Richard Thigpen
Richard Thigpen is a three-star recruit from Nashville, TN, out of Ensworth (No. 1,438 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Memphis's 9 games this season.
Where Thigpen comes from
- Nashville, TN
- Ensworth
- About 200 miles from Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,438 in the 2026 class.
Where Thigpen fits
Memphis lists 16 offensive linemen this season.
Memphis offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 14th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Memphis is 7-2. Next: at South Florida, Thu Nov 12.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Ensworth
Also from Nashville, TN
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Memphis -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 14th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Memphis has produced 7 All-Conference offensive linemen. 3 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2020. Travis Burke went on to the NFL out of this room (2026).
Joined Memphis in 2026
- 2026 Memphis HuffYear 1 · Games –
- High school EnsworthNashville, TN · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,438 in the 2026 class. Signed with Memphis.Also from Ensworth: Ethan Utley (Tennessee), Shamar Porter (UConn), Mason Curtis (Michigan) and 10 more.
2026
- Signed with MemphisThree-star, out of Ensworth