Memphis football stadium renovations near completion before 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:54 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovations are set to finish before Memphis football's home opener on September 5, 2026. Athletic director Ed Scott revealed updates, including a new scoreboard, enhanced sound system, and expanded north tunnel. The stadium’s capacity will also increase to 45,632. The current budget stands at $226.5 million, close to the projected $220 million, with $6 million still to be raised. Improvements aim to enhance the experience for both football games and potential concerts in the future.
- •Renovations include larger scoreboards and a new sound system.
- •The stadium will have a new capacity of 45,632.
- •Landers Plaza will offer 3,000 capacity for fans.
- •The project is on budget but requires additional fundraising.
- •Renovations aim to enhance experiences for concerts and games.
- 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Here's what will be new at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in 2026 for Memphis football
"Here are all the new features that fans will see when Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovations are completed before the 2026 football season.
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