T.J. Carter has his eyes set on a AAC championship — and Jim Thorpe award
“My mindset has always been to be the best corner in the nation, the best corner in the conference,” said Tigers defensive back T.J. Carter (2), seen here celebrating an interception against the Mercer Bears at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2018. (Daily Memphian file)
The cornerback is aiming high even as he works with his third defensive coordinator at Memphis.
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Steven Johnson
Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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