Memphis 2013 news

Chase Rome transferring to Memphis.

“I’m really excited,” said Rome told the website. “Seeing the passion that the players have for the program is something I haven’t seen anywhere. They are so optimistic despite a few tough seasons and have such great drive there.”

As Rome will graduate from Nebraska this summer, he will be eligible to play immediately in 2013. The defensive tackle will have three years of eligibility.

Booted off the Nebraska football team in late June following an altercation with a teammate, Ernest Suttles was reportedly ticketed for a transfer to Miami.

The Hurricanes, however, added three transfer defensive linemen over the past week. Where does that leave Suttles and his off-field issue? Walking to Memphis, reportedly.

According to Sean Callahan of HuskerOnline.com, the defensive end has decided to transfer to Memphis and will continue his playing career with the Tigers.

Memphis freshman RB Marquis Warford has decided to leave the Tigers' football program.

He announced the decision on Twitter, writing simply, "[A] change is needed." Head coach Justin Fuente subsequently confirmed Warford's intentions. "Man I'm just trying to play ball, when it comes down to it I want to win and compete simple," Warford tweeted. No reason was given for Warford's decision. Warford, a three-star member of Memphis' 2013 recruiting class, finished second on the team with 303 rushing yards.