University of Memphis junior Caden Prieskorn appears to be the front-runner to replace former Tiger Sean Dykes as tight end. 

A player who spent two seasons with the University of Memphis is no longer listed on the Tigers’ official roster for the 2022 season.

Entering his third season as head football coach at the University of Memphis, he has led the Tigers through a pandemic, adapted to the transfer portal and posted the highest winning percentage in program history by a first-year head coach.

The program has become a bright spot for players with local roots to show they can exceed at the highest levels of leadership, both on the field and for our country. 

The Tigers ranked ninth in the AAC in interceptions last year after finishing first or second in that category for five consecutive seasons. 

The Tigers have a new process of retiring numbers of former athletes and Danton Barto’s name has been submitted. 

Here are five interesting offensive players that fans may want to pay attention to. 

The Tigers are investing in new facilities and not shying away from the NIL era. 

As another season begins, everything is different about Memphis football. Except everything that matters.

University of Memphis football coach Ryan Silverfield looks for the run game, field-goal kicking and defense to be more reliable than last year. 

Aresco says FBS football breaking away from the NCAA would help level the playing field. “We can fight for a healthier and more equitable system on the various fronts that are still in play that are still available to us.”

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Tigers voted fifth in AAC preseason media poll

The Tigers have now been ranked fifth for two consecutive years. 

The preseason watchlists for national awards are rolling out, and three Tigers have made it on four different watchlists so far.

The stakes have never been higher for Ryan Silverfield and Memphis football. Why 2022 will be one of the most important seasons in program history. 

“Any time you have the opportunity to play an in-state opponent, it makes sense from a recruiting and logistical standpoint,” coach Ryan Silverfield said in a statement.

No matter what’s going on with conference realignment, Ryan Silverfield’s focus is on the program. 

Athletic Director Laird Veatch believes the Tigers are right on the bubble of possible conference realignment, and increasing football ticket sales would help. 

Calvin Austin III has a speed rating of 95 on Madden NFL 23, which is top 10 of all receivers. 

Around 75 women participated in the clinic to tour the facility and learn more about the football program, players and coaches.

Third-year coach Ryan Silverfield is “safe and secure” in his job, according to the annual college football rankings by CBS. 

The Tigers ranked near the bottom of the league in rushing yards, total yards allowed and time of possession. 

Former quarterback Brady White will be back on the sidelines as an offensive graduate assistant.