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Is Tigers coach Charles Huff getting a job elsewhere?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:26:12 -0500

The college football coaching carousel speculation is in full throttle, and Memphis coach Charles Huff’s name has been thrown around as a potential candidate at different spots.

Will Tigers impress again during their final exhibition game at Arkansas?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:12:15 -0500

It will be the second consecutive year Memphis faces off against the Razorbacks and former Tigers coach John Calipari in an exhibition game.

Hardaway expects appeal process for Nemanja Popovic ruling to be expedited

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:42:08 -0500

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway spoke about the Nemanja Popovic ruling on the Mornings with Greg & Eli radio show.

Tigers' Nemanja Popovic ruled eligible, but has withholding period

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:02:44 -0500

Memphis will play its first game of the season against Iowa State on Nov. 2.

Monday recap: Tigers survive and advance against East Carolina

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:09:27 -0500

Memphis Tigers beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin analyze the positives and negatives of an overtime win against East Carolina.

Tigers prove their point in exhibition win at Mississippi State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:39:41 -0500

Although Friday’s win over Mississippi State was just an exhibition, it gave Memphis fans reason to be excited about what the Tigers could offer this season.

Memphis Tigers win overtime thriller against East Carolina

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:13:23 -0500

Quarterback Marcus Stokes threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns, and added two rushing touchdowns as Memphis rallied from a 16-3 halftime deficit.

Hoops for St. Jude plans to be a regular-season event

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:59:46 -0500

The doubleheader event with the men’s and women’s basketball teams at FedExForum was first held in 2024.

What to watch for during Tigers' exhibition game at Mississippi State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:10:25 -0500

Although the outcome won’t count towards the Tigers’ record, the preseason game will give a glimpse into what can be expected from Memphis this season.

Memphis hires new track and cross country coach

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:35:53 -0500

The Tigers’ new hire replaces former coach Kevin Robinson, who was let go in September.

Memphis vs. ECU: What to know for Tigers' Thursday night game

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:38:18 -0500

Memphis will play host to East Carolina as it looks to bounce back from a loss at Tulane.

Tigers' Marcus Stokes calls players-only meeting after loss at Tulane

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:18:24 -0500

Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes took ownership of the 31-17 loss at Tulane during a players-only meeting that he orchestrated.

Game time set for Memphis-Army on Halloween

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:29:25 -0500

Kickoff time is scheduled for Army’s Oct. 31 visit with the Memphis Tigers.

Monday recap: Tigers suffer disappointing loss, but still in mix for conference title

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:00:10 -0500

Memphis Tigers beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin break down the Tigers 31-17 loss at Tulane and how it impacts the American Conference race.

Tiger Tylik Weeks lost 80 pounds in a year after picking basketball over football

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:02 -0500

A young Tylik Weeks appeared to be embarking on a promising football career before following his heart to basketball.

Tigers struggle at Tulane: 'Where we’re trying to go, we can’t have games like this'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:38:18 -0500

The Memphis offense picked the wrong night to have its worst performance of the season.

Tulane stuns Memphis in 31-17 upset

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:07:48 -0500

The Tigers turned the ball over six times in Friday’s loss to the Green Wave in New Orleans.

Memphis at Tulane: What to know for the Tigers' Friday night matchup

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:55:32 -0500

The Tigers have won each of their last three games, by no less than 24 points each. They are now preparing to play a Tulane team that’s been difficult for Memphis to beat on the road in recent years.

More than 3K show up to Memphis Madness Zoo Hoops

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:47:54 -0500

More than 3,500 fans gathered at the Memphis Zoo to support the men’s and women’s basketball teams ahead of the upcoming season.

'It's a new day’: Huff has his eyes on a trophy bigger than Battle for the Bones

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:43:34 -0500

“I came here for one trophy,” Memphis coach Charles Huff said. “Until I get it, I’m not touching another trophy.”