University of Memphis Tiger football fan experience. The virtual guide contains photos, videos, bios and information about the Memphis football team.
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taurean nixon tannar rehrer baton rouge, la. southern lab hs orem, utah springville hs mesa cc BIO BIO • Prepped at Southern Lab High under coach Michael Roach • A three-star defensive back by Rivals.com • Also rated No. 42 on the Louisiana Top 50 by Rivals.com • Logged 28 tackles, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries and three sacks • Made touchdown returns on two of his picks • Returned nine kicks/punts for touchdowns as a senior • Named the District 6-1A Defensive Most Valuable Player • Named to the 1A all-state team as a defensive back by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association • Also named to second team as an athlete and for his special teams play 130 2010 Memphis Football Experience • Caught 50 passes for 571 yards and four touchdowns during his time with the Th underbirds • Logged time in nine games throughout his career in Mesa, ranked sixth in the the NJCAA, third in the Western States Football League and earned second team NJCAA All-Off ensive Honors in 2009 • In a single game he received 15 of 16 passes thrown toward him for 188 yards • Competed in the 2009 JUCO All-American All-Star Game • Was a team captain at Springville High School in Orem, Utah • Was a standout wide receiver, leading the Red Devils to a 4A Regional Title in 2004