Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield not ‘boo-hooing’ about nine-win season
Running back Blake Watson and offensive lineman Terrance McClain (51) celebrate Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 at Lincoln Financial Field Stadium in Philadelphia, where the Tigers defeated Temple. Watson finished with 95 rushing yards and a touchdown while making four catches for 39 yards and a touchdown. (Courtesy Memphis Athletics)
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield discussing how some fans are unhappy with a nine-win season. “They’re the same people that complain about politics but refuse to vote. The same people that probably boo Santa Claus in this Philly stadium.”
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Frank Bonner II
Frank Bonner is the Memphis Tigers football beat writer. He is originally from Indiana but arrived in Memphis after spending two years in Tulsa, covering Oklahoma State football and basketball. He covered high school sports in Columbus, Indiana for two years before getting his Master’s degree in Sports Journalism at IUPUI. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Indiana University.
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