Tigers notebook: Ivory makes his mark; another in-state recruit commits
More on punter Joe Doyle’s non-punting day, and Danton Barto to be honored Sept. 18.
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September 2021
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Offense, led by freshmen Henigan, Thomas, on display in Tigers’ season opener
Seth Henigan became the Tigers’ first freshman starting quarterback to open a season, and running back Brandon Thomas had 16 carries for 147 yards and a touchdown.
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Box score: Memphis, 42; Nicholls State, 17
Tigers had a strong run game in the opener; Can they keep it up?
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Tigers had a strong run game in the opener; Can they keep it up?
The University of Memphis had 322 rushing yards against Nicholls State, the most since Nov. 23, 2019.
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Key stats and numbers to know for the Tigers’ season opener
Here is a look at some of the key stats and numbers to pay attention to heading into the game against Nicholls State.
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Calkins: Is race a reason Memphis gets left out of realignment?
At a time when diversity is supposedly valued in education, you’d think Memphis would be an important addition to the Big 12. Instead, the conference is preparing to add BYU, where just 1% of the student body is Black.
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City of Memphis prohibiting tailgating in Tobey Park
Tailgating will not be allowed at any off-site game-day parking lots.
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College football is back — and so is tailgating
Tailgating and socializing among Tigers fans like Shawn Massey can feel just as important as the game itself.
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August 2021
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Top observations from the Memphis football depth chart
The running back appears to be set, but a number of spots on defense remain undecided.
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Calkins: Ryan Silverfield not losing sleep over QBs — but you can!
Ryan Silverfield declined to name a starting QB heading into Saturday’s opener against Nicholls State. It’s not the first time that has happened at Memphis — but it’s not great.
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Memphis linebacker’s faith has restored his joy on the field
The fifth-year linebacker’s walk with God has turned him into a better player and teammate.
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Calkins: Best way to honor Danton Barto is to get the shot that would’ve saved his life
Danton Barto, the all-time leading tackler in Memphis football history, has died of COVID-19. Before he died, he asked his wife to get vaccinated. The best way for Tigers fans to honor him would be to roll up their sleeves for No. 59.
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Literally, The Ambush: Tigers create new student sections
Student fan engagement is part of the reason for the U of M’s new venture.
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First kickoff coming up, but Tigers still selecting starting QB
Grant Gunnell is day to day because of an injury, and coach Ryan Silverfield isn’t ready for any announcement.
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Silverfield uses FDA approval as an opportunity to educate his players
The Tigers football coach will “never force our guys to get it done,” but he hopes teaching his players will lead to more acceptance of the vaccine.
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Danton Barto, former Memphis great, dies from COVID-19
Former Memphis linebacker Danton Barto, 50, has died from COVID-19.
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Memphis quarterback Grant Gunnell back at practice
The Arizona transfer had missed at least the past two practices.
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Depth at running back will keep the Tigers’ backfield fresh
Memphis is fortunate to have multiple running backs at its disposal to keep the backfield as fresh as possible.
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Liberty Park construction rearranges Tiger football parking
The Tigers kick off the season by hosting Nicholls at 6 p.m. on Sept. 4.
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Memphis quarterback Grant Gunnell is day to day
The Arizona transfer was not seen at practice Wednesday.
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Tigers Football Insider: A major recruiting week for Memphis
Ryan Silverfield is in his second year as head coach and he’s already landed a couple of recruits that rank pretty high on the Tigers all-time recruiting list.
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Charles Bankins brings NFL approach to Tigers special teams
Bankins is placing his players in the best position to produce quality film for potential NFL scouts.
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Calkins: Former Memphis great Danton Barto intubated and fighting for his life
Danton Barto, Memphis football’s all-time leading tackler, is in the hospital fighting COVID-19. He sent his wife, Shelly Beth, a text: “Get that shot for me.”
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Tigers use competition to forge new offensive line
Tigers offensive line coach Jim Bridge is counting on position battles improving the overall work ethic of his group.
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Memphis lands commitment from PURE Youth quarterback Tevin Carter
Three-star homegrown commit joins Tigers’ 2022 class.
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Memphis football notebook: Silverfield finds unique way to build camaraderie
COVID-19 precautions are preventing Silverfield from executing his usual team bonding outings, but that doesn’t mean he’s given up on unique ways to create team chemistry.
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