House Joint Resolution 609, sponsored by Representative Vaughan, honors the University of Memphis Tigers football team for their remarkable 2024 season, during which they achieved eleven wins, including a post-season bowl victory. This season marked the first time in the program's history that the Tigers recorded back-to-back double-digit win seasons, and they set a new record for the most wins over a two-year span with a 21-5 record. The team also established a national record by scoring twenty or more points in forty consecutive games and achieved significant victories, including a notable win against Florida State.

The resolution highlights individual accomplishments, particularly those of quarterback Seth Henigan, who became the program's all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns, and was named MVP of the Scooter's Coffee Frisco Bowl. Additionally, running back Mario Anderson, Jr. had a standout season, ranking among the top in the nation for total scrimmage yards and touchdowns. The resolution commends Coach Ryan Silverfield and his staff for their leadership in transforming the team into a competitive force, and it expresses congratulations to the coaches and players for their outstanding achievements during the season.