LATEST STORIES FROM MEMPHIS TIGERS ATHLETICS

Tiger Football Players Reaching Out To Students

Several Memphis Football players have reached out to elementary school children by reading books in their classrooms this spring.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  18 days ago

Three Tigers Featured on NFL Playoff Rosters

When the NFL Playoffs kick off this Saturday, Jan. 7, three former University of Memphis Tigers will be featured on NFL Playoff contenders' rosters, including Brandon McDonald (Lions), Wade Smith (Texans) and Stephen Gostkowski (Patriots).
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  January 05, 2012

Fuente Adds Anthony Brown to 2012 Roster

One day after signing four standouts on the first day of the Mid-Year/Junior College signing period, University of Memphis head coach Justin Fuente announced that defensive end Anthony Brown has inked a National Letter of Intent to play for the Tigers in 2012. The signing period runs through January 15, 2012.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 22, 2011

Coach Fuente's First Days On The Job: Part II

Memphis Tiger Vision brings you the conclusion of its exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Justin Fuente's first experiences as the new head football coach at the University of Memphis, including his first meeting with the team.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 16, 2011

Four Tigers Named to Phil Steele All-C-USA Team

Phil Steele has released his post-season All-Conference USA Team, and four Tigers were tabbed for their efforts in 2011. Ronald Leary, Dontari Poe, Frank Trotter and Tom Hornsey were all listed on the third team by Steele.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 15, 2011

Coach Fuente's First Days On The Job: Part I

In addition to a lot of hand shaking, what exactly did Justin Fuente go through in his first few days as the head of the Memphis football program? Well, here is part one of Memphis Tiger Vision's exclusive look at the jam-packed schedule, and personality, of Coach Fuente.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 13, 2011

Coach Fuente To Appear On Sports Files With Geoff Calkins Tuesday

University of Memphis head football coach Justin Fuente is the featured guest on this week's episode of WKNO's Sports Files with Geoff Calkins on Tuesday, Dec. 13. The new coach and Calkins talk about Fuente's journey to becoming the Tigers' 23rd head football coach.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 13, 2011

Poe Named Honorable Mention To Pro Football Weekly All-America Team

Junior defensive lineman Dontari Poe was named to the Pro Football Weekly All-America Team as an honorable mention pick as released by the publication Monday.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 12, 2011

Justin Fuente Named Head Football Coach At The University of Memphis

University of Memphis President Dr. Shirley C. Raines today announced that Justin Fuente has been hired as the 23rd head football coach for the Memphis Tigers in a press conference held at the Penny Hardaway Hall of Fame Assembly Room on the U of M campus.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 08, 2011

Seniors Honored At 2011 Highland Hundred Post-Season Banquet

The Highland Hundred football booster organization honored 16 Tiger seniors for their commitment and dedication to the University of Memphis at the annual Senior Banquet at the Holiday Inn on campus Friday evening.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  December 02, 2011

The Bright Side With Jeff Brightwell

The Memphis Tigers wrap up the 2011 season Saturday afternoon in Hattiesburg, Miss., when they face Southern Miss at 3 p.m. at M.M. Roberts Stadium. Memphis is coming off another close loss while the Golden Eagles were upset by UAB last week.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  November 25, 2011

Larry Porter Press Luncheon - Nov. 21, 2011

University of Memphis head football coach Larry Porter met with the media on Monday for his weekly press conference. He discussed last week's loss to Marshall and ending the season at Southern Miss on Saturday.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  November 21, 2011

Mitch Huelsing Listed As A Candidate For The Burlsworth Trophy

Junior safety Mitch Huelsing is one of 50 candidates for the Burlsworth Trophy as announced by the Springdale (Ark.) Rotary Club. The Trophy is given to the most outstanding football player in America who began his career as a walk-on.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  November 15, 2011

Fan Information For Memphis Vs. UAB Football Game Saturday

The Tigers will continue Conference USA action this week when they host the UAB Blazers on Saturday at 3:15 p.m. The game will be carried on CSS, which is available nationally through a cable provider.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  November 09, 2011

Tigers To Face UCF In C-USA Action Saturday On The Road

The Tigers will play their final of four road games in the month of October when they travel to Orlando, Fla., to face the UCF Knights at Bright House Networks Stadium. Game time for Saturday is set for 4 p.m. ET and the game will be carried by Bright House Sports Network.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 28, 2011

The Bright Side With Jeff Brightwell

The Memphis Tigers go back on the road this week to New Orleans, La., to face the Tulane Green Wave Saturday afternoon at 2:30. Memphis is coming off a loss at home to East Carolina while Tulane fell to UTEP last week, 44-7, at the Superdome.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 20, 2011

ECU Head Coach Postgame Quotes

I was very proud of the team for the entire game. You asked me about starting quick,and what would happen. The biggest thing was staying enthusiastic and excited. I wasvery proud of the group, very proud of the poignant leaders on special teams. I thoughtour captains did a great job of leading our team, and I was very proud of our coaches.Credit is given where credit is due. I was...
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 16, 2011

Head Coach Postgame Quotes

First off, I want to tip my hat to East Carolina for playing a 60 minute ball game. They came out in the second halfand took advantage of us not showing up, and as a result, they took a win from us. It was obvious to me that westarted strong in the first quarter, sustained it in the second quarter and in the second half, we just didn't show up.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 16, 2011

Memphis Postgame Notes

Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 15, 2011

Tigers Wear Pink In Support of Breast Cancer Awareness

Exactly one year ago today, Akeem Davis' mom lost her battle with cancer. Honoring his mother's memory is also why this month is so important to Akeem with October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Akeem and his teammates are sporting pink for today's game.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 15, 2011

The Bright Side With Jeff Brightwell

The Memphis Tigers remain on the road this weekend when they travel to Houston, Texas to face the Rice Owls Saturday morning at 11:30 in Rice Stadium. The Tigers are coming off a close loss at Middle Tennessee while the Owls fell at Southern Miss last weekend.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 05, 2011

MTSU Comes Back From Halftime Deficit to Defeat Memphis, 38-31

A 94-yard touchdown drive in the final two minutes by Middle Tennessee spoiled the University of Memphis' highest scoring output since 2009 in a 38-31 loss on Saturday night at Floyd Stadium.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 01, 2011

Postgame Notes

Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  October 01, 2011

Tigers To Face In-State Foe Middle Tennessee Saturday

The Memphis Tigers will load the buses Friday and travel to Murfreesboro to face the Blue Raiders of Middle Tennessee in their final non-conference meeting of the season. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. on Saturday at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  September 29, 2011

The Bright Side With Jeff Brightwell

The Memphis Tigers will be back on the road this weekend when they travel to Murfreesboro to face Middle Tennessee at 6 p.m., Saturday night.The Tigers are coming off a home loss to SMU while the Blue Raiders are looking for a win after falling to Troy last week.
Via Memphis Tigers Athletics  |  September 29, 2011
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