University of Memphis Athletics
Tapp Tabbed to Shrine Bowl Defensive Player of the Week
Aug 31, 2026 | Football
TAMPA, Fla. – University of Memphis defensive lineman J'Mond Tapp was named the Shriners Children's East-West Bowl Defensive Player of the Week, the organization announced Monday morning.
Tapp, a redshirt senior from Donaldsonville, Louisiana, recorded five tackles and a sack in Memphis' season-opening win over UNLV on Saturday. Drawing continuous double teams and extra attention, Tapp made his mark while also helping the Tiger defense to six sacks and 11 tackles for loss in the victory.
Entering the season, Tapp was named to the Shriners Children's East-West Bowl 1000 Watchlist, the 2027 Panini Senior Bowl Top 300, a first-team HERO Sports Group of Six All-American and a preseason American Conference first-team selection by Pro Football Network, Sports Info Solutions, Athlon Sports and Phil Steele.
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Season tickets for the 2026 Memphis Football season can be purchased HERE.
For the 2026 season, Memphis will implement tiered pricing for single-game tickets:
Tier 1: Army – starting at $25
Tier 2: UAB, Arkansas State, East Carolina – starting at $20
Tier 3: UT Martin, Temple – starting at $15
Fans are encouraged to purchase early and save. Ticket prices will increase by $5 during game week and again by an additional $5 on gameday at the Box Office. This change helps support enhanced planning for security, concessions and staffing.
Single-game tickets purchased in the West Side Chairbacks will include access to Landers Plaza.
For fans seeking flexibility, the Memphis Football Mini Plan gives the option to choose any three games that best fit your schedule, starting at just $60.
Similar to last year, Memphis Athletics will be asking fans to cover the Shelby County sales tax rate of 9.75 percent on all tickets and parking.
Single-game tickets can be purchased online at THIS LINK or by calling the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331. For group tickets and experiences, please contact the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331.
For premium seating experiences, please contact the Memphis Athletic Fund at MAFpremium@memphis.edu.
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
Tapp, a redshirt senior from Donaldsonville, Louisiana, recorded five tackles and a sack in Memphis' season-opening win over UNLV on Saturday. Drawing continuous double teams and extra attention, Tapp made his mark while also helping the Tiger defense to six sacks and 11 tackles for loss in the victory.
Entering the season, Tapp was named to the Shriners Children's East-West Bowl 1000 Watchlist, the 2027 Panini Senior Bowl Top 300, a first-team HERO Sports Group of Six All-American and a preseason American Conference first-team selection by Pro Football Network, Sports Info Solutions, Athlon Sports and Phil Steele.
BUY TICKETS NOW
Season tickets for the 2026 Memphis Football season can be purchased HERE.
For the 2026 season, Memphis will implement tiered pricing for single-game tickets:
Tier 1: Army – starting at $25
Tier 2: UAB, Arkansas State, East Carolina – starting at $20
Tier 3: UT Martin, Temple – starting at $15
Fans are encouraged to purchase early and save. Ticket prices will increase by $5 during game week and again by an additional $5 on gameday at the Box Office. This change helps support enhanced planning for security, concessions and staffing.
Single-game tickets purchased in the West Side Chairbacks will include access to Landers Plaza.
For fans seeking flexibility, the Memphis Football Mini Plan gives the option to choose any three games that best fit your schedule, starting at just $60.
Similar to last year, Memphis Athletics will be asking fans to cover the Shelby County sales tax rate of 9.75 percent on all tickets and parking.
Single-game tickets can be purchased online at THIS LINK or by calling the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331. For group tickets and experiences, please contact the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331.
For premium seating experiences, please contact the Memphis Athletic Fund at MAFpremium@memphis.edu.
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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