Memphis quarterback competition features Marcus Stokes and Air Noland

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Memphis quarterback competition features Marcus Stokes and Air Noland
Summary

Memphis football begins preseason practices on July 30, highlighting a quarterback competition between West Florida transfer Marcus Stokes and South Carolina transfer Air Noland. New coach Charles Huff is evaluating both players closely, noting their potential impact reminiscent of challenges the team faced last season. Huff aims to finalize the starter about a week before the season opener on August 29 at UNLV. He also commented on the relationship between Stokes and Noland, emphasizing their camaraderie as a positive factor in their competition for the starting role.

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  • Memphis starts preseason practices on July 30.
  • Marcus Stokes and Air Noland are competing for QB position.
  • Season opener is scheduled for August 29 at UNLV.
  • Coach Charles Huff plans to announce the starter soon.
  • Stokes and Noland have developed a strong bond during practices.
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  • 5:40 PMYahoo SportsWhere Memphis football QB competition stands heading into start of preseason practice
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Here's where Memphis' QB competition stands as the Tigers begin preseason practices.

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