There are 2550 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers:

• September 2020

  • Memphis releases 2020-21 basketball season ticket information

    Fans will have refund and donation options if the season is affected by COVID-19.

    By Danielle Lerner September 10, 2020

  • College basketball floats idea of bubbles for safe season

    The NCAA is considering a bubble for college basketball, but Penny Hardaway has his doubts. “It’s possible, but it’s not going to be easy.”

    By The Associated Press September 09, 2020

  • ‘Relentless’ Boogie Ellis transformed himself in offseason

    The Memphis Tigers guard hopes the improved numbers (pounds, vertical) will translate on the court.

    By Danielle Lerner September 08, 2020

  • Timing of early bye week ideal for U of M defense

    Coach Ryan Silverfield has plenty of things he wants his football team to clean up before hosting Houston on Sept. 18 at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.

    By Steven Johnson September 07, 2020

  • Memphis football: Five stars from Saturday’s win against Arkansas State

    It’s time to take a look at the Tigers who performed exceptionally well during their season opener at the Liberty Bowl, from tight end Sean Dykes to a certain defensive lineman who had a nice run on a fake punt.

    By Steven Johnson September 07, 2020

  • Calkins: On a sweet, surreal night at the Liberty Bowl, Memphis opens its pandemic season with a win

    The band was masked, the stadium was nearly empty of fans. But the Tigers won a football game at the Liberty Bowl Saturday night. For now, that will have to do. 

    By Geoff Calkins September 06, 2020

  • Memphis defense buckles down, but it wasn’t an easy win against Arkansas State

    Down multiple starters, the Tigers' defense made a key adjustment, and some well-timed offense led to a successful season opener and coach Ryan Silverfield's first victory.

    By Steven Johnson September 06, 2020

  • One is from California, the other from Baton Rouge. Their bond began with Memphis football

    Tigers quarterback Brady White and receiver Damonte Coxie share a bond that extends far beyond the football field, despite their different backgrounds.

    By Steven Johnson September 04, 2020

  • Veterans Alex Lomax and Lance Thomas like ‘vibe’ of their teammates

    Eager to play after a summer away from the court, the Memphis basketball team is ready to exploit its talent and experience.

    By Danielle Lerner September 03, 2020

  • Calkins: Yes, the Memphis band will be playing at Saturday’s game — right through their masks

    How can the Mighty Sound of the South be heard during a pandemic? With creativity, determination and spit containers.

    By Geoff Calkins September 02, 2020

  • Memphis-Houston set for ESPN; Tulane game moved

    The Tigers will now face Tulane on Friday, Nov. 27.

    By Steven Johnson September 02, 2020

  • Memphis football picked to finish third in AAC

    UCF, Cincinnati were ahead of the Tigers in the preseason media poll.

    By Steven Johnson September 01, 2020

  • It’s a numbers game: How Memphis basketball weaponizes advanced analytics

    With leadership from assistant Cody Toppert, the Tigers have developed in-house reports to chart just about every stat.

    By Danielle Lerner September 01, 2020

  • Inside the numbers: Arkansas State offense will pose challenge for Memphis defense

    Red Wolves return nine starters from a unit that averaged more than 33 points a game.

    By Steven Johnson September 01, 2020

• August 2020

  • Calkins: After an offseason unlike any other, Ryan Silverfield is still living the dream

    And there to witness the triumph of reaching game day will be his parents.

    By Geoff Calkins August 31, 2020

  • ‘Humbling’ redshirt year crucial for Memphis receiver Tahj Washington’s growth

    Tahj Washington's improved mental focus key in him earning a starting spot at receiver.

    By Steven Johnson August 31, 2020

  • Landers Nolley II eligible for Memphis Tigers this season

    The forward, a redshirt sophomore, is expected to compete for a starting spot.

    By Danielle Lerner August 31, 2020

  • Calkins: 2020 just keeps disappointing, as Kenny Gainwell leaves the Memphis football team

    Memphis running back Kenny Gainwell decided to opt out of the season six days before the opening game. It's yet another disappointment in a relentlessly disappointing year. 

    By Geoff Calkins August 30, 2020

  • AAC announces changes to Memphis football schedule

    Three Tigers game dates have been moved by the conference. Memphis announced another game date change on Friday.

    By Steven Johnson August 28, 2020

  • Memphis football doing its best to process social unrest in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting

    The Tigers did not cancel practice, but coach Ryan Silverfield made certain to discuss the situation with the team and "have some open dialogue."

    By Steven Johnson August 27, 2020

  • Veatch: Zero positives in latest batch of 200 test results, mostly of football team

    Memphis athletic director updates board of trustees with information on COVID-19 protocols and budget.

    By Danielle Lerner August 26, 2020

  • Memphis-Arkansas State set for prime-time kickoff at 7 p.m.

    With few other games on the slate nationwide, ESPN has picked up the nonconference matchup.

    By Steven Johnson August 26, 2020

  • DeAngelo Williams thinks Kenny Gainwell could shatter most of his records

    Former Memphis star expects young running back to be the Tigers' future.

    By Steven Johnson August 25, 2020

  • Where will James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa be drafted? NBA front office staff weigh in

    “They’re different, but they bring some things that any team will have to have to have success," one NBA scout said of Wiseman and Achiuwa. 

    By Danielle Lerner August 25, 2020

  • Memphis announces new restrictions for season opener

    Directives include requiring face coverings and cashless concession stands.

    By Steven Johnson August 24, 2020