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Tennessee’s sophomore wide receiver Joakim Dodson will miss the rest of the 2026 season after a leg injury suffered on a kickoff return in the opener against Furman, shifting the Volunteers’ special teams dynamics and opening the door for freshman Tyreek King.
The opening week of the 2026 college football season delivered a cascade of storylines that reshaped early‑season expectations, from standout individual performances to stark conference discrepancies.
From her early legal career to her pivotal role in Memphis football’s compliance and NIL strategy, Kathy Sulentic has become a beloved figure whose influence extends beyond the field.
Despite a perfect 2‑0 start, Memphis must improve first‑half play and passing consistency to compete with Boise State, whose recent upset of Oregon highlights a balanced attack.
The Tigers will host Arkansas State on September 5 at the newly renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, looking to build on a Week 0 win and a strong defensive showing that included six sacks.
Five-star recruit DJ Okoth is set to visit Knoxville on October 16, joining a weekend that features elite prospects Cayden Daughtry and Micah Gordon, underscoring Tennessee's aggressive push to secure top talent before the Alabama football game.
The Bears' 73-0 triumph over Rhodes set a new school record, showcasing a balanced attack of 617 total yards and a defense that limited the opposition to 165 yards.
Arkansas State University and Centennial Bank have entered a multi-year partnership that will feature the bank's logo on the Red Wolves' football jerseys beginning with the 2026 season opener.
The University of Memphis men's soccer team welcomes UNC Asheville to campus Friday at 7 p.m. on ESPN+, with commentator Jeff Brightwell calling the action. Both squads enter the contest with impressive early-season records.
The University of Louisville announced its full slate of non‑conference contests, featuring early‑season exhibitions, a tournament in Texas and a high‑profile road test against Michigan.
Memphis clinches the final playoff spot after a narrow win over UNLV, while BYU’s performance in Dublin could influence its seeding, as the expanded format introduces fresh matchups and revised qualification criteria.
Louisville announces a demanding slate that includes Las Vegas tournament play, a Texas Tech showdown, a Michigan road test, and a Kentucky rivalry game, while rebuilding after losing 11 scholarship players.
The 2026 Mizzou Tigers special teams unit blends returning veteran Blake Craig with new coordinator John Papuchis, promising a mix of experience and fresh talent.
Harding opened its 2025 campaign with a 1-0 victory over Christian Brothers, highlighted by Bree Williamson’s decisive goal and a flawless defensive effort that denied any shots on target.
North Carolina hosts VCU on August 28 at 7:30 p.m. in a non-conference clash that headlines the Carolina Fever event, featuring student giveaways and a renewed rivalry.
Cayden Daughtry, a 5-star point guard, is set to visit Arkansas from October 30 to November 1 after a standout performance at Nike’s Peach Jam, where he averaged 32.3 points and 6.1 assists.
Cayden Daughtry, a 5‑star point guard from Florida, will take an official visit to Arkansas this weekend after a dominant showing at Nike’s Peach Jam, where he attracted the attention of the Razorbacks and solidified his status as one of the country’s most coveted recruits.
Hired to rebuild a program burdened by academic penalties, Gray is reviving tradition, securing funding and leaning on a legacy of coaches to steer Florida A&M back to competitiveness.
Betting markets give the Fighting Irish an 88% chance of making the 12‑team playoff, with schedule rankings and past performance influencing the outlook for teams like Texas Tech, Miami and several Group of Six programs.
Ryan Silverfield launches his weekly radio show, names KJ Jackson starting quarterback, and outlines plans to blend alumni, new schemes, and fan engagement for the upcoming season.
From Ridgeway’s clash with Southwind to Oxford’s quest for redemption, this week’s schedule features explosive offenses, dominant rushes and defensive battles that promise high‑scoring contests across the Memphis area.
Memphis basketball legend Penny Hardaway urged the football team to play for the city’s pride, linking on‑field success to broader community benefits.
Mississippi State cancels its 2028 and 2029 matchups with Memphis, replaces them with a home game against Louisiana Tech, and reveals early‑season basketball exhibitions against Memphis and Florida State.
Memphis Tigers head coach Charles Huff announced the hiring of Randy Shannon as an analyst, a move that adds a seasoned recruiter with strong local connections and a track record of navigating conference realignment.