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Memphis Tigers News / wreg.com / August 4

Tigers' legend Phillip 'Doom' Haynes passes away at 63

MEMPHIS -- The Memphis Tigers dealing with the passing of another hoops legend, the bank shot master Phillip 'Doom' Haynes. Haynes helped then Memphis

Memphis Tigers News / wreg.com / July 29

Memphis to battle Auburn in preseason hoops

MEMPHIS -- Two teams that battled in the finals of the Maui Invitational last year will now battle in the preseason, this year. Auburn and Memphis announcing an exhibition game set for Atlanta on October 30th.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25

American Conference commissioner addresses Memphis-UTSA leaked playbook scandal

A former Memphis football player has been accused of sharing the team’s playbook with an opponent before the two schools played one another last year, but American Conference commissioner Tim Pernetti believes the story has been blown out of proportion.

Memphis Tigers News / EasySportz / July 25

Former College Football Player Exposed for Leaking Team Playbook

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Memphis Tigers college football safety Tahj Ra-El faces allegations of leaking the team’s defensive playbook to UTSA quarterback Owen McCown before a November 2024 game, which UTSA won 44-36.

College Football News / G5 Football on SI / July 24

Memphis Football Player Allegedly Shared Playbook With UTSA Before 2024 Upset Loss

After facing allegations of having an improper advantage in last season's victory over Memphis, alleged direct messages between former Tigers defensive back Tahj Ra-El and UTSA quarterback Owen McCown have surfaced online.

Memphis Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Memphis Shares Awkward Message After Big 12 Efforts Fail

Money can buy a lot of things in life, but we know it cannot buy happiness, and as of Monday, we learned it cannot buy a spot in the Big 12. The latter is a lesson that the Memphis Tigers learned, as their greatest efforts to join the Big 12 were unsuccessful.

Memphis Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 21

Memphis reportedly trying and failing to take shot at joining Big 12

The Memphis Tigers are reportedly trying to take a step up conference-wise and get into one of the Power Four conferences.

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Memphis Tigers News / wreg.com / July 21

Memphis' $200M offer to join Big XII reportedly rebuffed

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Another gut punch for the University of Memphis when it comes to realignment as even when the Tigers try to buy their way into the Big XII, that conference says thanks but no thanks.

Sincere Parker News / wreg.com / July 19

Memphis Tigers guard Sincere Parker arrested on aggravated assault charge

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Recent Memphis Tigers transfer guard Sincere Parker has been charged with aggravated assault. The alleged incident happened on May 27, but was not reported until June 12.

Memphis Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 16

NCAA hands out punishment to Memphis for academic violations

NCAA hands out punishment to Memphis for academic integrity violations

Memphis basketball head coach Penny Hardaway is going to find his program behind the eight ball as a result of punishments recently levied by the NCAA.

College Basketball News / Scoop B / July 15

Sources: Memphis Assistant Nolan Smith in Strong Consideration for Tennessee State Head Coaching Job, But Decision Still Pending

Tennessee State University’s search for a new men’s basketball head coach is heating up, and Memphis Tigers assistant coach Nolan Smith has emerged as a leading candidate, sources confirm.

Penny Hardaway News / A to Z Sports / July 9

Memphis head coach Penny Hardaway sends a shot across the bow of the Tennessee Vols basketball program

The intrastate clash between the Tennessee Vols and Memphis Tigers was one of the better cross-state clashes among anyone in the country for a number of

Memphis Tigers News / The Forkball / June 11

Running Back U: Memphis Tigers Squad 2018-21

The Memphis Tigers running backs from 2018 to 21 are legendary. Usually, each year small schools have a dozen lucky athletes achieve their NFL dream for a year or two.

PJ Haggerty News / Last Word On Sports / May 2

PJ Haggerty Left With One School for Transfer Decision

After a highly successful season at Memphis, star PJ Haggerty opted to transfer. However, a flurry of point guards entering the transfer portal put his desirability in doubt.

Roc Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Steelers Signing UDFA WR Roc Taylor

Matt Zenitz reports the Steelers are signing UDFA WR Roc Taylor out of Memphis. Taylor, 22, spent four seasons at Memphis and made 26 starts. He earned First Team All-AAC honors in 2024 and Second Team All-AAC honors in 2023.

Kobee Minor News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Patriots select Mr. Irrelevant in 2025 NFL Draft

The Memphis product has the distinction of being this year’s Mr. Irrelevant.

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Penny Hardaway News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Memphis, Penny Hardaway Gets Massive Transfer Portal News About AAC Player of the Year

March Madness is now a few weeks past and the NCAA transfer portal has heated up for college basketball. One team that has already been hit hard by the portal is the American Athletic Conference powerhouse Memphis Tigers who continue to see their roster depleted this offseason.

Penny Hardaway News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Memphis' Penny Hardaway Receives Big Transfer Portal News on Monday

The Memphis Tigers, led by head coach Penn Hardaway, are coming off a solid season, going 29-6, which marked the program's most wins in a season since going 31-5 in 2012-2013.

Harris Boyd News / G5 Football on SI / April 13

Memphis QB Harris Boyd Enters Transfer Portal

Memphis quarterback Harris Boyd entered the transfer portal this week, announcing his decision on X. After an 11-2 campaign in 2024 and the departure of starter Seth Henigan for the NFL, the Tigers are likely to start either Nevada transfer Brendan Lewis or true freshman AJ Hill as the two battle for the job.

Chandler Martin 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Memphis Tigers LB

Height: 5114 (verified) Weight: 233lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Junior Pro Comparison: Ivan Pace Jr. Memphis Tigers linebacker Chandler Martin is a fast, fluid, and productive linebacker who is once again overlooked as he prepares to make the NFL transition.

College Football News / G5 Football on SI / March 29

Memphis Football: What's Ahead For Tigers' Offense in 2025?

Everybody wants to know what life looks like for Memphis Football after Seth Henigan. The four-year starter finished his quarterback career in the Bluff City as the program’s leader in passing yards (14,266), touchdowns (104) and completions (1,147).

College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / January 21

No. 18 Memphis Bounces Back with 77-68 Win Over Charlotte

The No. 18 Memphis Tigers bounced back from a tough loss earlier in the week with a commanding 77-68 victory over Charlotte at home. A dominant first half and a balanced scoring effort highlighted the win, as Memphis improved to 14-4 overall and 4-1 in the American Athletic Conference (AAC).

Penny Hardaway News / Hardwood Heroics / January 17

'It Was A Butt-Kicking' Penny Hardaway Blasts #18 Memphis Tigers’ Horrific Rebounding Effort After Loss

For the third consecutive game, head coach Penny Hardaway and his #18 Memphis Tigers (13-4, 3-1 AAC) were outrebounded by their opponent on Thursday night.

Derrick Rose News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

The Significance of Derrick Rose: Story Beyond Basketball

There are few players in NBA history who have entertained fans and defied their sport. One of those is Derrick Rose. Recognized for his incredible speed, drives that defy gravity, and unwavering humility, Rose’s influence goes much farther than just basketball.