Memphis football hosts fan fest ahead of 2026 season kickoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Memphis football conducted its "Fan Fest" on August 8 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, allowing fans to preview the 2026 team. The event featured an ongoing quarterback competition between Air Noland and Marcus Stokes, who both showcased their skills during drills. Following the practice, Memphis will utilize the upcoming days for team assessments and strategic planning before their season opener on August 29 against UNLV. Renovations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium continue, with significant updates to the west tower and north tunnel still in progress.
- •Air Noland and Marcus Stokes competed in quarterback drills.
- •Memphis will assess special teams play and drills in the coming days.
- •The Tigers open the season on August 29 against UNLV.
- •Renovations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium are ongoing but progressing.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — What we saw, heard at Memphis football's fan fest ahead of 2026 season
"Memphis football held its "Fan Fest" on Aug. 8, an opportunity for fans to catch the Tigers in action. Here's what we saw and heard at the event.
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