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Five Tigers named among Hero Sports Preseason G6 All-Americans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Five Tigers named among Hero Sports Preseason G6 All-Americans

Summary

Five players from the Memphis Tigers football team have been named to Hero Sports' Preseason Group of Six All-American teams. This includes two on the First Team: defensive lineman J'Mond Tapp and safety Ian Foster. Tapp was a standout with 70 tackles and 7.5 sacks last season, while Foster posted 76 tackles and three interceptions. Tight end Hunter Tipton, linebacker Mike Montgomery, and safety Ahmere Foster also received recognition on the Third Team. The Tigers are set to face ranked opponents in non-conference play, including their opener against UNLV.

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By the Numbers

•Two Memphis players made the Hero Sports G6 All-American First Team.
•J'Mond Tapp had 70 tackles and 7.5 sacks last season.
•Ian Foster recorded 76 tackles and three interceptions in 2025.
•Hunter Tipton and Mike Montgomery are on the Third Team.
•Memphis faces UNLV in their season opener.

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2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Five Tigers named as Hero Sports Preseason G6 All-Americans

What they're saying

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Preseason predictions and all conference teams are being announced left and right with the season right around the corner, and Hero Sports released its preseason Group of Six All-American teams. Five Tigers appeared on the list, including a pair on the First Team.
— Yahoo Sports

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