Tigers football starts spring practices next week, and despite the recent trend of some programs canceling spring games, the Tigers are scheduled to play April 26.

“I’ve seen a lot of college football teams opting out of doing that,” Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said during his annual coach’s luncheon. “But we’re going to continue to head in that direction. I think it’s important, and it’s great for the fans.”

Colorado coach Deion Sanders recently said he’d prefer to play a spring game against another team. Silverfield wasn’t opposed to the idea, but he pointed out obstacles that could make it challenging to execute.

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