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Ryan Silverfield addresses running up the score against FAU

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:58:23 -0500

After the Tigers had their win sealed at Florida Atlantic, some fans wondered why Memphis scored again. Ryan Silverfield tackles the issue.

Martin: On road at FAU, Memphis and Ryan Silverfield ace a big test

johnmartinmemphis@gmail.com (John Martin) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 01:07:21 -0500

“The backdrop of Memphis football’s game against Florida Atlantic was never going to compare to last weekend’s against Arkansas. But make no mistake: This game was still a huge test. The Tigers passed with flying colors.”

Another SEC team bites the dust. Can Memphis ride the wave to a league title?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:02:57 -0500

The American Conference has produced six power conference victories this season, creating a clear path for the league champion to reach the College Football Playoff. Will the Tigers take advantage of the opportunity?

Memphis hasn't narrowed down a go-to receiver. For coach Ryan Silverfield, that's not a problem.

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 8 Sep 2025 21:10:52 -0500

Five different receivers have three catches or more after the first two games. That receivers’ room is producing by committee, and Ryan Silverfield says the variety is a positive.

Buckley: Brendon Lewis will take a hit. Not too many, Ryan Silverfield hopes.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 7 Sep 2025 07:34:36 -0500

“I do have to do a better job, kind of protecting myself and not taking hits that are unnecessary,” Memphis Tigers QB Brendon Lewis said. “But I like taking those hits. ... It kind of calms me down and gets me in the flow of the game.”

Buckley: Memphis' opener was all about business. Especially for Brendon Lewis.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 21:19:14 -0500

The 2025 college football season has opened in chaos, but not in Memphis. The Tigers were all business in taking care of Chattanooga in their season opener.

Memphis Tigers' defense flashes winning potential

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 20:31:35 -0500

Nine tackles-for-loss, DeMarco Ward’s pick-six highlight a good day at the office for the Memphis defense.

Pressure to win the conference remains for Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:05:26 -0500

Memphis football beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin discuss the Tigers’ chances of winning the American Conference, the backup quarterback situation and what to expect in the season opener.

Breaking down the Tigers football's depth chart

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:11 -0500

The Tigers released their first depth chart of the 2025 season. Part of the two-deep was expected, but one omission raised eyebrows.

Which big guys will block for the Tigers this season?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:32:25 -0500

The Tigers start the season against Chattanooga on Aug. 30, and coach Ryan Silverfield gave insight into the offensive line depth chart earlier this week.

Brendon Lewis won Tigers QB battle with consistency, coach says

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 19:06:06 -0500

Coach Ryan Silverfield named Nevada transfer Brendon Lewis as the starter earlier this week following a competition with true freshman AJ Hill and redshirt freshman Arrington Maiden.

Hot Topics: Does Memphis really have College Football Playoff access?

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 12:41:00 -0500

This is Part 1 of an exploration of hot college-sports topics for the Memphis Tigers and the American Conference heading into the 2025 football season.

With questions at nearly every position, running backs could be heart of Tigers' offense

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 21:19:46 -0500

Most of the key players from last year’s 11-2 team are gone, and the Tigers started training camp with plenty of mystery, but the one group that has the most returning talent is the running backs.

Buckley: The Memphis-UTSA mess is a shame. But there's a bigger shame.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 15:32:31 -0500

Nothing to see here — that’s what the American Conference commissioner suggested when he was asked about reports revealing a former Memphis football player shared intel with UTSA’s quarterback before the Roadrunners beat the Tigers last season.

Tigers’ defensive details shared with rival quarterback downplayed

Buckley: Finally someone from Memphis addresses Big 12 proposal

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 08:10:19 -0500

Memphis Tigers football coach Ryan Silverfield says what he really feels about the American Conference.

Buckley: The Memphis Tigers have a plan at quarterback. Really, they do.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:50:38 -0500

Whether Brendon Lewis is a bridge to AJ Hill or Arrington Maiden, and whether that gap is closed sooner or later, Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers have a plan at quarterback.

Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he's working in the pros. Again.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:12:42 -0500

“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”

Buckley: Ja Morant has company in 'dat 901.' Tiger coaches join Memphis defense team.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:59:01 -0500

Tigers coaches face questions regarding safety in Memphis on the recruiting trail.

Tigers football coach celebrating Father's Day with new twins

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 04:00:08 -0500

Longtime Memphis Tigers football coach Ryan Silverfield has a new “best job.”

Silverfield blunt about roster uncertainty heading into 2025 season

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 1 Jun 2025 04:00:01 -0500

California judge Claudia Wilken will decide a landmark verdict in the history of college sports — a $2.8 billion House vs. NCAA court case-settlement approval. The number of available roster spots hinges on her ruling.