Memphis head football coach Mike Norvell announced Monday that he will retain current interim head coach Darrell Dickey as he assembles his first coaching staff at the University of Memphis. Dickey is currently serving as the Tigers' interim coach for the upcoming Birmingham Bowl and is finishing his eighth season overall, the fourth in this current stint, with the Memphis football team.
"I am extremely excited to announce that Darrell Dickey will be remaining on staff at the University of Memphis," Norvell said. "I cannot think of a better first hire for this coaching staff.