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In this episode we are joined by Guerry Smith, Tulane beat writer for NOLA.com and the publisher of "The Wave Report." Guerry is a lifelong New Orleans resident and has covered the Tulane Green Wave since 2011. Guerry has covered the Tulane Green Wave football team during some pretty up and down years, so we spent quite a bit of time talking about the resurgence that Tulane is experiencing this year. They come into the game against the Tigers with a record of 6-1, 3-0 in the AAC. They picked up enough votes in the AP poll to be ranked #25 for the first time in over twenty years.

Tulane's resurgence can be attributed to the play of quarterback Michael Pratt and running back Tyjae Spears. Tulane also went heavy in the transfer portal this year bringing in ten players that are contributing to the team this year. Maryland transfer wide receiver Dea Dea McDougle has joined Michael Pratt, his high school teammate, and has added another threat to the offense. He has 16 receptions for 187 yards and 1 touchdown. They also boast a highly aggressive defense led by linebackers Dorian Wiliams and Nick Anderson.

Memphis and Tulane have played 37 games against each other in their history, and Memphis owns a lead of 24 wins to 13 losses. Memphis comes into this game with a record of 4-3, 2-2 in the AAC.

Guerry believes the biggest matchup in the game will be if Memphis' wide receivers can stretch the field on the Tulane secondary. He believes that this Tulane team is the best tackling team he has ever seen, and does not believe Memphis will be able to run the ball well against Tulane. Tulane has only given up 30 explosive plays this year, but in their previous week's game against USF, quarterback Jerry Bohanon was lighting up the Tulane secondary. Tulane pulled away in the second half due to an injury to Bohanon. He believes Memphis has the quality quarter in Seth Henigan and tall, physical receivers that could give Tulane a tough matchup.

He expects that if Tulane comes in focused and not overwhelmed by the national attention they have been receiving, the Tigers will have a tough time beating Tulane on the road in New Orleans.

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Ryan is a 6'3 shooting guard that plays a physical, aggressive and bouncy game.

Ryan shares with GT247 about his decision to move to Link Academy and how playing with a roster of extremely talented players has already helped him develop his work ethic and game to a different level. Ryan grew up in the Memphis area and has been a fan of the Memphis Tigers for years. He describes the day he received an offer from Penny after an unofficial visit and how excited he was to potentially wear the Tiger uniform in college. He tells GT247 that he didn't allow himself to gloat in receiving the offer, but he was reinvigorated to continue to work hard and get himself ready to play college ball.

Ryan describes himself as a tough, athletic guard who loves to attack the paint and defend hard. His mentality towards defense is that he takes pride in shutting other players down and frustrating them. He sees the Memphis style of play as a style that fits his game totally. The speed and space the Tigers employ on the offense end, plus the aggressive team defense is what sold him on accepting the offer to play for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers.

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In this episode TJ and Trey review a horrifying loss to Houston on Friday, October 7th. Memphis was double digits heading into the final five minutes of the game, and Trey and TJ detail ALL the things that had to go perfect for Houston to come back. If the Tigers had made one of those plays go in their favor they could have sealed the game in their favor. Both of the guys were incredibly frustrated by the lack of finishing the Tigers showed against Houston. There were multiple drives that ended with field goals inside the 10-yard line instead of touchdowns, but they both believe the offense showed a different level of creativity in the game. Gabe Rodgers has proven himself to be a successful big playmaker for the Tigers' offense. Both guys are extremely frustrated with the special teams play. Even though Chris Howard kicked multiple field goals for the Tigers, once again the Tigers' kickoff coverage team let them down. Giving up the kickoff return touchdown to Houston in the fourth quarter provided Houston with the confidence it needed to continue to fight. The Tigers rank very low in all of FBS football.

In the second segment, TJ and Trey break down the ECU game. They both believe Memphis and ECU are evenly matched and both teams are coming off heartbreaking losses. ECU comes in the game at 3-3 on the season after dropping an AAC matchup against Tulane 24-9. ECU has a dynamic offense led by QB Holton Ahlers and running back Keaton Williams. The line opened up at -4.5 in ECU's favor. TJ is hopeful that the resurgent Tiger defense can hold the ECU offense at bay. The Tigers' defense has gameplanned well over the past few weeks, and have held their opponent's running games to below 100 yards in those games. TJ and Trey believe that the Tigers' offense can take advantage of an ECU secondary that has given up multiple big plays each game.

TJ expects the Tigers to win 24-17.

Trey expects the Tigers to win 28-24.

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In the first segment, TJ and Trey break down the 44-32 win over Arkansas State in Week 3. What was the GOOD, BAD AND BEAUTIFUL in the game?

In the second segment, they preview the match up versus the University of Texas Mean Green on Saturday, September 24th. What are the matchups to look out for? Who will win the game?

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In the first segment, Trey and TJ discuss the two-deep depth charts that were announced by both teams. TJ discusses which players on the depth chart he was most surprised to see on the Tigers' depth chart. They were both expecting to see Asa Martin in the second position in the running back slot, but Northern Illinois transfer, Jeyvon Ducker, filled that place. Silverfield and Co has expressed throughout the offseason that they were looking for a consistent threat at the running back position, instead of resorting to a running back by committee. Clearly, Jeyvon has recovered from an offseason injury and has learned the playbook to a point that the coaches feel comfortable having him get a lot of touches throughout the game. They also discuss Iowa State transfer, Joseph Scates, and the role he will fill for the Tigers at the wide receiver position. They see Joseph as a deep threat to spread out the field for Seth Henigan. They transition to discuss redshirt freshman, Makylan Pounders, starting at right tackle on the offensive line. Both guys believe that Silverfield and Cramsey are investing into their future with Makylan, who will have four years of eligibility coming into this year.

Trey and TJ discuss the overall age of the depth chart. Ryan Silverfield has mentioned 42% of his starters will be freshman and sophomores. But Trey and TJ believe that their age does not negate the level of experience the Tigers will have on the field. Mississippi State brings a veteran-laden team to the field on Saturday. Their team is littered with 5th-year seniors and transfers. The guys believe this will be a major part of the storyline for this game. The Tigers' youth versus Mississippi State's experience.

Rain is in the forecast for the game on Saturday. The guys discuss how that will impact both Mississippi State and Memphis. Mississippi State is a pass-oriented offense and if the game is sloppy then Memphis can grind out the Mississippi State defense. The guys focus in on the offensive and defensive lines for Memphis and Mississippi State as the matchups they are looking at the most. Mississippi State has an extremely athletic and physical defensive line, and the Tigers' offensive line will have to keep them away from Seth in the backfield. Emmanuel Forbes, an all-SEC cornerback for the Bulldogs, will more than likely be matched up against Eddie Lewis, so they expect the Tigers to stay away from his side of the field.

In the second segment, Trey and TJ talk about both teams' offense. The Bulldogs and Tigers are in the same boat with their receivers. Both teams have lost their major playmakers in Makai Polk and Calvin Austin III. Which receivers will step up and prove themselves worthy of being the go to guy for their respective team's offense. Both offensive lines have had major shifts in positions. LIke the Tigers, Mississippi State has linemen that have switched positions from where they played last year. Both TJ and Trey are interested in seeing how the offensive lines will be able to protect their respective quarterbacks.

Both teams look to have revamped their special teams this year. Mississippi State fans experienced the same woes in the kicking game that the Tigers felt last year. Chris Howard, a transfer from Florida, assumes the field goal kicking role for the Tigers while Massimo Biscardi will have the honors for Mississippi State.

To end the episode, Trey and TJ give their predictions on the final result of the game with projected scores.

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TJ and Trey answer questions from GoTigers247's board members in this first of two episodes kicking off the football season. They answer questions on topics ranging from the depth of the running back room, Ryan Silverfield's beard and who the guys believe must have a great season for the Tigers to be successful. They also make predictions on end of year superlatives for the Tigers' players such as: "The player with the most rushing yards at the end of the season", "the player with the most receiving yards at the end of the season", and much more. Their answers will give you a strong idea of what to expect this year from the Tiger team in what is considered a very pivotal year for success for Ryan Silverfield. While the Tigers have enjoyed many wins during Silverfield's tenure, many fans are anticipating seeing the Tigers football team take a leap back into the type of success they became accustomed to during the 2019 season.

Silverfield re-engineered his main coordinators this year by hiring Tim Cramsey as the offensive coordinator and Matt Barnes as the defensive coordinator. They are also bringing back their QB1 Seth Henigan, who as a freshman, enjoyed a record breaking year while earning a Freshman All-America placement.

Part 2 will be out next week where the guys will attempt to provide fans with a 2-deep depth chart at every position. They will also go game by game and project a win/loss record for the 2022 Tiger season.

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CorMontae transferred to Memphis during the offseason from Ohio State after spending three years with the Buckeyes. CorMontae is a native Memphian who excelled playing football for the Whitehaven Tigers. CorMontae details the story of his recruitment to Ohio State where he took a 12 hour bus ride to Columbus to participate in a Friday night camp as a senior. We discuss the theme in his life of him having a level of confidence in his abilities that motivated him to put himself out there as a recruit in order to be seen, and how this confidence helped him as he transitioned from playing tight end to joining the defense as a defensive end. CorMontae shares how tough the transition to defensive end has been, but shared that his dedication to showing himself as a recruit motivated him to continue to grind and learn the position. He explains how when he entered the transfer portal he had made the decision to move back to playing tight end, but during conversations with Ryan Silverfield and Matt Barnes he was motivated to continue playing defensive end. He shared how Coach Barnes told him that he had noticed how good CorMontae could be at that position and that he should come to Memphis and continue to learn. CorMontae expressed that the opportunity to come back to Memphis and play for his hometown school became too much to turn away from. His motivation this year has been the phrase that Ryan Silverfield has adopted for the Tiger program, and that he is "All In" on Memphis and playing defense.

In the second segment, CorMontae talks about the defense at Memphis under Matt Barnes. He explains that Matt Barnes is a high level, energetic coach who consistently brings out the best in his players. He also shares how his relationship with defensive line coach, Kyle Pope, has developed and that the reputation he has developed as a motivator and high-level position coach is well earned. He believes that the defensive line will be key to the Tigers' defensive success this year, and their ultimate goal is to be the best defense in the conference. CorMontae ends the episode looking forward to being able to play in front of his family and friends, donning the blue and gray, and being a positive example for other young kids in Memphis who look up to him.

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Wardalis is one of the returning veteran defensive lineman from the Tigers' team last year, and he described how his role has changed with his seniority. He shares how fall training camp is different from previous years. He is fully concentrating on his own game and learning the new playbook and schemes, but he also carries the burden of leading the younger guys on the defensive line. He believes his job now consists of making sure the younger players are doing right in all the little things, such as eating, sleeping, training, and studying.

Wardalis shares about his journey to Memphis through the junior college ranks. Leaving high school as a 6'4, 175 lb defensive lineman, he joined Jones County Junior College where he played for two years. He described his time at Jones County as a necessary time for him to learn the "little things" about being a college football player. He left Jones County and came to Memphis as a 6'4, 200 lb defensive lineman in 2019. In the last three years, Wardalis has spent as much time with the training team at Memphis as he has the defensive line coach. During his time at Memphis he has gained 64 lbs of muscle and strength and has realized a lot of success on the field.

In the second segment, Wardalis talks about the new defense under Matt Barnes and how he is excited to see the defense be much more pressure oriented this year. He talks about his past as a basketball player and how the skills he learned on the hardwood has helped him with footwork and hand/eye coordination on the field.

To end the show, Kenny and Wardalis talk about Wardalis being named to the AFCA Good Works' Team. He explains why he feels so compelled to give back to the community and why it's so important to him. Wardalis shares specifically about an organization called "Be The Match", a bone marrow transplant matching organization that helps find bone marrow matches for people suffering with blood born diseases such as leukemia.

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Tigers on Tap Episode 4 is here!

Join Trey and TJ as they discuss the latest in University of Memphis football and basketball happenings from a fan's perspective.

In the first segment, Trey and TJ celebrate the beginning of fall camp 2022. Their takeaways initially are on the defense and how impressed they are with seeing Matt Barnes out there coaching up the guys. They both love his energy he shows on the field and how the players are adopting that into their own practice time. The "fast and violent" mantra that Coach Barnes is bringing to the defense is a welcome change from the "bend and don't break" type defense that the former defensive coordinator instilled.

Trey shares his excitement for the second year of QB1 Seth Henigan, and the maturity he has shown coming into his sophomore year at the helm of the Tigers' offense. Trey is upset that Seth has received very little national recognition and both him and TJ believe that, while Seth had a fantastic first year as a true freshman, that the sky is the limit for Seth moving forward. They finish the segment talking about Tiger great, Brady White, coming back to Memphis as a graduate assistant on offense.

In the second segment, Trey and TJ transition to talk about the basketball program. They discuss the possibility of Alex Lomax coming back to play at Memphis for his fifth and final year. Trey believes that this year could be the best year for Alex as he will play a backup role to Kendric Davis, and how he can flourish in a role like this. Alex is a lightning rod for criticism with the Tiger fanbase, with some of it being deserved but most being undeserved. They believe Alex can be a calming influence for the Tigers as the team leader. They move on to discuss the newest Tiger addition in the Spaniard, Ian Granja. They level set the conversation around Ian and what Tiger fans should expect from Ian. To end the show, the guys discuss the unveiling of the Tiger basketball out of conference home schedule. Trey and TJ end the show discussing the serious uptick in Quad 1 opportunities the Tigers will have on their out of conference schedule during the 2022-23 season.

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Caden has been with the Tiger team since December, 2019 after coming from Fork Union Military Academy on a prep school year after graduating from high school in Michigan. Caden details his journey from Michigan to Virginia, ultimately ending up at Memphis. After playing quarterback in high school, Caden switched to play tight end at Memphis. Caden described how intense learning a new position has been, especially a position that requires pass catching and route running but also blocking on the offensive line. He shares how his basketball background allowed him to learn route running easier, but especially credits Sean Dykes and Tight End coach Brad Salem on teaching him the ins and outs of the position.

Caden talks about his recovery process during the offseason and how he enjoys spending as much time in the facility as he can. He shares how important his training has become for him, and how he feels as prepared as ever to contribute this season.

In the second segment, Caden talks about playing behind Sean Dykes and how the tight end room has helped him learn the position. He shared how his role was minimal over the past few years, but how this year he is expected to take on a much larger role. Ryan Silverfield has mentioned Caden's name twice during the offseason as someone who he is expecting to take a much larger role in the offense this year. Caden shares that he doesn't feel any added pressure from the coaching staff to perform at a high level, but he feels he has prepared himself to take on a larger role. He does not feel pressure from the outside, but has an internal motivation to be an important piece for the Tiger offense this year.

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Brady White was QB1 at Memphis from 2018-2020 and during his three seasons led the Tigers to some of the most successful years in program history. After leaving Memphis following the 2020 season, Brady was invited to rookie minicamp with the Tennessee Titans, ultimately ending up being drafted to the Tampa Bay Bandits of the USFL. But, like a lot of cerebral players, he has transitioned to a new career path in coaching college football. Brady shares with GT247 his mindset on whether or not he will continue to play and why he chose to start his coaching career now. Brady believes he is not done playing football just yet, but he also believes that coaching has been written in the stars for him since he stepped foot on a college campus. Coming to Memphis solidified the desire to coach, and so when an opportunity to become a graduate assistant at his alma mater opened up, the choice was clear. Brady shares how he reached out to Head Coach Ryan Silverfield, and details the conversation when he let Ryan know he was ready to join his staff. Brady describes his love for football and how being around the sport in any capacity is important to him. He knew that during the off-season with the USFL he wanted to continue to be able to contribute to the game, and believed that coming to Memphis was the best opportunity for him to jumpstart his career in coaching.

In the second segment, Brady goes into great detail about why he chose Memphis to start his coaching career. With Brady's numerous connections that he has established over the years at Arizona State and Memphis he could have made a few phone calls and probably joined a plethora of staffs. Brady shares why, ultimately, his confidence in Ryan Silverfield, head coaching acumen and his love for the city of Memphis brought him back here. Brady describes Memphis as a second home. He loves this city and the University and believes transferring to Memphis in 2018 was the best decision he has made. He believes coming back to Memphis feels right, and appreciates the love he and his family has received from the city and Tiger fans. Brady transitions to talk about his role as a GA for the offense, and how he will be spending most of his time in the wide receiver room with Coach David Glidden. We described his role with the wide receivers as a "cheat code" for the offense because of his ability to share what the QB1, specifically Seth Henigan, is looking for from them. While it would seem obvious that Brady would work with the quarterbacks, putting Brady in the wide receiver room seems to be a strategic move to help communication between two of the major position groups in the offense.

We end the show talking about how much the landscape of college football has changed since his entry into the college game in 2017. Brady talks about how college football programs need to adapt to these changes or risk getting left behind. This discussion prompts a conversation around the investments that the city of Memphis has made into the program through the Memphis Rising program and the renovations to the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Brady is proud to see where the program is now and believes that the best is yet to come for Tiger football and Tiger fans.

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Dreke is a redshirt senior running back who is the leader in the deep running back room for the Tigers. Dreke has been a consistent threat during his time at Memphis but his time has also been riddled with inconsistent playing time due to injuries. Dreke shares how he has been really involved in the little things this offseason, and part of that is doing consistent therapy on his body and eating good food. Dreke describes his first three years at Memphis as frustrating because he has lacked the mental fortitude to grind hard when the going gets tough. He has constantly built on his mental strength through his time at Memphis but he describes 2022 as the season where he really wants to show out for the Tigers on offense. He describes this offseason as an opportunity for the entire team to build up their mental strength to prepare themselves for the grind of the middle of the season. He explains that the beginning of the season everything seems easy and fun, but it is when adversity hits during the middle of the season, only the strong will survive. He believes that the Tigers have done a great job of getting themselves ready for the grind of the middle of the season.

In the second segment Dreke talks about the offense under new offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey. He shares how excited he is to get out on the field and dominate this season under the new offense. He shares how he has taken on a new leadership role this year as a veteran on the team. He describes how he learned the standard of Memphis football under the leadership of former Tigers like Patrick Taylor, Kenny Gainwell, and Damonte Coxie. He shares that he's not the most vocal leader on the team, but he is a guy who shows his leadership through his actions. But he also says when he does speak up, the other guys better listen because he is saying something that needs to be said.

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In the first segment, Geoffrey shares how he he came to play the game of football while growing up in Quebec City, Montreal, Canada. He describes playing hockey as a young kid, but do to the expense of playing hockey he transitioned to play football as a 10 year old. Geoffrey immediately fell in love with the game and a he began to dream of playing in the NFL one day.

While playing for Cégep Garneau, he decided to come to the States and attend a football camp at Syracuse University. After the camp he was immediately offered by Syracuse and joined the Orangemen. Geoffrey explains how difficult it is for young football players in Canada to be noticed and how there are so many young kids in Canada just waiting to be noticed.

On top of coming to America for the first time, Geoffrey had to learn how to speak English. With French being his original language, Geoffrey explains that he had to learn words that American coaches would use with him as they coached him, but he spent quite a bit of time and energy to learn how to speak English fluently. Playing ball in America has been a huge accomplishment for him, but learning to speak English fluently in three years is something he is as proud of as anything else.

In the second segment, Geoffrey shares how Memphis got involved with him after he entered the transfer portal in 2021. He explains how he was offered by Power 5 school, but made the decision to join Memphis because of the culture that Ryan Silverfield and the staff has built. His introduction to the team was with linebacker coach, Jordon Hankins, on a visit early on, and he immediately bonded with Hankins. The deal was done by the time Geoffrey and his mother made an official visit to Memphis, and he experienced the "familial" bond that the players have with each other. Geoffrey explains that his mom is the most important person in the world with him and her approval for the next school he attended was extremely important. His mother loved the staff, immediately trusted them, and also is a massive Elvis fan.

Geoffrey ends the episode talking about the veteran leadership on the Memphis defense and how the camaraderie on the defense made the transition to Memphis easy for him. He specifically talked about Tyler Murray and Zay Cullens as the guys he is closest to on the team and the advances he has made in his game due to their leadership. He believes that the veteran leadership on the team has allowed for the transition to new defensive coordinator, Matt Barnes, to be as seamless as it could possibly be. He also expresses a lot of admiration for Coach Barnes and his ability to teach and share his vision for the defense in a way that makes sense for all the players.

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Asa was a highly ranked recruit out of the state of Alabama in 2018 where he initially signed to play for the Auburn Tigers. After a quick stop in Miami, Asa joined the Tigers in 2019. Asa discussed his journey from a star recruit in high school to a member of the running back room in Memphis. He describes the journey as hard and not what he expected it to be. He believes the journey has been hard because of outside distractions but also because of decisions he made in his youth. He shares that the reason he came to Memphis was because of the success of Tony Pollard and Kenneth Gainwell prior to his arrival. Asa shared how he was impressed with the level of talent coming out of Memphis that was playing substantial minutes in the NFL and he wanted to join "Running Back U."

Asa went into great detail on how his play at Memphis has not met the expectations he has for himself, and describes how he has worked during the offseason to grow mentally and physically in order to play at the level he knows he should be playing at.

Asa credits his family for teaching him how to let perceived slights go, and teaching him how to grind and commit to becoming the person he knows he should be. In a gut-wrenching moment, Asa shares how the loss of his little brother, Awysum Harris, has impacted him. Even though he is still emotionally working through this tragic loss in his family, he describes the motivation that playing for his brother has provided for him coming into this make or break year.

In the second segment, Asa speaks extremely highly of the running back room and the depth that the running backs add to the offense. He shares how the running backs consistently compete against each other, but in a way that helps them instead of trying to one up each other. Asa thinks that the running backs are going to be highly depended on this year for the Tigers' offense success. He shares how he believes that his skill set is designed to be effective in the hybrid role popularized by Kenneth Gainwell and Tony Pollard.

To end the show, Kenny and Asa discuss how football has changed over the years and how the game is transitioning to exploit matchup advantages instead of lining up and exerting power.

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Zay has been with the program since 2017 and starts the show discussing his time at the University of Memphis and his love for the city of Memphis. He describes the relationships he's built with Memphis and how his love for the city and their love for him has fueled his desire to come back and finish out his career here at the University of Memphis. He described the relationship he's built specifically with Quindell Johnson, Coach Hankins, and Ryan Silverfield as huge motivations for him coming back instead of searching out other opportunities. Zay discusses his time at Memphis and how much he has grown. He describes how much he has grown in his mindset, maturity and in knowledge of how to physically prepare for a football season. Zay's diet and stretching regime has become a vital part of his active recovery as he has gotten older while at Memphis.

Zay discusses the 2021 season and broke down some of the positive and negatives that he took into the offseason this year. Zay shares that his goal for the defense this year is to communicate better, watch more film together and finish strong during each game and the season.

In the second segment, Zay shares his thoughts on new defensive coordinator, Matt Barnes, and the transition to a Barnes' led defense. Zay discusses his thoughts on whether or not the defense could possibly lag behind the offense at the beginning of the year. He shares that watching film and listening to Coach Barnes' teaching helps each individual player understand their role. Zay describes how he has assumed a leadership role and what his definition of "leadership" is. He believes that leadership is less about yelling and screaming but more so about holding others accountable and communicating clearly will help motivate younger guys to follow his example on and off the field.

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Javon is a redshirt junior who has been with the program for three years. Javon goes into detail on how spring camp and summer workouts are going for the Tiger team. Javon speaks to how his veteran presence is allowing him to take a leadership role with the team, and how he is proud to be in that role for the team. His main goal for the team is to grow closer together and achieve their goals. His main point of leadership is to share with the younger guys to always be consistent in how they prepare and train their bodies and their minds.

Javon shared how the offense is growing in incremental amounts under new offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey. He explains how much he enjoys learning and growing under Tim Cramsey, and how Coach Cramsey brings a bunch of juice to the team during workouts.

Javon spent a lot of time talking about the importance of developing the mental maturity as a young man and also a football player. He believes that mental growth is of utmost importance, and committed himself to spending a lot of time during this offseason to grow mentally. His main goal is to stay consistent each and every day, bringing energy at a high level. Javon shares how his first two years at Memphis were riddled with times of "being afraid to fail." He describes how this overwhelming fear caused him to shrink back when anything negative would happen to him. He described how the death of his beloved grandmother made him flip a switch to be all about positivity in his life. He shares how the lessons his grandmother taught him throughout childhood has been cemented in his brain since her passing, and how he is motivated to not allow her death to lead him down a bad path. Javon describes this as a "switch flipping" in his brain during this offseason, and how those bad habits of reacting negatively to adversity is something he has spent a lot of time working on.

In the second segment, Javon describes his play style as a "big body" receiver. He enjoys being physical off the line, but also relishes opportunities to chase after a long ball. His goal is to be a receiver that can be used all over the field, and in any down or distance. He shares his thoughts on the very talented QB1 at Memphis, Seth Henigan. He admires the mental focus that Seth has, even at a young age, and is excited to see how he will develop this year.

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In the first segment, Trey and TJ discuss Tiger football and the big recruiting weekends that the Tigers have had over the past two weeks. Trey and TJ discuss the needs of the Tiger team for the 2023 class, and if they are happy with the group of kids that have committed to play for the Tigers.

The guys try to alleviate some of the noise in TigerNation about the lack of highly ranked players that have committed so far. TJ discusses how rankings in high school football recruiting services have notoriously been late to evaluate players and once they have committed to a team will more than likely receive a ratings bump. Trey and TJ share a firm belief that the overall ranking of the Tigers' 2023 recruiting class will be much higher than where it is currently ranked.

The guys then talk about the brand new turf that has been installed at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium over the past few weeks and how excited they are about the Tigers finally being able to play on a new field, instead of the dingy, old turf they have played on for quite a long time.

In the second segment, Trey and TJ change topics and discuss Tiger basketball, and all the news that has dropped over the past few weeks. Trey mentions the hiring of former Tulsa head coach, Frank Haith, as an assistant basketball coach. TJ and Trey are both extremely pleased with the hire and believe that the veteran leadership of a former rival head coach will only serve the Tigers well on both ends of the floor. Then the guys discuss the ongoing saga of "Where is Larry Brown?" They break down how important it will be to have Larry Brown around the team and how his multiple decades of experience can only serve Penny well. They end the discussion on the coaching staff by highlighting the hire of former Vanderbilt assistant coach and Whitehaven High School head coach, Faragi Phillips. TJ and Trey share how they believe the Tiger staff is in a good place and believe this staff can really bring the best out of the players.

The guys end this segment talking about the roster and all of the new players that have committed to playing for the team. They go into detail on the games of Keonte Kennedy, Emmanuel Akot, and Kao. They share their thoughts on how these players will gell with the remaining members of the team and also with prized transfer portal signee Kendric Davis. TJ and Trey end the show discussing Johnathan Lawson and how they believe he will surprise Tiger fans with his skill level.

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Ryan shares his reaction and thoughts about spring football and the goals he established for the team during spring football. He spoke about how proud he was of the way the team has gelled during the offseason and the emphasis that the staff puts on conditioning during summer workouts.

Ryan then discusses the quarterback competition during the spring between Grant Gunnell and incumbent starter, Seth Henigan. He speaks glowingly about the maturation of Seth and the step he's seen in Seth since stepping on campus as a skinny, 17-year old kid. Ryan talks about the "swag" that Seth possesses and how he has demanded and earned the respect of veteran players on the Tiger roster. He goes in depth about the comparisons between Seth Henigan and former Tiger great, Brady White, in terms of the mental side of playing the game. Ryan highlights how the staff purposefully recruits high character guys and the way they go about weeding out kids that might not fit the "character" of the team. To end the first segment, Ryan talks about the rest of the quarterback room and which of the guys in that room have the potential to back Seth up to start the year.

In the second segment, Ryan shares how his recruiting staff doesn't necessarily look at film first to determine whether or not to offer a kid in high school a scholarship. He shares how his team has a checklist of character questions that help them understand if a kid will fit into the culture he is creating at Memphis. Ryan breaks down the 2023 recruiting class and the needs that the Tiger staff has identified for the team.

Kenny asks Ryan how he feels about the impact that the transfer portal has had on high school recruiting and Ryan's own personal conviction about finding the balance between plugging and playing players through the portal and recruiting and developing young high school talent. Kenny and Ryan then discuss the Memphis Rising Initiative and the unveiling of the proposed mock ups to renovations to the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Ryan shares how excited he is to see the changes and is proud of the community investment into the football program. He states that he believes that his staff is building the culture at Memphis the right way and is excited to see the community investment as recognition of that fact.

To close out the interview, Kenny asks Ryan about the Big 12 expansion plans and if he thinks Memphis not being added to those plans will negatively recruiting for the Tigers. Then they transition to discuss NIL and the ever changing conversation around NIL and recruiting and how he views recruiting in the NIL era.

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Tyler joined the Tigers after playing 2 years with the Charlotte 49'ers. During his time at Charlotte, Tyler was named a team captain for the 2021 season, where he accumulated 79 total tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.

Tyler talks about how the relationships with the staff was the reason he decided to come to Memphis. Head coach Ryan Silverfield is from Jacksonville, Florida where Tyler is also from. Tyler has worked with Ryan's nephew in Jacksonville during the offseason and Tyler shared how his relationship with Ryan opened the door for him to come to Memphis but his relationship with linebackers coach, Jordan Hankins, is what sealed the deal for him.

Tyler shares how his transformation from a 180 pound cornerback in high school to a 220 pound linebacker in college has been beneficial because even as he put on weight during college, he was able to utilize his footwork and ball hawking abilities in the linebacker position.

In the second segment, Tyler details how important the linebacker position is in the Tiger defense, and who he expects to play a strong role this year for the defense.

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Jacob is a native Memphian who played high school ball at Christian Brothers High School before committing and ultimately enrolling at the University of Memphis in 2019. Last year he started and played in 11 games at center for the first time in his career. Jacob talks about the importance of the offensive line and how, under the leadership of OL coach Jim Bridge, they have adopted a "5 fingers/1 fist" mentality where all the linemen learn and master all 5 positions on the offensive line. Jacob described the continuity and trust that was built in the offensive line from last year and how there play made it easier for the Tigers to introduce two freshmen, Seth Henigan and Brandon Thomas, into skill positions. The 2021 offensive line was anchored by Dylan Parham, and Jacob goes into detail about his experience playing with a lineman like Dylan who was the rock of that group.

Jacob shared the message that the veteran players at Memphis relay to the incoming freshman and young guys on the team. He understands how most young players come in to college and believe that the transition will be easy for them, but he explains how every players has a "Welcome to Memphis" moment where they are introduced to college football at its highest level. Because all the veteran players have experienced that "Welcome to Memphis" moment they are ready to help the young guys dig in and grind and grow into the player that they were recruited to be. His call to action to those players is that they need to put their head down, follow directions and get better before they can expect to see the field in a productive role.

In the second segment, Jacob talks about his recruitment while he was at CBHS. He describes how he felt pressure from some at CBHS to hold out for SEC offers, but decided to join the Tigers because of the relationship he built with Ryan Silverfield. He describes a desire that he had to not waste the time of any school that was recruiting him, and because his relationship with the staff at Memphis was so good, he made the decision to commit early on. He shares how much he enjoys playing at the Liberty Bowl since he grew up watching the Tigers as a kid.

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In the first segment, Lester goes into detail about his pre-draft workout visits with multiple NBA teams over the past few months. He shares how he came into the workouts ready to show what he could do for NBA teams and how he received really positive feedback from all the teams he worked out for. He describes how coaches and GMs were surprised by the level of shooting he displayed, but also how his facilitating and ball handling was a major part of what he showed during his workouts. He talks about the moment he knew he was ready to make the jump to the NBA was during workouts with guys that are rated higher in the draft than him and how he outplayed the majority of them during the team sessions. He says his play out there proved that his confidence in himself and that even though he knew he could be as good as the more highly sought after guys, the confidence that NBA decision makers showed in him was highly encouraging.

In the second segment, Lester and Kenny go through Lester's three year career at the University of Memphis. While it was a productive three years, Lester's career was full of abnormal times. They talk about being a part of the 2019 class which was ranked #1 in the country, and how scary the team could have been if James Wiseman had played. Obviously with the postseason being cancelled because of the Covid pandemic and the suspension of James Wiseman the season did not go as expected. Lester shared how his versatility on the court during the 2021 season helped lead the Tigers to a NIT Championship. Lester shares how, as a veteran, he had to play a strong role in his junior year in 2022 to help the team come back from an up and down season. He specifically talks about his message to the team as they struggled through the dog days of the season, and how proud he was as the Tigers made a strong end of the year push and helped Penny Hardaway get to his first NCAA Tournament.

Lester ends the podcast with a message of love for the city of Memphis and gratefulness for his time here.

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Brandon was a surprise star at the running back position for the Tigers as a true freshman in the 2021 season. Brandon came out of the gate with a strong first three games of the season, but as the Tigers struggled through the middle of the season, Brandon also showed ebbs and flows in his first season as a starter.

In the first segment Brandon discusses coming to Memphis after experiencing a devastating hand injury. He shares his insight into the guts and resilience he showed to rehab through a near career ending injury. He explains the dark nights where he wondered if he would ever play football again, and how the Memphis staff kept in touch with him during his rehab. He explains how the birth of his daughter helped center him and made him realize how important being successful at football is now because he has more to take care of then just himself.

He transitioned to talk about coming to Memphis and realizing how deep the Tiger history is at the running back position. He shares how his dealing with the hand injury and fight to get back to playing helped motivate him to shine when he got his chance.

In the second segment Brandon shares some of the highs and lows he experienced during the 2021 season. He shares how devastating the concussions he experienced last year were to him because of how debilitating they were. He shares how these injuries were different than the hand injury because it wasn't just something you could fight through. He had no choice but to sit out. He mentions specifically how the Mississippi State game was a high for him because of the caliber of opponent and the efficiency of his production during that game.

Brandon goes into great detail about the running back room and how tight the guys are. He dreams of the play where all 7 of the productive running backs are out on the field together, and shares how selfless all the guys are with each other. None of the guys care who gets the run as long as they are being productive. His excitement was evident as he talks about the creativity that new offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey has shown during spring football. He believes the Tigers are ready to make big moves during this 2022 season.

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In this interview, Jaylon speaks about his desire to take a stronger leadership role within the program and lead the Tigers back to a conference championship. He has spent days watching games from last year, and described the feeling he gets as "sick to his stomach." Jaylon describes his demeanor as a leader as someone who is completely consistent day to day, and that he desires to show all the young players new to the program the mentality it takes to be successful within the Tiger program.

Jaylon then shares how he has adjusted to having a fourth defensive coordinator in five years. He describes the new schemes put in place by Matt Barnes and how he is being used in ways he has never been used before. The level of excitement in Jaylon is obvious as he describes his expectations for the defense in 2022.

In the second segment of this episode, Jaylon goes into detail on how important doing community work in Memphis is to him, and how his mom and stepdad have pushed him to active both on the field and in the community.

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Kao played last year for UT Arlington after coming from Southwestern Assemblies of God, a NAIA school in Waxahachie, Texas. Kao has spent the summer going through the draft process and spoke about how much his confidence has grown after seeing his skill set match up against prospects with better credentials. Kao credits his coaching and willingness to work hard for his development over a relatively short period of time since he has started playing basketball.

At the age of 13, Kao moved to Mesquite, Texas from western Nigeria after the devastating loss of his parents at an early age. Kao speaks about his goal driven mindset and how his resilience has allowed him to take tragedy and uncertainty in his life and turn it into a positive. He believes God has great purposes for him in athletics and believes that "everything happens for a reason."

Kao details the conversations he has had with Penny Hardaway and describes his main goal of being the National DPOY for college basketball next year. On top of being a stalwart defender, Kao goes into great detail about his development in rebounding the ball and how a switch flipped in his brain last year on how to be a more effective rebounder at his position. Kao then describes his NBA pre-draft roommate, Lester Quinones, and how their relationship has developed during this summer. Kao spoke about playing with an elite point guard like Kendric Davis and the "pick your poison" decisions opposing defenses will have to make to stop the Tigers from scoring on fast breaks.

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In this episode we are joined by Kendric one day after he announced his intentions of signing with Memphis. Kendric expressed his excitement about playing for Penny and how Penny's game plan and schemes are what drew him to play for the Tigers. Kendric shares his story of growing up in Houston and how an AAU matchup with De'Aaron Fox was the start of building his confidence to become the player he is today.

Kendric shares what his goals and expectations are for his personal game and for the Memphis Tigers this year. Kendric was close to staying in the draft this year, but his decision to come to Memphis was spurred on by a desire to win at a much bigger level and solidify his draft stock for next year's draft. Kendric shares his philosophy on playing the point guard position and how his leadership skills and abilities have allowed him to be successful at every level he's played. He discusses how playing against Penny's defense over the past two years showed him how being under Penny's coaching can help him fully round out to be the best player he can possibly be.

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In the first segment of episode 2, Trey and TJ discuss the supposed quarterback "competition" during spring football between Seth Henigan and Grant Gunnell. They discuss their thoughts on how they believe QB1 was always Seth's job to lose, and how Seth proved himself worthy of continuing to build on his freshman year exploits where he was voted to the Freshman All-American team. Trey and TJ discuss how Tevin Carter is, more than likely, the second string quarterback, and how impressed they have been with him during spring ball.

In the second segment, Trey and TJ go into great detail about the new plans for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Tiger football introduced new renderings in a video under the Memphis Rising plans for Tiger athletics. TJ describes the renderings as the best possible scenario, and if the stadium is renovated to the depth that the renderings propose, the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will be the most beautiful stadium in all of college football. The guys push back against the criticism that the Tigers athletic department have received because they have moved away from an on campus stadium.

In the third segment, the guys reiterate how Tiger fans should "Trust in Penny." After Kendric Davis' signing with the Tigers out of the transfer portal most Tiger fans were expecting a rush of signings to fill out the 2022-23 roster. Since that hasn't happened some fans are concerned about what Penny is doing on the recruiting trail. The guys go into detail on the status of Deandre Williams and Lester Quinones, and who they believe the Tigers might be targeting in the transfer portal.

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Seth is a true sophomore from Denton, Texas and comes into this year with a lot of momentum on his side. Last year, as a true freshman, Seth rocketed up the Tiger record books with his individual performance. Seth threw for 3,322 yard and 25 touchdowns. At the conclusion of the 2021 season Seth was named to the Freshman All-American team.

In this episode, Seth talks about the transition from high school to college football and how his work ethic helped him adjust well to the college life. Seth describes the process of competing for the starting job during spring and fall camp in 2021, and how he was able to come out and start the year as the starting quarterback. Seth talked about the disappointment he felt, even during the individual success he achieved, because of the overall play of the team. Seth attributed the struggles Memphis had last year to the lack of ball control and turnovers. Seth described how the team came out of the 2021 season with a renewed sense of righting the ship and re-establishing the Tigers to the place they all feel the Tiger football team should be.

In the second segment, Seth talks about the quarterback competition with Grant Gunnell going into the 2022 spring football camp. Seth describes his mentality on the "competition" and how he didn't view it as competition, but as an opportunity to get better as a player. Now that Seth has his QB1 position solidified coming out of spring football, he spoke about he has assumed more of a leadership role with the team, and how the players are fully on board with him as the starter.

To end the episode Seth talks about his relationship with new offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey, and the relationship they have built over the past few months. He shares the main differences between Cramsey and Kevin Johns and the trust that is being built between the quarterback and the coach.

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Kamren details his recruiting process with the Memphis coaches and how the coaching staff made him feel wanted unlike any place he's ever been. He discussed the interactions he had with Coach Pope and Coach Silverfield and how the culture and camaraderie being built at the University of Memphis immediately drew him to the program. He also speaks on his skill set and what he feels he brings to the table for the Tigers. He also shares how transitioning from his high school team's 4-3 defense to Sam Houston State's 3-4 defense makes him excited to get to Memphis and get back to a four down lineman defense that Matt Barnes brings to the table.

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An'Darius opens up the first segment and talks about Winona, the small Mississippi town he grew up in, and how he chose to go down a path of using his talents on the field to expand his opportunities outside of Winona. He shares how he wants to be an inspiration to other young kids from the farms and factories in small town Mississippi to know that if they work hard anything can be possible. An'Darius then shares about his recruiting visit to Memphis and how the players were what sold him to come to Memphis. He specially talks about a "player panel" that veteran Tiger players do with recruits and how instrumental that was to help him know that Memphis was the school for him. He shares specifically how Jacobi Francis and JJ Russell were lifelines for him as he transitioned from high school football to the collegiate level, and how watching them develop their skillset during the offseason showed him how different the college game is compared to the high school game. He shares how he wants to become a "Jacobi Francis" and "JJ Russell" for the "young, hard-headed" kids that are new to the Tiger program so that their development will keep the Tigers becoming the team he believes they should be.

In the second segment, An'Darius goes into great detail about his season-ending injury he experienced in the 2021 season, and the guilt he felt as he slowly recovered. When asked about how he stayed close to his team during his recovery, An'Darius shares an incredible story of how the team kept him engaged with them and encouraged him. An'Darius was adamant that he feels like the team helped pull him through his recovery more so than him pushing through. They would not allow him to dwell in the guilt he felt and An'Darius mentions how impactful that was for him. He explains how much he feels like he needs to prove on the field this year, and how exciting spring ball and the "Tiger Stripes" game was a huge relief to him as he was able to put on gear and compete with his brothers on the field for the first time in a long time.

An'Darius closes out the episode expressing excitement about the new position that offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey, has designed for him this year. He shares how Tiger fans can relate it to the positions Tony Pollard and Kenneth Gainwell played during their time at Memphis. He believes this position will give him the best opportunity to be an impact on the field for the Tigers this year and get them back to the championship level everyone believes they should be.

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Cam then explained his recruitment and how Coach Pope played a massive role in his decision to come to Memphis over strong interest from LSU and Alabama.

In January, 2022, Cam entered the transfer portal for a short time, and he explained what went into that decision and also shared why he ultimately decided that Memphis was the place for him. He went into great detail on how Coach Pope, his mom and even senior DB Quindell Johnson played a role in changing his mind.

In the second segment, Cam discusses how the defensive line has been unleashed with Matt Barnes as the new defensive coordinator. He walks us through what Tiger fans can expect from the Tigers' defensive line this year, and how excited he is about the depth the Tigers have at that position.

Cam finishes out the episode talking about the games he is most excited to play this year, and which Memphis BBQ spot is his favorite place to eat.

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In the first segment, Trey and TJ break down what they were hoping to see in the 2022 Tiger football team during the Friday Night Stripes game. They discussed the addition of the two new coordinators and their impact on the way the offense and defensive schemes looked. Trey and TJ spent a few minutes breaking down the quarterback competition. Trey was incredibly impressed with Tevin Carter and his arm strength, but they broke down who they believe is going to come out on top in the quarterback competition: Seth Henigan or Grant Gunnell.

They transition to talking about the running backs and how they believe the running back role will be a filled by committee this year. TJ was pleasantly surprised by a few plays by returning RB Dreke Clark coming out of the backfield and making catches. TJ mentioned the wide receiver corp and how disappointed he was with the consistency during the game.

In the second segment, TJ and Trey highlighted the fact that the Tiger defense has switched back to a 4-man front and how Tiger fans will be excited to see the pressure the defense will bring to opponents this year. Trey shares how excited he is by the linebacker group this year, and how he believes they will be one of the more effective parts of the defensive this year. Trey mentions that he believes Greg Rubin is going to take a big leap from an already successful freshman campaign.

Trey and TJ end the football portion of this podcast talking about what they were the most pleasantly surprised by and they both were in agreement that the special teams was the most disappointing part of the spring game and how scared they are that the special teams could lose games for the Tigers this year.

The guys then transition to the massive news that transfer guard Kendric Davis signed with the Tigers on Friday night. TJ believes that the signing of Kendric Davis is Penny Hardaway's best job as a recruiter since he's been at Memphis.

About Tigers on Tap

Tigers on Tap is a podcast for fans by fans. Trey and TJ are lifelong Memphis fans and share their perspective of the happenings in Tiger athletics from a fan perspective.

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Trey and TJ are both lifelong Memphians and have been fans and season ticket holders with the University of Memphis for years, and they will be bringing a fan's perspective to the GoTigers247 coverage of the University of Memphis athletic department.

As big fans of craft beer, Trey and TJ will also highlight a new craft beer each episode so that our Tiger fans can expand their taste for good beer.

GoTigers247 is all about trying to expand our digital content coverage of the University of Memphis and we are excited to bring TJ and Trey into the network of podcasts we create.

We hope ya'll enjoy!

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Quindell and Kenny spend the first segment in this episode discussing last year's team and the individual grade that Quindell would give himself. Quindell shares some of his favorite plays and games from the 2021 season, and what part of the game is the hardest for physical defensive backs like himself. Quindell talks about the veteran leadership, both on the field and vocally, of former Tigers' Jacobi Francis and JJ Russell. He speaks on how their willingness to step up vocally helped the defensive grow on the field, and how he plans to fill that vocal role for the defense this year.

In the second segment, Kenny brings up the elephant in the room, which is Quindell's decision to come back to Memphis for his senior year instead of declaring for the 2022 NFL Draft. Quindell goes into great detail about why he made the difficult choice of coming back and what his ultimate goals are for him individually and the Tigers as a team. Quindell gives a really great piece of insight into why the changeover in the defensive coordinator during the offseason did not affect his decision to come back to Memphis. He explains how he views having 4 defensive coordinators in 5 years during his time at Memphis, and how his base knowledge of football helps him take the good from each defensive coordinator and build on top of his vast knowledge he possesses. Quindell ends the interview answering questions from fans.

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Eddie shared his journey from playing four years at Mater Dei in high school, transitioning to Milford Academy for his prep year. He discussed his love for basketball and how his father was instrumental in Eddie making the choice to concentrate on his football career rather than basketball.

After spending two years at Rutgers University, Eddie entered the transfer portal and committed to play at Butler Community College. Eddie discussed how his time at Butler changed him for the better. He shared how his focus and determination to continue his playing career met with the certainty that if he didn't do the work he was supposed to do his career would most certainly be over.

Eddie discussed his transition to play for Memphis and how he acclimated so quickly to his new teammates and the city. He bragged on Seth Henigan and his "dog" mentality to lead the Tigers as a true freshman, and discussed how the competitive the wide receiver and running back rooms are for the Tigers.

He shared how a previous connection with new offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey, has helped the transition to a new offense and what Tiger fans can expect from the team this year.

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In the first segment, Fowler was in Mobile for the Senior Bowl in early February and quickly fell in love with the Tiger players. He breaks down Calvin Austin's scouting report, impressions from his four year career at Memphis and why he thinks Calvin's skillset can make up for any physical disadvantages. Fowler shares his thoughts on where he believes Calvin will go in the draft, and what offensive scheme would best fit his skillset.

In the second segment, Fowler then talks about the journey Dylan Parham took during his time at Memphis moving from the tight end position to ultimately becoming a stalwart offensive lineman. Fowler breaks down what part of Dylan's body will help him succeed in the NFL. He describes how his elite athleticism will help him in techniques that a lot of lineman struggle with. Fowler's biggest concern for Parham is his weight and shares that this is the only thing that will limit his productiveness on the field.

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In the first segment, Brooks and Kenny discuss the football team's successful offseason with the hiring of offensive coordinator, Tim Cramsey, and defensive coordinator, Matt Barnes. Brooks breaks down the Tigers' most successful recruiting class in the history of the program, and the culture that Ryan Silverfield is bringing to the Memphis program. Kenny and Brooks then discuss the success the Tigers have experienced with the transfer portal, both with players coming into the program and a minimal amount of impact the Tigers have experienced with productive players leaving. They end the segment talking about the Tigers heading into spring practice and some of the big questions that have to be answered during that time that will give Tiger fans insight into how successful the 2022 season will be.

In the second segment, Brooks and Kenny highlight the positive development for the Tiger basketball program with the return of five players from injury. Brooks takes a hopeful stance in what this will mean for the Tigers for the last eight games of the year, and how the Tigers' potential success in those games will prove Coach Penny Hardaway's assessment of the Tigers' struggles this year. Brooks dives into Tiger history to explain why he believes the Houston games are the most important remaining matchups for the Tigers. To end the episode, Brooks and Kenny give their opinion on three Tiger players that have pleasantly surprised them this year, and how their continued success will be pivotal to the Tigers winning those games.

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GoTigers247 is bringing you an audio podcast called Tigers in 20. Lead digital content creator and host Kenny Stubblefield was joined this week by co-host and GT247 founder Brooks Hansen.

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On top of being a football standout for Baker, the 17 year old Hawkins also runs track for the Hornets. His 4 x 200 relay team recently broke school records at the Alabama High School Athletic Association's indoor track and field regionals. He was officially clocked at a 4.43 40-yard dash at South Alabama's football camp. Unofficially, Hawkins runs a 7.13 60-meter sprint.

Jamari Hawkins is fast. Real fast.

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Coach Barnes was the defensive play caller in 2021 for the Ohio State Buckeyes, and was secondary coach and special teams coordinator for the three seasons he was at Ohio State.

Murphy shares his thoughts on who Matt Barnes is as a person and discusses his "football only" mindset. He also breaks down the schemes that Coach Barnes brought to Ohio State during his time as the play caller. He expounds on what he sees is Barnes' best attribute: his adaptability, and shares why he believes Memphis fans should be excited about seeing Matt Barnes leading the defense in Memphis.

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In the first segment, Brooks and Kenny respond to some of the Tiger players expressing their frustrations with Tiger fans on Twitter. Brooks breaks down why fans and media have the right to respectfully comment on the play of the teams they either cover or support. Brooks and Kenny share what they believe should be the focus of the Tiger basketball team and how they can silence the negativity.

In the second segment, Brooks and Kenny discuss the wins against Alabama and Wichita State, and also discuss the positives from the Tulane loss. Brooks then goes into detail on the emergence of Josh Minott and his production. Kenny then discusses the grit and grind, big man lineup with Jalen Duren and Malcolm Dandridge starting. Brooks then goes in depth on the play of Earl Timberlake as the starting point guard.

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Throughout the episode, Hansen speaks with each individual about why they chose Memphis, their expectations for their respective freshmen seasons and much more. Hansen gives an in-depth look at each of these Memphis signees and what they could bring to the field for the Tigers.

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Throughout the episode, Hansen speaks with each individual about why they chose Memphis, their expectations for their respective freshmen seasons and much more. Hansen gives an in-depth look at each of these Memphis signees and what they could bring to the field for the Tigers.

This is episode two of four, so stay on the lookout over the next week for the following three episodes. Over the course of the four episodes, you'll be able to hear individually from each Memphis commit and signee.

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GoTigers247 is bringing you a weekly audio podcast called Tigers in 20. Lead digital content creator and host Kenny Stubblefield was joined this week by co-host and GT247 founder Brooks Hansen.

Tigers in 20 will tackle the week’s hottest topics and take a look at some of the most talked about news stories on the horizon. Stubblefield will bring you weekly guests, in-depth analysis and big-picture breakdowns of both major athletic programs in a positive and informative format. On top of the analysis, fan questions will be answered at the end of each episode.

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Pope is also an excellent recruiter, finishing the 2021 cycle ranked as the No. 3 overall recruiter in the American, per the 247Sports Recruiter Rankings. He was also named to the 247Sports 30Under30 for 2021.

Following up on National Signing Day, GoTigers247 profiled Pope's relationship with the Tigers' top-rated high school signee for the 2022 class Joshua White. As part of that process, GT247 took a few minutes to sit down with White's lead recruiter to get his take on the importance of mental health for collegiate athletes.

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Throughout the episode, Hansen speaks with each individual about why they chose Memphis, their expectations for their respective freshmen seasons and much more. Hansen gives an in-depth look at each of these Memphis signees and what they could bring to the field for the Tigers.

This is episode one of four, so stay on the lookout over the next week for the following three episodes. Over the course of the four episodes, you'll be able to hear individually from each Memphis commit and signee.

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Brooks and Kenny then transition to discussing the men's basketball team's disappointing loss to Iowa State The Tigers fell to Iowa State after being thoroughly outplayed in the second half in the finals of the Pre-Season NIT Tournament in Brooklyn, NY. Brooks and Kenny highlight the disturbing trends that we are seeing for the third straight year under Penny Hardaway's leadership, and how Penny's legacy is directly tied to fixing those trends.

What should the expectations be moving forward? Who should be playing? Are Tiger fans expecting too much out of freshmen Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren? Tune in to the podcast to hear all of our thoughts.

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The Associated Press released its Preseason Top 25 on Monday, and Penny Hardaway and the Tigers checked in at No. 12. Last week, the American Athletic Conference revealed its preseason rankings, and Memphis came in second behind Houston.

Throughout the episode, the discussion is centered around the preseason rankings. Fowler and Stubblefield break down the current roster with Jalen Duren, Emoni Bates and Earl Timberlake among others in the fold. 

The GT247 crew also talks about the coaching staff and the role they'll play this season. Hardaway added Hall of Famer Larry Brown and former All-Star Rasheed Wallace to bolster the staff heading into the 2021-2022 season.

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Babcock was in attendance for the pro day earlier this week and was able to watch the entire Tigers' roster firsthand. In 2019, Babcock was at Memphis for the pro day with James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa, and he begins the episode by talking about the differences and similarities between the two teams.

Next, he breaks down what he saw from Duren and Bates and explains how both can be very high picks in the draft. Babcock currently has Duren as his No. 4 overall prospect for the 2022 NBA Draft, and he said he feels very confident in that ranking.

After the discussion on Duren and Bates, Babcock gives his insight and opinion on Lester Quinones, DeAndre Williams, Landers Nolley, Earl Timberlake, Josh Minott, John Camden and Johnathan Lawson.

With the season coming soon, Babcock said he will be keeping a very close eye on this Memphis team and its potential NBA prospects.

Following his visit to Memphis, Babcock wrote about his time in the Bluff City and the pro day. For all of his thoughts in a very well-written article, you can click here.

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Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers came into the first conference matchup as heavy favorites, but they fell flat against the Owls. Memphis went to Philadelphia and laid a dud one week after handing a win to UTSA.

So, the question becomes: What's wrong with this team after a 3-0 start and a win over Mississippi State? Unfortunately, there isn't a simple answer. Throughout this episode, Fowler and Stubblefield diagnose the biggest issues on the Memphis football team.

Over the last two weeks, there have been some very questionable coaching decisions and poor execution from the players in key moments. It's unfair to put all the blame on Silverfield and the coaching staff, but they have certainly played a role in the last two losses.

With seven games left to go this season, this team has to find an identity, and they also need more creativity from offensive coordinator Kevin Johns and defensive coordinator Mike MacIntyre. If some of the big issues aren't fixed, then this could be a VERY ugly season for the Tigers.

There's too much talent on this team for a disappointing season, so something needs to be figured out very soon.

Before the episode wraps up, Fowler and Stubblefield also briefly discuss Memphis basketball's pro day and tease upcoming content.

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After a 3-0 start and a win over Mississippi State, Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers underwent a painful loss against UTSA on Saturday. Despite taking a 21-0 lead in the first quarter, Memphis took its foot off the gas and allowed the Roadrunners to come back.

Throughout the football discussion, Stubblefield explains what the energy was like inside the Liberty Bowl, and Fowler gives his opinion on what this loss means for Memphis. Following the loss, the Tigers will begin conference play on Saturday against Temple.

Next, the duo breaks down the open practice that both GT247 crew members were at on Tuesday. The crew was able to watch Jalen Duren and Emoni Bates and the rest of the Tigers practice, and it was a very impressive event.

Memphis is clearly extremely long, athletic and talented, and they have an opportunity to be among the best teams in the country this season. They have an incredible balance of experience, depth, young talent and leadership.

Penny Hardaway has the most talented team he's ever coached, which should be a lot of fun to watch this year.

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After an extremely fun game this past weekend, the GT247 crew had plenty to unpack from the win over the Bulldogs. Memphis struggled heavily in the first half of this game, but the resilience of team was on full display over the final 30 minutes.

Although Seth Henigan and Brandon Thomas had their moments in this game, Calvin Austin was the star of the show. Austin went over 100 yards receiving for the second consecutive games with two receiving touchdowns and one punt return touchdown.

With his 94-yard punt return in the fourth quarter, Austin was recognized as the American Athletic Conference Special Teams Player of the Week. It was an extremely unusual (and controversial) play, but it allowed Memphis to take a two-score lead late in the game.

Throughout the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield break down Memphis' defensive performance and how well the offensive line held up against a solid Mississippi State defensive line.

Following the breakdown of Saturday's game, the duo moves on to the upcoming matchup against UTSA. When fans see this game, they'll probably think Memphis should win by 30-plus points. With a deeper look, though, the Roadrunners have a very solid team that is going to fight hard for four quarters.

Before ending the episode, the crew discusses what Memphis needs to do to defeat UTSA, and they also answer questions from the board.

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After five and a half months without a Tigers in 20 podcast, WE ARE OFFICIALLY BACK!! It was awesome to get back on the podcast, and we clearly couldn't contain ourselves as we went for 50 minutes discussing Seth Henigan, Brandon Thomas, Calvin Austin and much more.

With the Bulldogs on the horizon, we gave all of our thoughts on how the game could play out on Saturday. Mississippi State is currently only 3-point favorites over the Tigers and this has the potential to be a very interesting game.

In Week 1, the Bulldogs almost lost to Louisiana Tech, but they came back with a masterful performance against NC State this past Saturday. There are still plenty of questions surrounding both team, and Saturday's matchup will tell us a lot about both Memphis and Mississippi State.

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Throughout the episode, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield explain what the Wallace hire means for Memphis on the court and for recruiting. Wallace has ties to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and North Carolina among other recruiting hotbeds.

Following his 16-year career as a player, Wallace was hired as an assistant coach for the Detroit Pistons during the 2013-2014 season. Despite signing a two-year contract in Detroit, Wallace wasn't retained after Stan Van Gundy was hired.

After his one-year stint with the Pistons, Memphis' newest assistant coach took a break from coaching. In 2019, Wallace was hired to be the head coach of the boy's varsity basketball team at Jordan High School in Durham, North Carolina.

In early June of this year, NC Good Better Best Academy named Wallace as the next head coach of their basketball program. Despite getting a second head coaching opportunity at the high school level, Wallace has made the decision to accept his first collegiate coaching job at Memphis.

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Bates originally committed to Michigan State, but many national analysts believed he would chose the pro route after decommitting. Ultimately, Hardaway and the staff were able to convince to immensely talented Bates to chose Memphis.

Since he entered high school, Bates was tabbed as one of the best players in the country. As far as potential goes, it's scary how good Bates can be at both the college and professional level.

With Bates officially reclassifying to 2021, he will be a part of the 2021-2022 Memphis team along with five-star center Jalen Duren who also reclassified to '21. Bates will join a core of Landers Nolley, Lester Quinones and DeAndre Williams, and the Tigers also added Miami transfer Earl Timberlake and top 50 freshman Josh Minott.

The Tigers already had a ton of talent on the roster and they've added arguably the two best players in high school. Although he is getting on campus a little later than most freshmen, it wouldn't be surprising to see Bates adjust quickly.

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Duren recently took official visits to Kentucky, Memphis and Miami, but Hardaway and the Tigers' staff clearly made the biggest impression. The professional route was also a possibility for Duren, who was offered big money to skip out on college.

Simply put, Duren is arguably the best high school prospect in the world. With his decision to Memphis now official, all signs point to Duren reclassifying from 2022 to 2021 which means he will be on campus as soon as possible.

With Duren likely to be on roster for the 2021-2022 season, Memphis just got much better in the front court. Although the national media hasn't been sure about Memphis going into the season, Duren should change that. The No. 1 overall player will immediately make the Tigers one of the better teams in the country.

The five-star is physically dominant in the paint, and he is already built like a brick wall. Duren has been dominating on the AAU circuit alongside generational talent Emoni Bates.

Duren and Bates make up one of the most formidable AAU duos in recent memory as both players are nearly unstoppable at the high school level. Although Bates has been ranked as the No. 1 player for quite some time, Duren jumped him in the most recent 247Sports rankings update.

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Minott has been on campus for a little over a month now, and he gives the GT247 crew an in-depth look at what the process has looked like for him. Coming out of high school, Minott was ranked as the No. 36 overall player in the 2021 class, so the expectations will be relatively high for him next season. 

With his size, skill and overall basketball IQ, the 6-foot-9 freshman has the potential to be a special collegiate player.

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So, what is Opendorse and how do they fit into the puzzle?

"Opendorse provides technology to the athlete endorsement industry. We serve the full lifecycle of supporting athletes: educating, assessing, planning, sharing, creating, measuring, tracking, disclosing, regulating, listing, browsing, booking, and more. 

Our industry-leading products – Opendorse Ready, Social, Monitor, and Deals – help athletes and their supporters understand, build, protect, and monetize their brand value."

Recently, NIL has become a massive topic surrounding collegiate sports, and Kutz discussed at-length how it could affect the University of Memphis. Kutz said Memphis has one of the greatest examples in sports history when it comes to branding in head basketball coach Penny Hardaway.

Kutz explains how Hardaway branded himself at a young age and how he is a perfect example for players to look at. Throughout the podcast, Kutz also breaks down how NIL will affect the entire landscape of college sports and recruiting. 

Last week, the Tennessee House of Representatives passed a bill allowing student-athletes to use their name, image and likeness for payments, and the bill will now move along to the Senate. 

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Throughout the episode, White explains why he chose to come to Memphis when he left Arizona State and how quickly the city accepted him. The former Tiger also talks about his drive and determination in the classroom.

White got his Bachelors at Arizona State and then got his Masters Degree at Memphis before beginning on his Doctorate. In the interview, White explains why he chose to continue his education and go for his Doctorate at Memphis.

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White came to Memphis as a graduate transfer from Arizona State, and he became the best quarterback in school history. White left Memphis as the school's all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns, and he led the team to a 28-11 record over three years.

During his time at Memphis, White helped the Tigers to two conference championship games and three bowl games. Throughout the interview, White goes in-depth with Fowler about specific games and moments from each season.

The two leave no stone unturned as they break down White's first game at Memphis, the Cotton Bowl, coaching change, COVID-19 and opt-outs among other topics.

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Throughout the interview, Littleton discusses his relationship with Penny Hardaway and Cody Toppert, his work ethic and his favorite player to watch and mold his game after. The Memphis staff wants Littleton to transition from a combo guard to a point guard, and he certainly sounds up to the task.

Memphis now has two guards committed from the 2022 class as the staff continues to identify players they believe fit the identity and the culture that's been built. If you listen to what the three-star guard has to say, it's clear that he's willing to work to be as good as possible at the next level.

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Timberlake was limited to seven games last season due to injury, and he will have an opportunity to prove himself in the Bluff City. Coming out of high school, Timberlake was the No. 35 overall player in the country and many saw him as an NBA draft prospect before his injury.

Fowler and Hansen explain how Timberlake fits into Memphis' offensive and defensive plans next to the returning players. The former Hurricane isn't a great shooter, but he excels in put backs, rebounds and defensive versatility.

247Sports recently rated Timberlake as the No. 6 overall player in the transfer portal, so this is obviously a massive addition for the Tigers.

With the addition of Timberlake, Memphis has now added two high level transfers, and Hardaway and the staff will continue to pursue options in the NCAA transfer portal.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield discuss Memphis' last three National Invitation Tournament games against Boise State, Colorado State and Mississippi State. Stubblefield takes an in-depth look at what the Tigers have done recently to have success on both ends of the floor.

Next, the two break down what the NIT Championship means for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers and Hansen joins to offer his thoughts. Hansen explains how it makes no sense that people are down after Memphis won the NIT.

Although it wasn't an NCAA Tournament appearance, the crew explains the importance of the championship. It was clear over the last several games that Hardaway has finally established a culture and identity at Memphis.

The trio breaks down how this can be a major stepping stone for Hardaway and the Tigers. Regardless of which players and coaches return next season, Memphis has an identity and the returning players will have a taste of success.

With that being said, the returning players and staff will be able to teach the freshmen and any incoming transfers about how things are handled at Memphis. They now know how to practice, prepare and play like a winning basketball team.

Finally, the GT247 crew teases an upcoming VIP podcast regarding the offseason, transfers, recruiting and much more.

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To begin the episode, the duo recaps Memphis' first round win over Dayton on Saturday. The Tigers out-rebounded the Flyers 44-to-26, and they also had 15 more offensive rebounds which is one of the main reasons they came out with a win. 

One of the biggest matchups to watch in the game was Memphis' guards vs. star guard Jalen Crutcher, and the Tigers shut him down. Fowler and Stubblefield break down how Memphis held him to six points and 3-of-10 shooting.

Next, the GT247 crew shifts the focus to Memphis' upcoming game against Boise State. The Broncos defeated SMU by one point last week, and they will present a very difficult test for the Tigers.

Boise State has a ton of length on their roster, and Derrick Alston Jr. and Emmanuel Akot are both long, skilled players who can give Memphis' defense trouble. Penny Hardaway and the staff will have to come up with a very solid game plan to slow down the Broncos' high powered offense.

For the year, Boise State averages 76 points per game, so Memphis will have their hands full on Thursday night. Currently, the Tigers sit at a 4.5-point favorite, so it will likely be a tightly contested game.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield quickly recap the loss against Houston in the AAC tournament and move on to discussion revolving around Saturday's matchup against Dayton.

Penny Hardaway and the No. 1 seed Tigers will match up against the No. 4 seed Dayton Flyers, and it's a very interesting game to look at. Memphian Jalen Crutcher had an incredible season for the Flyers, and the duo breaks down how he is the most important matchup of the game.

Memphis is known for shutting down top guards on opposing teams, and they need a solid defensive performance against Crutcher. Fowler and Stubblefield also discuss other important matchups in the game, including the rebound and defensive battle.

Anthony Grant is a brilliant head coach, so he and Hardaway will likely be in a chess match of coaching on Saturday. Both coaches have shown that they are very capable of making in-game adjustments, which will likely make this an interesting coaching matchup.

Following the basketball discussion, the crew begins talking about Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the football team. The Tigers began spring practice on Sunday, and Fowler lets fans know where they can get the latest.

Finally, the duo discusses former receivers coach John Simon and pro day, which includes Brady White, Kenneth Gainwell and Damonte Coxie among others.

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To begin the episode, the trio discusses Memphis' heartbreaking loss against Houston. The Tigers played a solid game against the Cougars, but Tramon Mark hit a three-pointer right inside half court as time expired to beat Memphis.

The GT247 crew explains that the small, mental mistakes put the Tigers in a bad position and allowed Houston to squeak by with a win. Memphis shot 50 percent from the free throw line and missed multiple easy buckets down low, which hurt them down the stretch.

Hansen, Fowler and Stubblefield all give their takeaways from the game and what it means for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers going into the American Athletic Conference tournament. 

Following the discussion of the Houston game, the crew moves on to the upcoming conference tournament. Memphis will have a first-round bye as the No. 3 seed, and they will play either UCF or East Carolina on Friday at 9 p.m. CST.

Fowler explains why he is a bit worried about the Tigers in the conference tournament. Memphis has occasionally overlooked inferior opponents, and they can't afford to do that in a tournament where every team is fighting to play on Sunday.

A potential rematch against Houston is very possible on Saturday, but the Tigers can't overlook the quarterfinal matchup.

Finally, the trio gives their honest opinion on if Memphis will win the conference tournament or not.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Hansen discuss Memphis' six-game winning streak and how they can put everything together going into the conference tournament. The Tigers picked up a 21-point win over South Florida earlier this week, and the biggest game of the season is coming up on Sunday against No. 9 Houston. 

Penny Hardaway and the Tigers have won nine of their last 10 games, and they have won three consecutive games since returning from the 18-day COVID-19 pause. Memphis has been solid on both ends of the floor, but they must play one of the best games of the season to defeat one of the best teams in the country.

Houston is nearly unbeatable at home, so the Tigers must do the unthinkable. If Memphis is able to pull off an upset win over the Cougars, then they will have a ton of momentum heading into the American Athletic Conference Tournament next week.

Throughout the episode, the duo discusses both Boogie Ellis and Landers Nolley and what they can do to help Memphis beat Houston and make a run in the conference tournament. Ellis has hit 52 percent of his shots from deep since Memphis returned from the pause, and he has been the Tigers' best offensive weapon.

Although Nolley is the team's leading scorer, he has been pretty quiet over the last several games. Despite players like Ellis stepping up on the offensive end of the floor, Memphis needs Nolley to be more of a dangerous scoring threat moving forward.

Finally, the GT247 crew explains why they are so excited for Sunday's matchup, and both Fowler and Hansen believe it will be one of the better games this season.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield break down the news of how the Memphis-Houston game got moved from the FedExForum to the Fertitta Center. GT247 broke the news on Friday morning, and it's a very slimy situation all around.

In the duo's opinion, the American Athletic Conference feels like Houston and Wichita State have the best chance to get at-large bids in the NCAA Tournament, so they are protecting them at all costs. Instead of keeping the Memphis-Houston game a home game for the Tigers, they moved it to favor the Cougars.

There is an argument that this rule was put in place before the season due to COVID-19, but it feels extremely shady regardless.

After the first 10 minutes of the episode, Hansen is able to join, and he gives his full uncensored opinion on the topic. From Mike Aresco to Kelvin Sampson and ECU, Hansen goes in on the Memphis screwjob.

Hansen explains how Memphis has done nothing wrong and done everything they were asked by the conference, but they still haven't been able to get a fair shake. Hansen also says that Memphis still hasn't heard anything about any games being rescheduled at this point, which isn't a good sign at all.

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To begin the episode, the crew quickly recaps Memphis' win over East Carolina, but the center of the discussion is on Alex Lomax. The junior guard had 10 points, nine assists, five rebounds and five steals on Saturday, and he has been a major piece of the Tigers' turnaround.

Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield all give their takes on Lomax and how important his play has been for Memphis this season. The Memphis native has been extremely impressive on both ends of the floor, which has helped the team in a big way.

Next, the trio gives their opinion on the NCAA and AAC tournament. There are still plenty of people holding out hope for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers to get an at-large bid in the NCAA Tournament, and the crew explains why that is very unrealistic at this point. 

Hansen explains how the only way for the Tigers to get an at-large big would be for them to win out and for Houston to lose at least two games. Following the discussion on the NCAA Tournament, the crew explains how Memphis needs to run the table over the last eight games to get as good of a seed as possible for the conference tournament.

If Memphis is able to lock down the two or three seed and get a first round bye, then they will have a much better chance to win the AAC tournament and get an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

Finally, the trio answers questions that were asked on the site, including their thoughts on Boogie Ellis, football transfers Memphis' top 2022 targets and much more.

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With the addition of Taylor, Memphis' 2021 class is up to No. 45 overall in the 247Sports Team Rankings. Taylor is currently ranked as the No. 440 overall player in the class and the No. 15 overall player from the state of Alabama.

The three-star prospect was named first-team all-state in Alabama's Class 6A after racking up over 1,000 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns, and he also stood out during the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game practices.

Throughout the podcast, Fowler and Jordan discuss what Taylor brings to Memphis' receiving corps with his size and ability to box out defenders. Taylor joins three-stars Cameron Wright and Tyrese Johnson as Memphis' receiver commits for the '21 class, and they all three have great size.

With his big-bodied frame, Taylor has the ability to play outside receiver for the Tigers, and they can also slide him to tight end in certain packages if need be. Ryan Silverfield and the staff have built a spectacular '21 class, and Taylor is the cherry on top.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield welcome Hansen back after a hiatus, and they begin to discuss Memphis' last two games against SMU and UCF. Hansen discusses the loss to the Mustangs and how the Tigers didn't play well enough to beat SMU twice in three days. 

Hansen also drops some news regarding the officiating from the SMU game and how Memphis filed a complaint with the American Athletic Conference. 

After the discussion of SMU, the trio moves on to the UCF game. On Monday, the Tigers defeated the Knights by 27 points, and the GT247 crew explains how Memphis played a perfect game.

Alex Lomax, Lester Quinones, DeAndre Williams, Landers Nolley and Boogie Ellis were all very impressive on Monday, and the crew breaks down each of their performances and how they helped the Tigers get a massive win.

The discussion of the UCF game leads to a breakdown of Memphis' performances since the win over Wichita State and how the team has completely turned the season around. Hansen gives some inside info on what the Tigers did during their long layoff and how that translated to success on the floor.

Finally, the trio explains what Memphis is doing offensively and why it's been successful. Although people still believe Memphis is running the Lion offense, the GT247 crew explains the offensive sets that the Tigers are actually running that have been successful.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield break down Memphis' four-point win over SMU on Tuesday night. Despite trailing by 13 points in the first half, the Tigers were able to go on a 17-2 run and secure their first lead before the halftime break.

After the half, Memphis and SMU went back and forth, but the Tigers were able to outlast the Mustangs. With the win over SMU, Memphis now has sole possession of second in the American Athletic Conference, and they are on an impressive three-game winning streak.

Over the past three games, the Tigers have looked like a different team. Memphis has hit 10-plus threes in all of their last three contests, and they've also shot 50 percent or better from the floor in back-to-back games.

The GT247 crew discusses performances from Moussa Cisse, Alex Lomax and DJ Jeffries among others. Cisse had his fourth career double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds, Lomax led the team in scoring with 14 points and Jeffries seemingly got out of his shooting slump with 12 points.

After the discussion of the standout players from the game, the duo takes a look forward to Memphis' second game of the week against SMU and explains what they can do to defeat the Mustangs once again.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield discuss Memphis' massive 20-point win over Wichita State. The Shockers came into the game as the second best team in the AAC with a 4-1 conference record, but the Tigers dominated the game.

Memphis has struggled to finish games this season, so I'm sure there weren't many fans holding their breath when the Tigers went into the half with a six-point lead. With Wichita State shooting terribly in the first half, there were likely many who expected the Shockers to came out and run away with the game in the second half.

If that was you, then I can't really blame you. Memphis just blew a six-point halftime lead against Tulsa, but the Tigers came out in the second half and looked incredible.

It was the Tigers' best performance in a half since the first game of the season against Saint Mary's, and the GT247 crew explains what Penny Hardaway and the Tigers need to do to sustain this success moving forward.

Throughout the episode, the GT247 crew breaks down performances from Landers Nolley, Moussa Cisse, Alex Lomax and more.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield quickly recap the news of Jordan Nesbitt and his early enrollment at Memphis. Nesbitt is already on campus taking classes, and he will be eligible to practice and play for the remainder of the season.

Next, the duo recaps Memphis' one-point loss to Tulsa. Although the Tigers played well in the second half, they couldn't find a way to finish out the Golden Hurricane. Memphis finished the game with a season-high 21 turnovers, which was the biggest reason they couldn't win the game.

The GT247 crew explains how and why Memphis has had trouble finishing out games all season. Memphis has played in close games all year, but they seemingly can't find a way to win in the last 5-7 minutes of a game.

This has been a recurring issue for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers all season, and they will continue to struggle if they can't figure something out.

Finally, Fowler and Stubblefield take a look forward to Memphis' upcoming game against Wichita State. The Shockers have been surprisingly good this season despite firing head coach Gregg Marshall and losing multiple players to the transfer portal.

Wichita State currently sits at second in the American Athletic Conference as Tyson Etienne and Alterique Gilbert have led the way for the Shockers. With the way they've played this season, this will likely be another close back-and-forth game for the Tigers.

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Before breaking down the news, Fowler speaks with Nesbitt about his decision, and the four-star explains why it was best for him to go ahead and enroll at the university.

GT247 broke the news that Nesbitt has already enrolled for the spring semester at Memphis, and Fowler and Stubblefield give their biggest takeaways on his decision. Nesbitt committed to Memphis on October 1 and signed with the program on November 11.

It's fairly uncommon for a basketball player to enroll early, so the crew beaks down both the short and long-term effects this move may have on both the program and Nesbitt. Both Fowler and Stubblefield agree that this is a great move for both sides. 

Instead of spending another meaningless semester in high school, Nesbitt will instead be at Memphis preparing for the future. The No. 56 overall player in the 2021 class will be able to learn the system and get to know his new teammates and coaches on and off the floor.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses the Memphis-SMU postponement, which was the Tigers' third consecutive game to be pushed back. With the game against the Mustangs off, Memphis won't play their next game until Sunday against Tulsa which is 20 days from their last game.

Fowler, Stubblefield and Jordan break down the positives and negatives of the 20-day layoff, and they also explain how difficult this will make the rest of the season. The UCF game was rescheduled, but now Memphis, SMU, Temple and the AAC have to figure out how/when to reschedule the games.

Memphis' last scheduled game against Houston is in March, so they will have a month and a half to play the remaining 17 games on schedule. The trio breaks down how and why this can be problematic moving forward.

Next, Fowler and Stubblefield talk about former Tigers James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa. Wiseman has been a standout for the Golden State Warriors this season, and Achiuwa made his first start with the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

Achiuwa finished his first career start with a career high in minutes (36), points (17) and rebounds (13), and he showed that he can be a viable weapon for the defending Eastern Conference Champions moving forward.

Finally, Fowler and Jordan move on to Memphis football and discuss the transfers of Obinna Eze and T.J. Carter. They give their opinions on what the transfers mean, and they also explain who they believe could step up to fill their respective roles next season.

Before the episode wraps, Fowler and Jordan give the latest on Memphis wide receiver Calvin Austin.

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Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers got a massive one-point victory over South Florida earlier this week, and Fowler and Stubblefield break down the positives and the negatives from the conference win.

As far as positives go, the duo breaks down performances from Alex Lomax, Lester Quinones and DeAndre Williams. Lomax has been bad for the majority of the season, but he was the biggest reason Memphis escaped with a victory. 

Lomax was a massive presence on the defensive end of the floor, and Quinones and Williams combined for 19 points in the second half alone. The duo explains why these three players were so important and how important their energy and effort were during the game.

Another positive Fowler and Stubblefield took away from the game was Hardaway's decision to shorten the rotation late in the game. Instead of trying to play nine or 10 players, Hardaway only allowed seven players to touch the floor late in the game, which is another major reason the Tigers won the game.

Next, they begin discussing the negatives from the game, which center around the player of Landers Nolley and DJ Jeffries. Nolley hasn't been great offensively over the past several games, and he was nonexistent down the stretch against the Bulls.

Jeffries has also struggled over the past two games offensively, and the duo explains why they believe he hasn't been as effective on offense.

Finally, the GT247 crew gives their full synopsis from the 2020-2021 football season. Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers finished the year with an 8-3 record, and Memphis got their first bowl victory since the 2014 Miami Beach Bowl against BYU.

Fowler gives grades for Silverfield's first year as a head coach, the outlook for next season and more.

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With Brady White now gone, the addition of Gunnell is massive. Memphis was going to have a quarterback competition leading up to next season between former three-star prospect Keilon Brown and LSU transfer Peter Parrish, but Gunnell is now the best quarterback on roster.

There will certainly still be a competition because head coach Ryan Silverfield and offensive coordinator Kevin Johns aren't going to hand Gunnell the starting job, but he has to be the heavy favorite to be Memphis' signal caller when the 2021-2022 season begins.

Gunnell has the prototypical quarterback size at 6-foot-6, and he has a ton of arm talent and potential. In his limited number of starts with the Wildcats, he proved why he was a very highly touted prospect coming out of high school.

Fowler and Jordan discuss what it says about Silverfield and staff now that they've landed transfers from Arizona and Michigan State. With Gunnell and former Spartans Devontae Dobbs and Julian Barnett on board, the staff is proving that they can land elite transfers.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Jordan discuss the recent additions of Michigan State transfers Devontae Dobbs and Julian Barnett. Dobbs and Barnett are the two highest-ranked player to ever commit and sign with Memphis, and coach Ryan Silverfield was able to do that in a matter of hours.

Dobbs is a 6-foot-4, 304-pound offensive lineman and Barnett is a 6-foot-2 cornerback/wide receiver, and both players have the potential to make an immediate impact for the Tigers. Fowler and Jordan also go into detail about how much better Memphis has gotten thus far with the 2021 class and the two big time transfers.

Next, the GT247 crew previews the Montgomery Bowl between Memphis and Florida Atlantic. The Tigers and the Owls will play on December 23 at 6:00 p.m. CST, and Memphis will be looking for their first bowl win since the 2014 Miami Beach Bowl.

Throughout the preview of the game, Fowler, Jordan and Hansen break down why Memphis should win this game and what they need to do to ensure that they come back to Memphis victorious. This will be Brady White's last game in a Memphis uniform, so the players will likely give their all for him.

After all the positivity in the football discussion, the mood and tone of the podcast shifts very quickly when the subject moves to basketball. Penny Hardaway and the Tigers lost a game that they definitely should've won against Tulsa, and the loss was a microcosim of the season up to this point.

Memphis looked terrible offensively, and they made too many mistakes at the end of the game. The crew gives their thoughts on the loss, and they explain why they believe the Tigers are struggling so badly this year.

From the coaching to the players and every aspect in between, the GT247 crew gives their brutally honest opinions.

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To begin the episode, the crew recaps Memphis' six-point win over the Green Wave. Although the Tigers got off to a hot start, Tulane was able to come back and make it a one-point game before the half.

Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield give their biggest takeaways from the game, including the rotations, performances from bench players, DeAndre Williams' debut and more. In his first game as a Tiger, Williams was clearly a difference maker and likely would've had a massive stat line if he wasn't in foul trouble.

The trio gives their opinion on the type of impact the Evansville transfer can have on the team for the rest of the season. After the Williams discussion, the GT247 crew discusses Alex Lomax.

The junior guard has struggled for the majority of the season, and they explain what he's doing wrong and how Penny Hardaway can fix it. In Hansen's opinion, Hardaway needs to shorten the rotation.

There are too many players coming off the bench that aren't making an impact, so Hardaway has to keep his best players on the floor if this team is going to be successful.

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Memphis' highest rated commit – four-star Andrew Jones – signed, and they also received signatures from three-stars Tyrell Raby, Royce White and JP Martin among multiple others. It was a very successful day for the program as they secured most of what could potentially be the best class in school history.

Throughout the episode, Fowler and Jordan discuss three-star offensive lineman Makylan Pounders and what he brings to the team. At 6-foot-6 and 295 pounds, Pounders is a massive human being who could compete for a starting job from day one.

The duo also gives their opinion on which players will contribute most as freshmen and which players are the most underrated that signed on Wednesday.

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To begin the episode, the trio breaks down Memphis' loss against Auburn and explains what went wrong in that game. The Tigers' offense looked really good in the first half, but they couldn't get out of their own way after halftime.

Memphis missed multiple easy dunks and layups, and Auburn took advantage of the mistakes. Penny Hardaway said he is taking back the reins of Memphis' offense, and the GT247 theorizes exactly what that means.

With conference play beginning on Wednesday night, the crew explains what they want to see out of this team moving forward. They seem to have a lack of focus, which is something a team with this level of talent should never have.

The crew also talks about DeAndre Williams and what he will bring to the floor if he is ruled eligible prior to the Tulane game. The NCAA is supposed to be voting on a rule on Wednesday that would make all transfers immediate eligible, which would be big news for Memphis.

After the basketball discussion, the trio moves on to Memphis' 30-27 win over Houston on Saturday. Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers finished the regular season with a 7-3 record, and they will be playing in the Montgomery Bowl on December 23.

Fowler explains why this season was way more successful than most fans seem to think, and he also breaks down Memphis' All-AAC selections and discusses a major snub.

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To begin the episode, the crew recaps Memphis' win over Central Arkansas and gives their biggest takeaways from the game, including the play of DJ Jeffries, Alex Lomax and Jayden Hardaway among others.

After massive shooting struggles through the first four games of the year, Jeffries looked like himself again against UCA. Although it was against an inferior opponent, it's good for Jeffries to build his confidence before AAC play begins.

Through five games of his junior season, Lomax has struggled heavily, and the crew explains why he is struggling and how it can be fixed moving forward. Memphis is still looking for a consistent point guard, so it would be big for them if Lomax stepped up at some point this season.

During last week's episode, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield raved about Jayden Hardaway, and he had his best game of the season against the Bears. Hardaway looked confident, decisive and efficient, and he can definitely be a contributor for the Tigers this season.

Next, the topic shifts to football and Memphis' loss against Tulane in New Orleans. The Tigers have now lost two consecutive games in the Big Easy, but Fowler and Jordan explain why they are optimistic for the future.

Ryan Silverfield has underwent the most unlucky year for a first-year head coach, and he should be able to turn things around next year. Although Memphis has struggled this season, they are still 6-3 and will go to a bowl game if they accept a bid.

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Penny Hardaway and the Tigers defeated Arkansas State by 29 points on Wednesday night, and the GT247 crew breaks down the good, bad and indifferent from the win inside FedExForum.

Memphis' offense operated better as they finished the game with 21 assists, but the trio reiterates multiple times that it's hard to take too much away from this game because it was against such a bad opponent.

Throughout the episode, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield also talk about the inefficient shooting from sophomores DJ Jeffries and Lester Quinones. Jeffries has struggled shooting the ball in all four game, and – despite having a great all-around game on Wednesday – Quinones struggled to knock down open shots once again.

During the episode, the crew also breaks down performances from freshman Moussa Cisse, JUCO transfer Ahmad Rand – who played his first game with the team – and Jayden Hardaway. Cisse finished the game with 14 points and 10 rebounds, Rand looked like a potential difference maker on defense and on the boards and Hardaway proved that he is capable of making an impact this year.

The trio goes into depth on all three players and what their individual roles can look like on the team this season.

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To begin the episode, the crew recaps Memphis' performance in the Crossover Classic, and they explain what went wrong in losses against Western Kentucky and VCU. The Tigers looked incredible against a solid Saint Mary's team, but they looked like the 2019 version of the team in the final two games of the tournament.

Hansen, Fowler and Jordan explain what Memphis needs to do in their two games this week against Arkansas State and Central Arkansas to look like they did against the Gaels. Throughout the discussion, the crew talks about point guard play, Moussa Cisse, Landers Nolley and more.

After the basketball discussion, the topic switches to football and the 10-7 win over Navy on Saturday. For the first time in school history, Memphis defeated the Midshipmen in Annapolis, but it certainly wasn't a pretty win.

The Tigers struggled running the ball, and they were only able to put up 10 points in a game that they should've won by double digits. In the win, the defense had their best performance of the season which is an encouraging sign.

Jordan and Fowler break down the win over Navy, and they explain what they will be looking for from the Tigers moving forward. Following the win over Navy, Memphis will be in New Orleans, Louisiana this weekend to face Tulane.

When Memphis traveled to face Tulane in 2018 they suffered an embarrassing loss, and the GT247 crew explains what the Tigers need to do to knock off the Green Wave.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield explain why they believe the Tigers lost, including their struggles on the offensive end of the floor. Landers Nolley (25 points) and Boogie Ellis (14 points) were Memphis' only players with double digits in this game, and everyone else struggled on offense.

The GT247 crew explains why they think Memphis' offense was ineffective in this game, and they also broke down what they can do better on Friday. Defensively, the Tigers played well once again, but they couldn't handle former five-star prospect Charles Bassey.

Bassey dominated Memphis in the second half, and the team simply had no answer for him. Memphis was without Ahmad Rand (contact tracing), and they are still awaiting word on DeAndre Williams from the NCAA, and both of those players could've made a difference in this game.

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The Tigers and the Gaels met in the first game of the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic, and Memphis dominated the game. Although they started the game slow, Memphis controlled the game from the middle of the first half to the end of the game.

Despite only being 5-point favorites, Memphis clearly showed who the best team was on Wednesday. Sophomore guard Boogie Ellis lead all scorers with 24 points, and he finished the game 6-of-7 from three.

During the episode, the GT247 crew gives their instant takeaways from the game, and they also discuss performances from Ellis, Damion Baugh, DJ Jeffries, Moussa Cisse and more.

Although Jeffries and Virginia Tech transfer Landers Nolley didn't have great offensive games, Memphis was still able to win by double digits, which says a lot about this team. Jeffries and Nolley are expected to be the two best scorers on the team, but that doesn't mean Penny Hardaway and the staff don't have multiple players who can catch fire. 

With the win over Saint Mary's, the Tigers will be back in action at 11 a.m. CST on Thursday, and they will face the winner of Western Kentucky/Northern Iowa.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses Memphis' 2021 signees. Jordan Nesbitt, Josh Minott, John Camden and Sam Ayomide all signed with the Tigers in the Early Signing Period, which was a huge win for Penny Hardaway and the staff.

Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield explain how big of a deal it is that all four players signed early and what it means for the remainder of Memphis' 2021 class. They also break down that the players will face less distractions with their recruitments wrapped up.

Next, the trio moves on to the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic, which will take place next week. Memphis will begin the tournament against Saint Mary's, and it should still be a nice start to the season despite so many teams dropping out.

Throughout the discussion, the crew explains what they believe the lineups and rotation could look like. Hardaway is known for changing the lineups and rotations a lot early in the season, but he may not have the luxury to do that as much without scrimmage games before the tournament.

Finally, the trio breaks down landing spots for Memphis' 2020 NBA Draft prospects – James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa. Memphis hasn't had a player drafted since 2012, and they haven't had two players drafted in the first round since 2006.

Wednesday will be a massive draft night for the university, and the GT247 crew breaks down the best fits for both players.

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During last week's episode, the crew briefly discussed DeAndre Williams' waiver request, and they dive in much more detail in this episode. GT247 founder Brooks Hansen posted a VIP update this week on the NCAA waiver situation and how it affects Williams, so Fowler and Stubblefield break down that update.

Fowler and Stubblefield also discuss the role Williams could potentially play if he is deemed eligible by the NCAA. With his versatility and leadership, the duo believes he will be a major addition for Penny Hardaway and the staff.

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Following the discussion of Williams, the crew switches gears to football. Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers were demolished last weekend by Cincinnati, so Fowler and Stubblefield discuss the game against the Bearcats and what went wrong.

Next, they break down the rest of the seasons and attempt to set expectations for the 2020-2021 football season. Fowler compares this season to the 2018 season, which is when the Tigers lost for the second consecutive time against UCF in the AAC Championship Game.

Although Memphis finished the regular season 8-4, they won the AAC West, and it looked like they were going to win the conference championship early in the game against the Knights. With so much adversity surrounding this season and with a first-year coach in Silverfield, Fowler believes this season could look very similar.

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To begin the episode, the crew recaps Memphis' 12-point win over Temple and give their opinions on Memphis' performance in the game. Although the Tigers started the game slow, they scored 31 points in the second half to defeat the Owls.

Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield break down Brady White, the young receiving core and more from Saturday's win. Following the discussion of the Temple game, they switch their focus to this week's matchup against No. 7 Cincinnati.

The GT247 trio discusses what Memphis needs to do to get a major win over the Bearcats, and they break down how the Tigers matchup on the offensive and defensive side of the ball.

After the football discussion, Fowler and Hansen answer questions that were asked on the message boards this week. Throughout the Q&A, Fowler and Hansen answer questions about Memphis-Cincinnati, DeAndre Williams, 2022 basketball recruiting, Damonte Coxie and more.

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To begin the episode, Hansen discusses the scholarship situation in college sports and how it will affect the landscape of recruiting for the next 5 years. The NCAA passed a legislation stating that everyone has an extra year of eligibility, which will drastically impact recruiting for the next several years. 

Hansen explains why this is important for high school players and offers advice for the upcoming recruiting classes.

Next, the crew discusses five-star guard Skyy Clark and his recruitment. Clark is expected to announce his decision on Thursday, and the trio gives the latest on his recruitment.

Following the discussion of Clark, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield explain how Penny Hardaway and the staff have been so successful thus far in the 2021 class. They also give insight on what the rest of the class could potentially look like as far as numbers go.

After discussing basketball, the topic shifts to Ryan Silverfield and the football team. Although the Tigers defeated UCF last weekend, they are now without their number one wide receiver.

Damonte Coxie announced earlier this week that he is leaving the program to prepare for the 2021 NFL Draft, and the crew discusses the impact of this move. The GT247 team also breaks down how impressive the receivers were on Saturday and discuss which players have to step up moving forward.

Finally, the trio gives their predictions for what will happen on Saturday when the Tigers face Temple.

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Ayomide is the Tigers' fourth commitment for the 2021 class as he joins fellow commits John Camden, Josh Minott and Jordan Nesbitt. Memphis' class moves up eight spots to No. 3 overall with the addition of Ayomide.

The four-star center moved to the United States from Nigeria when he was 13, and he discusses how difficult that journey has been throughout the interview. Ayomide also discusses his relationship with the Camden family and how they've helped mold him into the player and person he is.

GT247 traveled to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania last week to film a commitment video and one-on-one interview with the big man, and we were very impressed with what we saw.

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Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff landed their fourth commitment for the 2021 class on Tuesday in Ayomide. With the addition of the big man, the Tigers' 2021 class is now up to No. 3 overall in the 247Sports Team Rankings.

Throughout the episode, the GT247 crew discusses their trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and what they learned about the type of player and person Ayomide is. The trio also breaks down what Ayomide will bring to the floor at Memphis.

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Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff were able to lock up their second commit in as many days, which has their 2021 class up to No. 9 in the 247Sports Team Rankings. With Nesbitt, John Camden and Josh Minott in the fold, Memphis' 2021 class is really starting to take shape.

Throughout the episode, the GT247 crew discusses what Nesbitt brings to Memphis, how he fits with the Tigers' current commits and where he could end up in the rankings. The crew also explains why they are excited to see Nesbitt on the floor in Memphis.

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With his size and shooting ability, Camden can space the floor, but he is also a versatile defender and finisher. Throughout the interview, Camden discusses why he chose Memphis and how it is the perfect fit for him.

The Memphis commit also talks about his relationship with Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and assistant coach Cody Toppert. Camden also adds that he has been talking to four-star Jordan Nesbitt – who is set to make a decision on Thursday.

Camden's commitment brings Memphis up to the No. 26 overall class for 2021.

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Penny Hardaway and the staff were able to lock up Camden's commitment on Wednesday, which was a big get for the Tigers. Memphis has prioritized the forward for some time now, and he is a perfect match with fellow commit Josh Minott.

Throughout the episode, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield discuss what Camden means to the '21 class and what type of impact he could potentially make. They also discuss his ranking in the '21 class and what they expect to happen now that he is committed to the Tigers.

Memphis' '21 class is now up to No. 26 overall in the 247Sports Team Rankings, and the Tigers have another top priority – four-star Jordan Nesbitt – announcing on Thursday.

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To begin the episode, the crew explains that they will do a hypothetical episode on Memphis' 2021 recruiting class. With no football for at least another week, the trio takes an opportunity to talk all things 2021 Memphis basketball recruiting.

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff have already landed one '21 commit in four-star Josh Minott, but the GT247 crew poses the question 'how good can the 2021 class be?'

With Minott already on board, the Tigers are off to a great start, but the class could very well end up being a top five – or even a top three – class.

The Tigers top targets for 2021 are Sam Ayomide, Jordan Nesbitt, and John Camden. Hardaway and the staff have prioritized those players for some time now, and they are among the top schools for all three.

Nesbitt is scheduled to make a commitment on his birthday – October 1 – and Ayomide and Camden could certainly make their college decisions before 2022.

There is also a class of 2022 player that could reclass to '21 that Memphis has a very good shot at landing – five-star Skyy Clark. Memphis recently made up a ton of ground with the five-star, and he is set to announce a commitment on October 22.

Although there is a ton of competition for Clark, Memphis is in a good spot. If Memphis HYPOTHETICALLY lands those four prospects to go along with Minott, they would almost certainly finish with a top three to five class.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses the state of the Memphis football program following all football activities being paused and the Houston game being postponed. Fowler and Hansen give their opinions on how missing the Houston game affects the rest of the season.

Instead of playing a conference opener early in the season, Memphis will now play on the road against an inferior opponent – UTSA – next week. Following the game against the Roadrunners, Memphis will play their conference opener on the road against SMU.

The postponement of the Houston game gives Memphis another week to work out the kinks and shake off the rust, which could be a positive moving forward.

After the football discussion, the trio moves on to basketball recruiting. In the past few days, four-star Dallan "Deebo" Coleman included the Tigers in his top 11, and fellow four-star Jordan Nesbitt announced he will be making his commitment on October 1.

Hansen explains which player Memphis may be prioritizing more at this time, and he also hints at where Memphis is in Nesbitt's recruitment. During the recruiting discussion, the crew also talks about Memphis priority Sam Ayomide, and they also hit on Carter Whitt – who is picking up Crystal Balls to Nebraska.

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The crew begins the episode by recapping Memphis' Week 1 win over Arkansas State. In the discussion, the trio discusses Brady White's four touchdown performance, Rodrigues Clark's first career 100-yard game and Sean Dykes' breakout game.

Memphis' offense looked explosive – even without Kenny Gainwell – which is a good sign after limited time to prepare.

Throughout the football talk, the GT247 crew also gives their opinions on the new defense under Mike MacIntyre. They break down some of the top performers – JJ Russell, Xavier Cullens and Quindell Johnson – and talk about some improvements they expect to see moving forward.

Next, the crew talks about the AAC coaches' proposal that every team should make the tournament this season. Hansen and Stubblefield explain what they expect to happen with the proposal and why they disagree with it.

Finally, the trio explains the new NCAA coaching rule and how it will affect Memphis once Penny Hardaway makes his coaching hires. With the new rule, more coaches will be allowed to be on the floor, which the crew believes will only help the players moving forward.

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To begin the episode, the crew previews Memphis' first game of the season against Arkansas State. The Tigers' first game of the season is four days away, and Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield explain how excited they are that the season is actually about to start.

There were – and still are – many question marks surrounding the 2020-2021 season, but it appears as if it's really going to happen. Fowler explains what he's looking forward to the most on Saturday and how he feels the defense will perform under Mike MacIntyre.

Next, the crew discusses Kenny Gainwell and what the backfield rotation could potentially look like this season. Many people close to the program expect sophomore running back Rodrigues Clark to have a breakout season, and he will have a chance to prove himself on Saturday.

Following the football talk, Hansen drops a VIP nugget regarding the NCAA's name, image and likeness legislation. Hansen explains a very interesting factor in the new legislation, and the crew breaks down what it means.

After discussing name, image and likeness, the trio moves on top Virginia Tech transfer Landers Nolley. Over the weekend, the NCAA granted Nolley's eligibility, which is absolutely huge for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers.

Nolley was one of the top transfers in the country, and Memphis now knows that he will be available. The crew discusses what lineups could now look like with Nolley officially on board.

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In his redshirt freshman season, Gainwell piled up 2,069 scrimmage yards and 16 total touchdowns. Throughout the year, Gainwell proved that he was arguably the best dual threat back in the country, and he was named a second team All-American by the Associated Press last week.

During the episode, the crew discusses the news and which players will now have to step up with Gainwell gone. Rodrigues Clark, Asa Martin and Kylan Watkins are among the players that will have an expanded role this season.

Memphis' season opener against Arkansas State is less than a week away, which will give the staff little time to figure out what they are going to do in the backfield. Fortunately for Memphis, Clark has been a major standout since fall practice started.

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To begin the episode, the crew briefly discusses the NBA's cancellation of playoff games. Next, they talk about the outrage from Memphis fans due to seating being 12 feet apart for the 2020-2021 season.

There have been a lot of fans on social media explaining their frustrations that fans have to sit 12 feet apart rather than six, and the crew gives their opinion.

Following the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium seating discussion, the GT247 crew moves on to how the local media handled the Collierville High School football situation last week. Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield explain why they were a bit baffled by the media's decision to rip CHS for not allowing media at last Friday night's game.

Next, the trio discusses four-star class of 2021 Memphis commit Josh Minott. Hansen and Stubblefield were in Atlanta, Georgia over the weekend to watch Minott play in an AAU tournament.

Minott's CP25 squad one their opening game and lost their second, and Hansen and Stubblefield give their takeaways from watching Minott play live for the first time.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses CBS Sports college basketball writer Jon Rothstein's American Athletic Conference preview. In his preview, Rothstein gave his power rankings for the conference, and Memphis was No. 3 behind Houston and SMU.

The trio gives their opinions on the rankings, and they make the case for where Memphis should be ranked. With DJ Jeffries, Boogie Ellis and Lester Quinones back, five-star Moussa Cisse and JUCO forward Ahmad Rand and potentially getting Landers Nolley and/or DeAndre Williams, the GT247 crew certainly thinks Memphis should be higher.

This conversation leads into a discussion on why local media should be trusted more about a specific team than national media. The national media typically doesn't have all the information necessary to rank every team, but national media knows a ton about the specific team they cover.

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For example, Memphis wasn't ranked as a top 25 football this season until the Big Ten and Pac-12 cancelled the season, but they certainly have a top 25 team on paper. 

Next, the crew breaks down what it means for the class of 2021 that they don't have to have SAT/ACT scores to qualify. The NCAA will qualify players based off of their GPA alone, which is a component that the GT247 trio is a big fan of.

Following the basketball discussion, the crew discusses what it means for Memphis now that the UT Martin game is off the schedule. Fowler gives his opinion on whether or not Memphis will try to schedule another game or stay at 10 for the season.

Finally, Hansen drops some VIP nuggets about four-star Jordan Nesbitt, Memphis commit Josh Minott and more.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses the recent occurrences in the college football world. Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield discuss the Big Ten and Pac-12's decision to cancel/postpone the 2020-2021 season and how it affects other conferences.

Fortunately for the AAC and other conferences still pushing to play, the Big 12 decided on Tuesday night that they are still going to pursue a season. This occurred after the GT247 recorded the podcast, but it should make fans feel better about the potential for a season.

The trio also discusses what type of impact it could have financially and on some of the Tigers' star players if the season is cancelled or moved to the spring. What would that mean for Brady White, Damonte Coxie and Kenny Gainwell?

Following the football discussion, the crew comes back with a TON of basketball recruiting news and VIP updates. They begin discussing Josh Minott's commitment and how Fowler and Stubblefield stayed up until nearly 4 a.m. Saturday morning to bring the best and most in-depth coverage as possible on his decision.

Next, they begin discussing Memphis target Sam Ayomide – who Fowler recently did a VIP article on. Fowler explains some of what he and Ayomide talked about, and the crew gives their player comparison for the 6-foot-11 center.

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff are also heavily recruiting four-stars Jordan Nesbitt and John Camden, and the crew breaks down their recruitment and where Memphis currently sits. They also discuss both players and what they could potentially bring if they committed to Memphis.

Finally, the crew discusses four-star James Graham – who is set to announce his commitment on August 17. Hansen gives the latest on his recruitment and which schools still have a chance at landing him.

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Minott is the Tigers first commit of the class, and he is certainly a great player to start off with. Despite being 6-foot-9, Minott is a great ball handler and has very high basketball IQ, and he has a tremendously high ceiling in college.

Throughout the interview, Minott tells Fowler why he committed to Memphis and what type of player he can potentially be at the next level. Minott also talks about his relationship with Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and assistant coach Cody Toppert.

Since Memphis started recruiting him, Minott said Toppert has shown him the analytics Memphis uses, and the four-star was very impressed. Minott told GT247 that Memphis is run like an NBA program, which is a big reason why he chose the Tigers.

With Minott's commitment, Memphis' 2021 class now sits at No. 45 overall in 247Sports' Team Rankings.

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Penny Hardaway and the staff have made Minott a priority for some time now, which paid off in the form of their first 2021 commit. Minott finally received a ranking from 247Sports on Thursday, and he is now ranked as the No. 100 overall player in the class.

Throughout the episode, Fowler and Hansen explain what Minott brings to the table as a player. With his size and versatility, Minott perfectly fits the mold for what Hardaway looks for in his players.

Minott has good size at 6-foot-9, but it's his ability to handle the ball and play multiple positions that sets him apart. The four-star can play the two through the four at the next level, and he will fit in perfectly in Hardaway's system.

The St. Andrew's School forward can score from all three levels, and he is also an unselfish player. GT247 was the first to tell Memphis fans about Minott, and the entire crew believes he will end up being a top 50 player in the class.

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Throughout the interview, Parrish talks about why he chose Memphis and why he can't wait to get on campus and begin competing with the current quarterbacks on roster. 

Coming out of high school, Parrish was the No. 11 overall dual-threat quarterback, but he explains why he can't why to show people how good he is as a complete quarterback. Parrish is a dangerous passer and runner, which will give offensive coordinator Kevin Johns plenty of options.

Parrish will sit behind Brady White this season, and he told GT247 that he can't wait to learn from the Tigers quarterback. In the interview, Parrish also talks about what he learned at LSU and how it can give him an advantage throughout his career at Memphis.

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Parrish spent one season at LSU before transferring, and he has the potential to be a major difference maker at Memphis. With one year of eligibility left for Brady White, Parrish will likely heavily compete for the starting job heading into the 2021-2022 season.

Although he split time in high school, Parrish had over 2,200 all-purpose yards his senior season, and he also had 12 passing touchdowns with only one interception. Parrish is an equally dangerous runner and passer, which will allow the coaching staff to be very creative in their play calling.

Although he hasn't played much yet, Parrish learned under Joe Burrow and Joe Brady at LSU, and he will get to spend a season under White learning the playbook and building chemistry with the receivers.

If he continues to grow and develop before the start of next season, Parrish could be in for a breakout year. With his passing and rushing ability, Parrish could be one of the best quarterbacks in the AAC very soon.

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To begin the episode, the crew discusses the news that broke Wednesday regarding the AAC's schedule. The AAC announced that teams can play eight conference games and four non-conference games, and Memphis athletic director Laird Veatch released Memphis' schedule a few hours later.

Memphis is keeping an 11-game schedule following the announcement that the Big Ten is going to conference only which took Purdue off the schedule. The season is still slated to start on time, which is great news for fans around the country.

The GT247 trio discusses their personal excitement that the season is coming around, and they also talk about their expectations for the football season. With many returning starters on both sides of the ball, Memphis is still at a bit of an advantage despite not having spring or summer football.

Next, the crew turns their attention to the 2020 NBA Draft. Former Memphis center James Wiseman has posted multiple videos of his workouts recently, and the crew discusses what his potential can be at the next level.

Despite only playing three games at the college level, Wiseman has skills at 7-foot-1 that are extremely rare. The trio envisions what it could potentially look like if Wiseman went to the Golden State Warriors.

Following the discussion on Wiseman, the crew turns their attention to Precious Achiuwa. The 6-foot-9 forward was the AAC Rookie of the Year, and he has the potential to be a very good player at the next level.

Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield give their opinion on what he can be at the next level and if he could potentially be a standout playing small ball five.

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To begin the episode, Hansen discusses CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein and the NCAA transfer waivers. Hansen explains how Rothstein sided with college coaches who didn't want all transfers to be immediately eligible and how Rothstein recently contradicted himself on Twitter.

This conversation leads to a discussion from the trio about Landers Nolley and DeAndre Williams and how they should both be deemed eligible for the 2020-2021 season. Nolley and Williams both have very solid cases to be eligible, and the GT247 crew discusses how Memphis fans would react if one – or both – of the players are deemed ineligible by the NCAA.

Next, the crew talks about Memphis and the NCAA, and they debate if the national media and NCAA are actually out to get Memphis or not.

After the transfer waiver discussion, the trio breaks down former NBA scout Matt McKay Jr's analysis of Moussa Cisse. Following this topic, the crew gets into comparisons for players.

Hansen and Stubblefield explain why they enjoy player comparisons and how they can be useful tools to gauge a player's potential. Stubblefield discusses his comparison for Cisse, and he also explains how difficult it is to come up with a comparison for James Wiseman.

Following the basketball discussion, the crew switches gears to football. The ACC announced their schedule on Wednesday, and they are playing a conference only schedule and every team is also playing Notre Dame to make a full 11-game schedule.

Fowler explains how he believes the AAC will do something similar. This leads to a discussion for what the 2020-2021 football season could look like and some of the hurdles involved.

Finally, the crew discusses 247Sports' list of top 50 players. Although there were five running backs on the list, Kenny Gainwell was left off. Fowler gives his argument for why Gainwell should be on the list, and Hansen makes a case for Brady White making the list as well.

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To begin the episode, the crew talks about Memphis' newest commit – five-star class of 2022 guard Arterio Morris. The No. 24 overall player in the class committed to Memphis on Tuesday, and the GT247 trio breaks down what he brings to the table and which former NBA All-Star comparison they came up with for him.

Next, the guys talk about more recent Memphis basketball recruiting developments. Class of 2021 forward Josh Minott included Memphis in his top five on Wednesday, and highly sought after 2023 guard Mikey Williams included the Tigers in his top 10.

With two five-star commitments in as many weeks and multiple high level players including Memphis among their top schools, Hansen sets the record straight on Penny Hardaway and his recruiting efforts.

There has been a false storyline surrounding the recruiting of Hardaway and the staff over the past several months, and the crew discusses what the actual narrative should be surrounding Tigers basketball recruiting.

Hardaway and assistant coaches Cody Toppert and Tony Madlock have figured out a very good system with their recruiting, and it has clearly paid off over the past few weeks.

The crew then discusses the Memphis football program. College football writer Phil Steele included the Tigers among his top 25 teams earlier this week, and Fowler explains why he believes other college football analysts aren't as high on Memphis as Steele is.

Finally, Fowler offers an update on Ryan Silverfield's 2021 class and what to expect leading up to the early signing period in December.

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To begin the show, Hansen introduces GT247's newest intern – Marquette "Hollywood" Walker. The crew teased Walker's introduction last week, and the newest member of the team tells a little about his background to open the episode.

Next, the crew talks about five-star center Moussa Cisse and his commitment to Memphis. Cisse has been the main topic of conversation on the podcast over the past serval weeks, and the guys discuss what his impact could be for the Tigers next season.

After talking about Cisse, they move on to the roster and what it could look like next season. With Cisse, DJ Jeffries, Lester Quinones and Boogie Ellis among others, Penny Hardaway's roster is really starting to take shape.

Following the basketball discussion, the crew welcomes former Memphis wide receiver Joe Craig – who joins the podcast to talk about the announcement that Memphis will wear a 'Black Lives Matter' sticker on their helmet next season. Craig gives his opinion as a former player, and he also discusses certain reactions to the announcement.

Finally, Fowler and Hansen give a big shoutout and thank you to all the VIP members who showed love throughout the week.

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To start things off, Fowler and Stubblefield look at what the five-star brings to the floor for Memphis. At 6-foot-10 with long arms, Cisse is a great athlete, and he excels on both ends of the floor.

Hansen has had his Crystal Ball Prediction set for Cisse since late November, and he explains how and why he kept it there for so long. Although there were many people who believed LSU was the choice, Hansen never wavered.

Next, Fowler gives his opinion on what Cisse's commitment means for Memphis and how he can help the team immediately next season. With a front court that already includes Lance Thomas, Malcolm Dandridge and Isaiah Stokes and will bring in Ahmad Rand, Cisse should be the focal point of the group.

Fortunately for Memphis, they already have quality players at the power forward and center spot to surround Cisse. 

Finally, the duo discusses what the possible lineup combinations could look like with Cisse in the fold, which is very interesting to think about.

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To begin the episode, the crew breaks down the news of three-star wide receiver Cameron Wright committing to Memphis. Fowler takes a look at what type of player Wright is and what he adds to an already stacked class.

Wright has offers from Ole Miss and UCF among others, and he has also recently drawn a lot of interest from Kentucky. Despite the competition, Memphis was able to get his commitment on Wednesday.

Next, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield give their opinion on the 2020-2021 college basketball and football seasons. The trio gives their individual takes on what the season could look like and the biggest potential hurdles.

After the football discussion, the GT247 crew talks about the recent Crystal Ball flips from LSU to Memphis for five-star Moussa Cisse. The only two Crystal Ball Predictions for Memphis before the 4th of July were from Fowler and Hansen, but Memphis now has 81.8 percent of the predictions.

Hansen explains why he has kept his Crystal Ball for Memphis since late November, and the crew also has a conversation on how difficult gaining information and getting scoops actually is. 

Next, Hansen gives his insight on Penny Hardaway's coaching search. Although he doesn't name specific candidates, Hansen gives a timetable for when Hardaway could hire a new assistant coach.

Finally, the trio talks about some of Memphis' newest 2021 basketball offers, including four-star James Graham and fast-rising Josh Minott.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Hansen recap Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the staff's recent recruiting success. This discussion leads to some debate on the difference between local and out-of-state recruits.

Although it isn't a big deal for the football program, there are many fans and people around the basketball program that want Penny Hardaway and his staff to go after primarily local recruits. Fowler and Hansen heavily discuss this topic and hash out why they believe this is a sentiment around the city.

Throughout their discussion, Fowler and Hansen explain why they think it isn't a big deal if Hardaway secures commitments from local players or not.

Next, the duo breaks down some of Memphis' out-of-state targets for 2021, and they compare them to the local players. During the discussion, the duo talks about five-star Kennedy Chandler and four-stars Johnathan Lawson and John Camden and rising center Sam Ayomide.

To end the episode, Fowler and Hansen break down what the 2020-2021 season could look like for Memphis. They break down nearly every player on the roster – and incoming players – and give their opinions on what their impact could be next season.

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To begin the episode, the trio gives their thoughts and opinions on George Floyd, racial injustice and inequality. The GT247 crew has been relatively quiet on the topic, but they all give their thoughts to start the show.

After that, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield talk about Mike Miller leaving Memphis' staff. Miller stepped down as an assistant coach last week, and Hansen briefly breaks it down. Although they discuss it some, Hansen goes into very specific detail in this week's VIP podcast.

Next, the trio talks about five-star center Moussa Cisse. Although he was expected to make an announcement last week, Cisse pushed back his commitment.

Fowler and Stubblefield were able to watch Cisse and four-star point guard and Memphis target Carter Whitt on Tuesday, so they break down what they saw in each player.

Following the discussion on Cisse and Whitt, the trio breaks down Memphis' two newest offers. On Tuesday night, Penny Hardaway and the staff offered five-stars Jalen Duren and Justice Williams.

Duren and Williams are former teammates, and the former in the No. 2 overall player in the 2022 class while the latter is the No. 24 overall prospect. Hansen discusses their games and explains briefly what they could look like at the next level.

Finally, Fowler briefly discusses football recruiting and what fans can expect next in the 2021 class.

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All four of the coaches have ties to the city of Memphis, and they give their opinions on multiple hot button issues in college basketball at the time. The episode begins with COVID-19 discussion, and the coaches explain what they've been doing during this time to prepare themselves and their players.

The four coaches at various points in their respective careers explain how they've handled this time period and explain how this time has given them a renewed sense of urgency.

Throughout the episode, the coaches share stories about their playing days, their coaching careers and more.

Stoudamire shares stories about his days at Arizona as a player and coach, and he also tells about playing against Michael Jordan during his rookie season in the NBA.

Luckett – who played at Memphis before coming a coach at Christian Brothers – talks about coaching at the high school level and the things that have changed in his 30 years as a head coach.

Draper and Laird both talk about their roles as assistant coaches, and they explain some of the qualities they need to work on and develop to become head coaches at some point in their careers.

All this and more is discussed in the inaugural episode of Coach's Corner, so don't miss out on this incredibly unique discussion between four coaches in different roles and at different levels in the game of basketball.

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Instead of a typical episode, the GT247 crew answers all the questions from the board over the week. You guys asked a ton of questions about five-star Moussa Cisse, four-star Johnathan Lawson, Georgetown transfer Mac McClung and Memphis' newest signees – DeAndre Williams and Landers Nolley.

Throughout the podcast, Hansen and Fowler answer questions about the topics mentioned above. The GT247 crew gives the latest on what could happen with Memphis' 2020 scholarship situation and a few players to keep and eye on in 2021.

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff have recently been involved with Lawson, and Hansen breaks down what that means for the Tigers. There are also still a ton of eyes on Cisse, and the GT247 crew explains what could happen over the next month or so with his recruitment.

The news Wass broken on Wednesday that the NCAA won't vote on a one-time transfer rule until next year, and the trio gives their candid opinion on the decision. They also discuss the possibility of Nolley and Williams being eligible next season and what to expect if they are ruled ineligible.

Fowler also answers some questions about the 2020-2021 football season and what the players have been doing to stay in shape while being away from the facilities.

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Williams decision came down between Arkansas, Baylor, Kentucky and Memphis, and Hardaway ultimately sealed the deal on the Evansville transfer.

Throughout the interview, Williams and Roy both explain how hard Hardaway came after Williams, which led to his commitment. Hardaway held three Zoom meeting this week with Williams and his family, and the Tigers coach proved how much he wanted Williams.

Roy tells Fowler how much it meant to Williams and his family that Hardaway went the extra mile to get his commitment. Hardaway was extremely proactive, and he checked all the boxes for Williams and his family.

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To begin the episode, Hansen discusses Williams' wild recruitment. There were rumors circulating that Kentucky was leading for Williams, but then Penny Hardaway turned the heat up.

After Memphis gained momentum, rumors began swirling that Kentucky had backed out, which isn't true. Hansen explains how the transfer ended up with the Tigers over the Wildcats.

Next, Fowler and Hansen break down the type of player Williams is and how he can contribute at Memphis whenever he is eligible. With his size, passing ability and shooting skills, the GT247 duo believes he can be a major contributor at Memphis.

Finally, the GT247 crew explains the process Williams will have to go through to gain eligibility if the transfer rule doesn't pass on May 20.

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Throughout the interview, Conor discusses being recruited by Memphis, his prior relationship with assistant coach Cody Toppert, his excitement about facing off against top competition and much more.

Conor's father – Mike – is a skills trainer and AAU coach in Chicago, and Mike tells GT247 about his skills training and the role he played in molding Conor. Mike also discusses how he helped Conor with the recruiting process, which is what ultimately linked him with Memphis.

During the interview, Conor explains how big of an advantage it was to have someone with knowledge of the game by his side throughout his career. Conor and Mike watched the Tigers play against Houston last season, and they both recap what they thought of the game and Penny Hardaway's system.

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To begin the episode, the trio discusses the rumors surrounding DJ Jeffries, and they quickly put the speculation to rest. Many fans began panicking when Jeffries made a post on Snapchat earlier this week, but the GT247 crew explains that there is no reason to worry.

After the discussion on Jeffries, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield discuss Memphis' new indoor practice facility. University of Memphis President M. David Rudd posted a picture of the facility on Twitter, and it looked even better than expected to the GT247 trio.

Following the talk about the practice facility and how much the program has risen in recent years, the GT247 crew breaks down some of their favorite players in the 2021 class that Memphis is recruiting.

Throughout the discussion, Fowler, Hansen and Stubblefield break down five-stars Chet Holmgren, JD Davison, Harrison Ingram, Moussa Diabate and more. The trio gives a scouting report on multiple players, and they also discuss some very interesting player comparisons for the Tigers' targets.

On Tuesday, it was announced that there will be no summer AAU basketball or camps, and the GT247 crew explains how detrimental it can be to college basketball and the players in the '21 class.

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To begin the episode, Fowler breaks down three-star defensive back Greg Rubin's commitment to Memphis and his potential with the Tigers. Memphis' class moved up nine spots to No. 62 in the 247Sports Team Rankings with the addition of Rubin.

At 6-foot and 180 pounds, Rubin has great size and Fowler gives all the details on what type of player he thinks Rubin could be for the Tigers.

Following the conversation on Rubin, the GT247 crew gives their opinions on Tyler Harris' transfer and why he chose to leave Memphis. Harris has since landed at Iowa State, and the crew breaks down what his departure means for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers.

Next, the trio discusses Landers Nolley and the latest on what the NCAA is saying about making all transfers immediately eligible. The crew breaks it all down and let Memphis fans know what it means, even though nothing will be final until the ruling on May 20.

After discussing what the NCAA could potentially do, Hansen, Fowler and Stubblefield break down what Memphis could potentially do to close out the 2020 class if Nolley is ultimately ruled ineligible.

Finally, Hansen gives some inside information on what he's hearing about the 2020-2021 basketball season and what it could potentially look like.

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Throughout the interview, Achiuwa discusses his freshman season at Memphis, the NBA Draft and much much more. Achiuwa walks Fowler through some of the biggest moments of his career and the disappointment he felt when the American Athletic Conference Tournament was cancelled.

Achiuwa averaged a double-double last season, and he was also named the AAC Player of the Year and the AAC Rookie of the Year. The 6-foot-9 forward has been projected to go as high as No. 9 overall in mock drafts.

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On Saturday, Nolley chose the Tigers over Georgia and Ole Miss, which was a huge win for Penny Hardaway and Memphis' staff. Nolley is one of the top transfers in the country, and he could still potentially be eligible next season.

The NCAA will have a vote on May 30 to see if ALL incoming transfers are eligible next year, and Memphis' staff is obviously going to have their fingers cross that it passes.

At 6-foot-7, Nolley has great size and versatility, and he perfectly fits what Hardaway wants in the back court at Memphis.

Coming out of high school, Nolley was the No. 67 overall recruit and the No. 15 overall small forward.

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Fowler and Hansen recorded the podcast on April 15, and discussed what happened behind the scenes with Jalen Green's recruitment. Green basically had an offer he couldn't turn down, and the GT247 crew explains it all here.

How did Sam Mitchell still play into Green's decision and what's the latest on Memphis assistant Mike Miller? You'll have to listen to find out.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Hansen discuss the impact that COVID-19 is having on college sports. Specifically, they discuss the spring evaluation period being compromised, and the fact that the dead period has been extended to May 31.

Fowler and Hansen discuss all the possible ways this could affect schools, coaches and players, including that this could lead to a lot of misevaluations of players. A lot of players are discovered at this time of year, but that has all changed now.

Next, the duo goes through some of the transfers that Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff are after the hardest and what happened to some of the transfers the Tigers missed out on.

After discussing transfers, they move on to the two high school recruits that will make their announcements in the coming weeks – five-stars Jalen Green and Greg Brown. Green will be making his announcement on April 17 and Brown will make his on April 24, so Fowler and Hansen discuss the latest in both players' recruitments.

The duo breaks down how big the next two weeks are for Memphis, and they also explain what it could look like if Memphis lands one or both of the five-stars.

Following the discussion on Green and Brown, they move on to James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa and break down how big it will be if Achiuwa and Wiseman are both top-10 picks. Finally, they talk about Antonio Gibson and Patrick Taylor and where they could land in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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Although Rand is unranked by 247Sports, he has offers from Georgia, Memphis, Oregon State and Wichita State. Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff offered Rand back on February 24.

Last season at USC Salk, Rand averaged 8.9 points per game, nine rebounds per game, and he led the NJCAA in blocks for the second consecutive season. Rand plays above the rim on both ends of the floor, and he is an elite athlete.

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Throughout the episode, Toppert goes in-depth on how this situation affects Memphis going forward with recruiting and the team itself.

With the youngest team in the country last season, Toppert explains how it will help Memphis going into the 2020-2021 season. Memphis had multiple freshmen start and play significant minutes, and the Tigers assistant coach explains how that experience benefits the team.

Toppert will be speaking about player development and progressive offense in a virtual coaches clinic on Thursday March 19. With the COVID-19 virus, everything will be handled online to ensure safety for everyone involved.

Along with multiple other coaches, Toppert will be speaking about the previously mentioned topics, and you can secure a spot HERE.

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Proegler has been in Memphis since October, and he has developed a close relationship with the city, the team and the coaching staff.

Throughout the episode, Fowler and Proegler discuss how Hank and Booth were selected to direct and produce the documentary, how challenging filming has been with the season Memphis had and much more.

With Proegler's insight, he gives a real behind the scenes look of what Memphis' rollercoaster of a season has looked like and how they've handled it as far as filming goes. Fowler and Proegler discuss Penny Hardaway's relationship with the players, the James Wiseman debacle and multiple players' personalities.

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On Thursday morning, it was announced that the American Athletic Conference Tournament – along with the rest of the conferences – was cancelled. Memphis was scheduled to play ECU tonight, but the Tigers season is likely now over.

The majority of the spring sports world has been either cancelled or postponed over the past 24 hours, and the NCAA Tournament and spring football activities are likely the next two dominos to fall.

During the recording of the podcast, Duke and Kansas both formally withdrew from the NCAA Tournament, and the SEC also postponed spring football activities and halted recruiting.

Fowler and Stubblefield discuss the impact of everything that's happened recently, and they also explain what they believe the long term effects could be.

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Despite dealing with an injury for the better part of the 2019-2020 season, Taylor went through drills at the NFL Combine, and his numbers were very impressive. Although Taylor is a bigger back, he had a better 40-yard dash time than many expected, and he also showed that he has soft hands out of the backfield.

With the NFL Combine now behind him, Taylor is focused on the NFL Draft, and he is hoping to hear his name called at some point.

Throughout the interview, Fowler and Taylor discuss the running back's illustrious collegiate career, his mindset heading into the NFL Draft, how he overcame his injury last year and much more.

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Ingram came on an unofficial visit to Memphis last summer, but this was his first time watching the team inside the FedExForum.

Throughout the interview, Fowler and Ingram discuss the visit, Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the staff and the Tigers recruiting pitch for Ingram among other topics.

Other than his visit to Memphis, Ingram has also recently taken unofficial visits to North Carolina and Purdue, and he discusses those visits and how being recruited by those schools is different from Memphis.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield recap the Tigers loss from Tuesday night against SMU, and they give their opinions on the game, the officiating and more.

Following the recap of the game, the duo discusses what's next for Memphis and the growth they've seen from multiple players throughout the season.

Next, Fowler is joined by 247Sports Director of Basketball Recruiting Evan Daniels to discuss an article he wrote earlier this week with Josh Gershon regarding their top NBA prospects.

Former Memphis center James Wiseman checked in at No. 2 on the big board, and freshman forward Precious Achiuwa was ranked at No. 16 on the list. Daniels details why the two players were ranked in this position and what he sees them being at the next level.

Fowler and Daniels discuss Achiuwa' monster freshman season and how he has impressed on multiple levels. 

Finally, Fowler and Stubblefield give their thoughts on Daniels' opinions.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Hansen break down Memphis' last three games. The Tigers have lost three consecutive contests, and the duo explains why and addresses the panic within the fanbase. 

The GT247 crew explains why fans shouldn't be in a full blown panic despite the Tigers being 17-8 overall and 6-6 in the American Athletic Conference.

It's been an up and down season to say the least, but Fowler and Hansen give multiple reasons why it's not time to give up on the program.

Next, Hansen discusses the recruiting and what Penny Hardaway need in the 2020 class. Memphis currently doesn't have any commits for the 2020 class, but they are still among the top schools for five-star prospects Greg Brown and Jalen Green.

Following the discussion on basketball, Fowler and Hansen explain the impressive hire of former Baylor co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas. Memphis hired Thomas on Monday as a senior offensive analyst, and he has a very impressive resume.

Finally, the duo discusses Memphis coming in at No. 57 in ESPN's preseason Football Power Index (FPI).

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Stubblefield recap Memphis' seven-point win over UConn. The duo both point to reasons why the Tigers were able to pull out the win, including Lance Thomas' second consecutive double-digit game.

After the discussion of UConn, the GT247 crew discusses how Memphis can overcome the loss of DJ Jeffries. The freshman forward will be out 4-6 weeks with a PCL injury, and Fowler goes in-depth on who he believes must step up in Jeffries' absence.

Next, Fowler and Stubblefield take a look forward to the Tigers upcoming games inside the FedExForum. Memphis will host Temple and USF this week, and they are both must-win conference games.

With a 16-5 overall record and a 5-3 record in the AAC, Fowler and Stubblefield explain why the next two games are so important for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers.

Finally, the duo previews Wednesday's National Signing Day. Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers staff signed 14 players in the Early Signing Period, so the signees will be much smaller on Wednesday.

Three-star linebacker Davian Mayo and JUCO defensive lineman Maurice White committed to Memphis on Sunday, and they are both expected to sign on Wednesday.

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While back home in California for the holidays, White told GT247 that he spoke at-length with his family and those he trusts most to help him make the decision. At the end of the day, White said he felt like coming back was the best decision for him.

After discussing his return, Fowler and White move on to talk about White's 2019-2020 season, Ryan Silverfield being hired as head coach and next season.

Throughout the discussion, White recaps some of the biggest moments from last season, including College GameDay, winning the AAC Championship and competing in a New Year's Six Bowl. White takes Fowler through what it was like on the journey this season, and how he personally responded after the loss to Temple.

Following the discussion of the magical 12-2 season, White talks about playing for Silverfield and how he is excited to see the train continue to roll. 

Next, the two start to look forward to next season. With Joey Magnifico, Antonio Gibson and Kedarian Jones all gone, White points out multiple players that he will be looking for to step up next season. 

No one knows the offensive weapons better than White, and he shares a few names that he believes could make a big impact next season.

Finally, the two discuss White's importance on education and where he got his drive from. White already has a master's degree, and he is currently working on his doctorate degree, which is obviously extremely rare for a student-athlete.

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To begin the episode, Fowler and Hansen discuss the Tigers two-point victory over UCF on Wednesday night. Although it wasn't a perfect game for Memphis, they came away with the victory, which is all that really mattered.

Memphis was on a two-game losing streak heading into the matchup against the Knights, so it really did feel like a must-win game.

With the UCF game now behind them, Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers desperately need to string some wins together.

Fortunately for Memphis, they have a three-game home stretch coming up against UConn, Temple and USF. All three of those game are very winnable, and the Tigers would be sitting at 18-5 and 7-3 in the AAC if they could win the next three.

Fowler and Hansen detail what Memphis needs to do to put together a winning streak, including continuing to get solid play from Lance Thomas and Boogie Ellis.

After discussing the UCF game and the next three home games, Hansen takes a look at how similar this season is to Josh Pastner's second season. Pastner brought in a top-five recruiting class, but Jelan Kendrick left before playing in any meaningful games much like James Wiseman.

The parallels are honestly pretty shocking, and it shows that the expectations may have been too high for Memphis this season after Wiseman announced he was leaving. 

To end the episode, Fowler and Hansen discuss expectations for the team and Hardaway, and they also quickly take a look at how Memphis is making a great case for five-stars Greg Brown and Jalen Green.

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Gibson finished his season with 1,749 all-purpose yards and 16 touchdowns, and he led the South in rushing in last weekend's Senior Bowl. Despite spending more time at receiver than running back, Gibson is preparing for the 2020 NFL Draft as a running back.

The explosive athlete has the potential to help an NFL team on both offense and special teams, which certainly raises his upside.

Throughout the interview, Fowler and Gibson discuss the former Tigers breakout 2019 season, his massive performance against SMU, the Senior Bowl and his preparation for the NFL Draft among multiple other topics.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing the new starting lineup Memphis coach Penny Hardaway has used in the last two games. In last Thursday's win over Cincinnati, the starters combined for 50 of the Tigers 60 points, and the crew explains what they like about the new starters.

With Alex Lomax and Malcolm Dandridge now in as starters, Fowler explains how this lineup brings a different level of toughness to the floor. Hansen discusses the lineups ability to start games quickly, and he also explains why he hopes DJ Jeffries continues to play like he did against Cincinnati.

Next, Fowler and Hansen address the Tigers bench and debate how the bench can contribute more moving forward.

Freshmen Damion Baugh and Boogie Ellis have been ineffective lately, and the GT247 crew discusses what they can do to make more of an impact moving forward. Memphis now has a solid starting lineup, but they still need more help from the bench.

Finally, the duo answers questions from the boards about their favorite moments in Tigers history, the over/under for wins for the football team next season and Isaiah Stokes among other topics.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing Memphis quarterback Brady White – who announced on Wednesday night that he will return to Memphis for his redshirt senior season.

White has been mulling over his options since the Tigers Cotton Bowl loss, and fortunately for Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield and the fanbase he chose to return. White is coming off of a season where he was fourth in the country in yards and eighth in touchdown passes.

After discussing White's return, Fowler and Hansen discuss Memphis' new defensive coordinator – Mike MacIntyre. The Tigers new defensive coordinator spent 2019 turning around Ole Miss' defense after they were one of the worst in the country in 2018.

Before going to Ole Miss, MacIntyre was the head coach at Colorado where he led the Buffs to a Pac-12 South Division Title in 2016. In the same year, MacIntyre was also named the Associated Press Coach of the Year. 

Although Memphis lost a ton of coaches to Florida State, Silverfield has made some home run hires, and the Tigers shouldn't miss a beat in 2020.

Next, the duo discusses Memphis' huge game against Wichita State on Thursday night. After losing to Georgia, the Tigers will have an opportunity to redeem themselves against the No. 23 team in the country.

Finally, Fowler and Hansen recap the weekend's Hoopfest and discuss performances from Moussa Cisse and Moussa Diabate among others.

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Brown and his family were in attendance for the Memphis-Georgia game on Saturday, and they were also at Briarcrest Christian School on Saturday night for Hoopfest.

The No. 8 overall player in the country and his father were blown away by the environment at both games, and they both mentioned how it showed them the basketball culture in the city.

Throughout the episode, both Brown and his father recap the visit, discuss where they are with Memphis and talk about their final schools and where everything lies as far as a decision goes.

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Coleman is originally from Memphis, but he plays high school ball in Florida at West Nassau County High School. Memphis' staff has already prioritized the 6-foot-4 guard, and they offered him earlier this week.

Throughout the episode, Coleman discusses his Memphis roots, being recruited by his hometown school, his visit to Memphis and his relationship with Penny Hardaway and the Tigers staff.

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The duo begins by recapping their experience at the Cotton Bowl. Both Fowler and Hansen were in Dallas for the Cotton Bowl, and they discuss the spectacle of the event and how much it meant to the football program.

Next, Fowler and Hansen go back through the football season and recap just how historical it was. The Tigers had 12 wins for the first time ever, won their first outright AAC Championship and went to their first New Year's Six Bowl.

It was a season of firsts for the Memphis football program, and the GT247 duo explains what it all means for the future of the program.

Following the football discussion, Fowler and Hansen move on to basketball. Memphis defeated Tulane by 11 points on Monday night to get their first AAC win of the season, and Fowler and Hansen talk about the Tigers slow start and how they turned it around fairly quickly.

After talking about the game, they break down the state of the team moving forward. With Lester Quinones now back and the team at full strength, Fowler and Hansen take a deep dive on what this team could look like down the stretch.

Finally, the duo gives their top players of the decade for both basketball and football.

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The duo begins the episode by discussing the Tigers 51-47 win over Tennessee on Saturday. The win was Penny Hardaway's first victory over a top 25 opponent, and it was fitting to come against Rick Barnes and the Vols.

Although the Tigers only scored five points in the first 12 minutes, they found a way to battle back and beat a very good team in a hostile environment. Saturday's game was only Memphis' second true road game of the season, but they handled it very well.

Instead of folding when Tennessee went up early, they continued to fight and battle back. Fowler and Hansen discuss the ins and outs of the game and how the Tigers knocked off the Vols.

Next, the duo discusses changes to the Tigers coaching staff with Ryan Silverfield at the helm. Defensive coordinator Adam Fuller left for Florida State last week, and Silverfield told the media on Tuesday that Fuller will not coach the Tigers in the Cotton Bowl.

With Fuller gone, linebackers coach Kevin Clune will be filling in as the interim defensive coordinator for the bowl game. Fowler then discusses what could come next with the staff.

Finally, Fowler and Hansen preview the Early Signing Period, which begins on Wednesday.

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Lead writer Christian Fowler and founder Brooks Hansen discuss all the ins and outs on the Silverfield hiring and why this was the best move for the Tigers.

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As a former players, Bruce said Saturday's game against Cincinnati was incredible for him. Although he wasn't at the game, Bruce said he watched every play and tuned in for the trophy presentation after the game.

Bruce said it was a special moment for him because he was able to reflect on his career and how far the program had come since he left.

After the discussion of the game, Bruce talks about what he saw from the Tigers offense this season and explains what makes Coxie and Gibson such big playmakers. Bruce played on one of the best offenses in the history of the NFL with the St. Louis Rams, and he said there are a lot of similarities with Memphis' offense this year.

As someone who played with one of the best receiving backs in NFL history in Marshall Faulk, Bruce explains the importance of having a versatile running back like Kenny Gainwell.

Following the discussion on Memphis football, Bruce reflects on his playing career in the NFL and what made him such an incredible receiver. Bruce isn't in the Hall of Fame yet, but his resume speaks for itself.

When the former Tigers retired from the NFL, he was No. 2 all-time in receiving yards behind Jerry Rice, fifth all-time in receptions and ninth in touchdowns. Bruce will likely be a finalist again this year.

The former Tigers will be in Dallas for the Cotton Bowl, and he will be holding an autograph signing on the 27th. Bruce will put all the details out on his social media and you can follow him to make sure you don't miss out. 

Twitter: @IsaacBruce80 Instagram: isaacbrucefoundation 

Bruce is also selling T-shirts for the Cotton Bowl, and you can find those here: https://store16057038.ecwid.com <https://store16057038.ecwid.com/>

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Silverfield made it obvious in his introductory press conference that he wants the head coaching job, and he and lead writer Christian Fowler discuss what Memphis would look like with him at the helm. Although he has never been a play caller or head coach, Silverfield said he is extremely confident in his abilities if he takes over.

With tons of NFL and collegiate experience, Silverfield said he has learned from people he has coached under how to lead and guide a program. Silverfield the Tigers would look fairly similar, and he named some specifics that would come along with him being the head coach.

Since getting the interim role, Silverfield has received a ton of support from fans and current and former players, and he said that has been extremely honoring for him. 

Throughout the interview, Silverfield explains what type of coach he is and how his background turned him into that person. 

Finally, Silverfield and Fowler discuss the Cotton Bowl, and Silverfield explains how excited he is to coach the Tigers in the game and in the practices leading up to the game.

All this and much more is in this exclusive interview between Fowler and Silverfield.

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From the plays that Antonio Gibson and Damonte Coxie made to the final defensive stand, Fowler and Stubblefield give their recap.

During the American Athletic Conference Championship Game, ESPN's Chris Lowe broke the news that Mike Norvell and Florida State had agreed to terms on Norvell becoming the Seminoles head coach.

The Norvell-Florida State rumors had been swirling, and it was basically a foregone conclusion that he'd go. Although it won't be made official until tomorrow afternoon, it's time to take a look back at what Norvell has done for the program.

In his four seasons, Norvell compiled a 38-15 record, three AAC West titles and an AAC Championship. Despite leaving the program, Norvell deserves a ton of credit and respect from the fanbase for what he's built in Memphis.

After discussing Norvell's tenure at Memphis and decision to go to Florida State, Fowler and Stubblefield discuss some of the names that have already popped up in the coaching search and break down some coaches who could get interviews.

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The duo begins the episode by discussing the Memphis basketball team and their recent success without start freshmen James Wiseman and Lester Quinones. The Tigers are now 5-0 without Wiseman in the lineup, and Fowler and Stubblefield discuss why.

Fowler and Stubblefield talk about the Tigers growing chemistry and communication, and they also talk about sophomore guard Alex Lomax. Over the past few games, Lomax has been a huge difference maker for Memphis, and he had a career-high 17 points in the win over Bradley.

After the discussion on basketball, the GoTigers247 crew discuses Memphis' win over Cincinnati, their 11-1 season, third consecutive AAC West title and the upcoming AAC Championship Game on Saturday.

Following the discussion of last week's win, Fowler and Stubblefield explain what differences they'll be looking for on Saturday. Despite playing the same team twice in two weeks, there will certainly be some differences in the game.

Finally, Fowler and Stubblefield discuss the status of Memphis coach Mike Norvell. The Tigers coach has been heavily linked to multiple coaching openings, and Fowler and Stubblefield weigh in.

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The duo begins the episode by discussing their reaction to the news regarding James Wiseman's 12-game suspension. Wiseman has already served two games of his suspension, but Fowler and Hansen give their immediate reactions when they heard the news.

Next, they briefly recap the Tigers 68-58 win over Little Rock and how Memphis must play better without Wiseman in the lineup. Fowler and Hansen both explain what the Tigers must clean up on going forward and how they can continue having success minus their best player.

Following the discussion on basketball, the GT247 crew moves on to Memphis football coach Mike Norvell and the news reported by Football Scoop on Thursday morning. Football Scoops' Zach Barnett reported that Norvell has met with Arkansas but is more interested in the Florida State job.

Fowler and Hansen discuss the Norvell news and what it could mean moving forward.

Finally, they briefly discuss Memphis' win over Houston and what the Tigers must continue to do to close out the regular season on a strong note against USF and Cincinnati.

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Since leaving Memphis, Laird has made coaching stops at New Mexico State and UNLV before landing with the Trojans prior to this season, and he told GoTigers247 that he is excited for the game and to return to his city.

Laird made it into Memphis on Tuesday afternoon, and he said it all didn't sink in until he actually got to the city. The former Tiger discusses his favorite Memphis moments, his return home and the buzz surrounding Memphis athletics at this time.

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Wiseman and his legal team voluntarily nonsuited the case, which - in simple terms - means they are dropping their lawsuit against the NCAA. 

Voluntary nonsuit: Simply stated, a nonsuit is a voluntary withdrawal or dismissal of a lawsuit by the party that filed it that allows the party to bring a second suit on the same cause of action. It results in a termination of the case “without prejudice,” leaving open the possibility that the plaintiff will bring the same claims a second time. (Definition via virginiabusinesslitigationlawyer.com)

As highlighted in the definition above, if Wiseman's legal team feels like the NCAA doesn't want to compromise or if they do not agree on terms, then they can refile the same claims in the lawsuit a second time.

The voluntary nonsuit is a show of good faith to the NCAA. With Ohio State standout Chase Young's suspension being reduced from four games to two games, Wiseman and his legal team took that as a sign of good faith to their case as well, according to the source.

At this time, there has been no offer or compromise in terms of number of games to be sat out. 

Following the discussion of the Wiseman news, Fowler and Hansen discuss Memphis' loss to Oregon on Tuesday night. The duo explains why and how the Tigers loss, but they also add that it is a good sign for Memphis.

Despite playing poorly on both ends of the floor, the young, inexperienced Tigers only lost to a very talented and experienced Oregon team by eight points.

Next, Hansen gives the latest that he's head on four-star forward Chris Moore – who is set to make his commitment on Saturday between Arkansas, Auburn and Memphis.

Finally, the GT247 crew discusses the Tigers game against Houston on Saturday. Following a massive win over SMU and a bye week, Memphis will travel to Texas to take on the 3-6 Cougars.

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Cohen gives his opinion on the NCAA granting Wiseman eligibility in May and then deeming him ineligible before Friday's game versus UIC. Cohen also talks about the NCAA bylaw calling Memphis coach Penny Hardaway a booster due to his donation in 2008.

The US Representative also said he talked to Wiseman after the game last night and told him to keep his head up following the news. With his experience in law, Cohen offers multiple reputable opinions about the case.

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Following the Temple game, fans were calling for White's head, but he has been lights out ever since.

In Memphis' last three games against Tulane, Tulsa and SMU, White has thrown for 985 yards and 10 touchdowns with zero turnovers.

The Tigers quarterback has looked confident in his ability, and he has pushed the ball down the field more than ever.

The biggest knock on White in his career at Memphis has been his ability to hit the deep ball, but he has created multiple big plays over the last few weeks.

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Fowler and Hansen begin this week's episode by discussing Memphis' 54-48 win over SMU on Saturday night. With a sellout crowd and multiple big time performances, it was a magical atmosphere.

The duo breaks down performances from Brady White, Antonio Gibson and Damonte Coxie among others. After the big victory over SMU, Memphis is now No. 19 in the Associated Press Top 25 going into their bye week.

After discussing football, Fowler and Hansen move along to Memphis' 97-64 win over South Carolina State in their season opener. Former number one overall player James Wiseman made his collegiate debut, and he had 28 points and 11 rebounds in 22 minutes.

Forward Precious Achiuwa was the only other player in double figures (14 points), but the Tigers played well as a whole. Damion Baugh and Alex Lomax had eight points apiece, and the duo discusses how much potential the Tigers have.

DJ Jeffries, Lester Quinones and Boogie Ellis didn't shoot much throughout the game, so Fowler and Hansen break down what Memphis could look like when they are firing on all cylinders.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing ESPN's College GameDay and the impact it will have on the Tigers and the city itself. When No. 24 Memphis takes on No. 15 SMU, it will be in front of a national audience on ABC.

Next, the duo discusses how Saturday's game could affect some of Memphis' biggest stars. Running back Kenny Gainwell, quarterback Brady White, wide receiver Damonte Coxie and the Tigers revamped defense will all be able to show the country how good they are against the Mustangs.

After discussing College GameDay and the SMU game, Fowler and Hansen move along to basketball.

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers played their second exhibition game against LeMoyne-Owen, and Memphis won 88-63. Freshmen Precious Achiuwa and Boogie Ellis combined for 39 points to lead Memphis to victory, but it certainly wasn't a perfect game for the Tigers.

Fowler recaps what needs to improve for the Tigers heading into Tuesday's first regular season game against South Carolina State.

Finally, Fowler and Hansen discuss James Wiseman and how his presence will help the team once he returns.

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Although the Tigers started out the first half slow, they come out and dominated for the majority of the second half. Behind Precious Achiuwa's 22 points and nine rebounds, Memphis showed flashes of their potential throughout the game.

Other than Achiuwa, freshman forward DJ Jeffries, Alex Lomax and Lance Thomas all had big games. Fowler and Hansen break down the performances from Achiuwa, Jeffries, Lomax and Thomas among others.

At the end of the episode, the duo recaps the performances by each freshmen, and they also discuss what the Tigers can do against Lemoyne-Owen on Monday to have a better overall game.

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The duo begins by discussing Memphis' 47-17 victory over Tulane on Saturday night. Following the Green Wave's opening possession, the Tigers dominated the remainder of the game, and Fowler and Hansen break down why.

Memphis quarterback Brady White threw for 358 yards and five touchdowns, and Fowler and Hansen give their opinion on his big performance.

Redshirt freshman running back Kenny Gainwell became the first player since 1997 to have 200-plus receiving yards and 100-plus rushing yards, and the GoTigers247 crew explains how dynamic Gainwell makes the Tigers offense.

Following the football discussion, Fowler and Hansen give their reactions from Memphis being ranked at No. 14 in the Associated Press Top 25 preseason poll. Memphis is currently the only team in the American Athletic Conference ranked in the top 25, and it is the first time the Tigers have been ranked since 2013.

Finally, Fowler and Hansen preview Memphis' first exhibition game, which is on Thursday night against Christian Brothers University. Thursday night will be the first time Memphis' entire 2019-2020 roster is on the floor after James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa didn't play on the Bahamas trip.

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Gasaway picked Memphis to win the American Athletic Conference this season, and he expects their talent to shine through once the year starts.

After going 22-14 last season and making it to the second round of the NIT, Gasaway said Memphis is a unique case. Despite not making the NCAA Tournament in years, Gasaway said he expects the Tigers to be one of the biggest stories in college basketball this season.

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Toppert came from the NBA, so he has had to adjust to recruiting and the college basketball landscape as a whole.

The Tigers assistant coach has lived in 15 different places in the past 10 years, so he said he is used to moving around, but he added that he has been blown away by Memphis. From the food to the basketball, Toppert said the Bluff City has exceeded his expectations.

With the first exhibition game less than a week away, Toppert also talks about the makeup of Memphis' roster and how they can succeed on the defensive end of the floor.

GoTigers247 spoke with Toppert about all this and much more!

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Although Broussard hasn't played much at the collegiate level, 247Sports college football recruiting analyst John Garcia watched Broussard play multiple times in high school. Garcia joined GoTigers247 to discuss what type of player Broussard is, the impact he can make for Memphis and what Tiger fans can expect from him as a whole.

With Broussard's eligibility beginning on Saturday, it will be very interesting to see how much Memphis defensive coordinator Adam Fuller chooses to use him. The Tigers have multiple corners already – T.J. Carter, Chris Claybrooks, Jacobi Francis and Joey Bryant – but Broussard still has a chance to make an impact.

The Tigers secondary struggled against Louisiana Monroe and Temple, so Broussard could be the missing piece as far as the corners go.

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The duo begins by discussing Memphis' 30-28 loss against Temple on Saturday. The conversation begins on the outrage over the overturned call on a fourth down and nine pass from Brady White to Joey Magnifico.

Following the discussion of the controversial call, Fowler and Hansen recap Kenny Gainwell's big performance. The redshirt freshman running back was the best player on the field on Saturday, and he had 106 rushing yards and 98 receiving yards.

Next, Fowler and Hansen discuss Brady White's performance. Although he turned the ball over four times, the two believe White had one of his best games from a purely passing standpoint. White finished the game with 363 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.

After talking about football, the GT247 crew switches their focus to basketball. They discuss AAC Media Day, including conversation on Memphis being tied with Houston for preseason favorites and only on Tiger making a preseason All-AAC team.

Lastly, Hansen gives the latest updates on 2020 basketball recruiting, including four-star big men Gethro Muscadin and Dawson Garcia and five-star guard Devin Askew.

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With Memphis Madness coming on Thursday, Fowler and Hansen use the majority of the episode to discuss the ins and outs of what to expect. They begin with things they'll be looking for and what can be taken away from the event.

Next, the duo talks about expectations for performers and special events from the Tigers coaching staff. After that, they discuss the recruits that will be in attendance on Thursday night.

From five-star guard Jalen Green to four-star forward Chris Moore, Fowler and Hansen give the latest on all Memphis Madness visits. 

Following the discussion on the recruits that'll be in attendance, Hansen discusses why he hasn't yet made a Crystal Ball Prediction for Green.

To end the episode, the duo breaks down the injury news from the Memphis football team. Tigers coach Mike Norvell announced on Monday that tight end Sean Dykes and defensive end Cole Mashburn will miss the remainder of the season.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing the Tigers 35-23 win over Navy on Thursday night. Although Memphis was out of sorts in the first half, they come out after halftime and dominated.

The duo then discusses the play of Memphis quarterback Brady White and if fans were right to boo him prior to the comeback. Next, Fowler talks about the Tigers defensive performance, and the improvements of the defense as a whole with Adam Fuller as defensive coordinator.

Next, the GT247 crew talks about Memphis' first official basketball practice of the 2019-2020 season. Memphis coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers had the first practice on Tuesday, and the practice was open to the media.

Fowler shares his observations from the practice and what he will be looking forward to this season.

Finally, Hansen shares the known visitors from Memphis Madness, and the crew teases next week's episode.

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The duo begins by discussing the Tigers 15-10 win over the Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday. Stubblefield gives his account from the game as a photographer on the sidelines, and he shares a story of an interesting run in with Tigers running back Patrick Taylor.

Fowler then recaps the game and discusses how the Tigers ultimately defeated the Rebels. Fowler then discusses Kenny Gainwell and how he impacted the game as a runner and a receiver.

Next, Fowler and Stubblefield discuss Memphis Madness. The University of Memphis announced on Sunday that Memphis Madness will be held on Oct. 3, and tickets will go on sale Sept. 9. Fowler takes a look at the current visitors for the event – five-star Jalen Green and four-star Chris Moore – and other possible visitors.

In honor of the NFL starting this week, Fowler and Stubblefield take a look at former Tigers and how they could fare in the league this season. The duo breaks down Anthony Miller, Genard Avery, Darrell Henderson and Tony Pollard and the role each of them could have this season.

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The duo begins the episode by discussing the Tigers Bahamas trips and the top takeaways from Memphis' four wins. Fowler and Hansen break down the overall reactions from the trip and how it fulfilled Memphis coach Penny Hardaway's vision.

Next, Fowler and Hansen discuss all things 2020 recruiting. From five-star guards Jaden Springer and Jalen Green to four-star forward Mady Sissoko, the GoTigers247 crew answers all the most pressing questions related to the '20 class.

Fowler and Hansen discuss the players they believe will and will not be taking visits to Memphis in the future and who the staff will potentially want at the annual Memphis Madness.

Following the basketball discussion, the duo switches focus to the football program and the upcoming 2019-2020 season. The season begins on Aug. 31 against Ole Miss, and Fowler breaks down his score prediction and what he will be looking for leading up to week one.

Finally, Fowler discusses the national attention Memphis received in the Associated Press Top 25 and why one national writer believes the Tigers were one of the biggest snubs left out of the top 25.

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Next, Fowler and Hansen talk about the potential of Memphis forward Precious Achiuwa and center James Wiseman not playing during the Bahamas trip.Achiuwa had visa complications and Wiseman is dealing with an undisclosed injury, and the duo looks at the biggest takeaways from the news. From Memphis coach Penny Hardaway to the returning players who didn't see the floor last season, Fowler and Hansen break down the potential impact of the situation.Finally, Hansen breaks down the perception people have about him and how that is oftentimes unfair.

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Over the past year, Chandler has won a state championship, Tennessee Mr. Basketball and a Peach Jam championship. Chandler is now the No. 28 overall player in the 2021 class, and he is being recruited by some of the top programs in the country.

Last year, Chandler only had offers from Ole Miss, UT Martin and Tulane, and he now has offers from Kansas, Memphis and Michigan among others.

The four-star guard also discusses his steal and poster dunk over five-star guard Jalen Green in the Peach Jam Championship Game.

During the back half of the interview, Chandler talks about his image in the city of Memphis and how he's handled the publicity of becoming one of the best players in the country.

Chandler also talks about his upcoming junior season at Briarcrest High School and what he plans on doing to continue raising his game.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing Nike EYBL's Peach Jam, which is coming up on July 10-14.Fowler will be in Atlanta for Peach Jam, so he and Hansen look at the biggest storylines heading into the event and it what it means for Memphis.

Next, Hansen recaps the Nike Elite 100 Camp and highlights some of the top performers. The camp was last weekend in St. Louis, and Memphis target Jerdarrian Davison (2021) had a big weekend.

After discussing the camp, Fowler and Hansen move on to last week's media availability of the Tigers returning players. The duo breaks down some quotes from Lance Thomas and discuss what his role will be for Memphis this season.

Fowler then recaps Memphis' latest commitment from three-star offensive lineman Brackston Alford and discusses the Tigers 2020 class.

Finally, Hansen tells a story that only a handful of people have heard, and you DO NOT want to miss out on what the GoTigers247 founder did on his way to Memphis Madness.

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Fowler and Hansen begin the episode by discussing Memphis' 2020 football class and the five commits Mike Norvell and his staff have landed since Saturday.

Next, Fowler goes through one by one and breaks down the commitments from Keilon Brown, Jonah Gambill, Tajiri Smith, Sylvonta Oliver and Marcayll Jones. 

Following the breakdown of each commitment, Fowler and Hansen explain why they think Norvell and his staff have been so successful on the recruiting trail this season and how they can continue their success.

Finally, the duo answer questions off of the GoTigers247 message board and give the latest updates from Memphis' summer basketball workouts.

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