HBCUs face new challenges in wake of NCAA Settlement
The NCAA House settlement lets schools pay athletes—but what does it mean for underfunded HBCUs? Here’s how SWAC and others are preparing for a new era.
HBCU National Championship thriving under revamped schedule
The 10th Celebration Bowl, HBCU football’s national championship game, kicks off Dec. 13, 2025, at noon ET on ABC. With rising attendance and record-breaking viewership, the game continues to grow in national impact.
NFL great receives golden diploma at HBCU graduation
Walter Payton celebrated on his 50th graduation anniversary.
Super Bowl champ, HBCU alum joins NFL coaching fellowship
HBCU alum and Super Bowl champ Nick Collins returns to coach with the Green Bay Packers through the Bill Walsh Fellowship, all while serving as the cornerbacks coach at his alma mater, Bethune-Cookman.
HBCU ‘Hard Knocks’ star gets FBS opportunity
Elin Jones, a standout HBCU football player from Johnson C. Smith University and star of Brick x Brick, is headed to Western Kentucky after overcoming injury and long odds.
Philadelphia Eagles legends to battle as HBCU coaches in stadium
Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson will bring their HBCU football matchup to the Link.
ACC quarterback headed to HBCU program
A former Boston College quarterback is taking his talents to an FCS HBCU.
Las Vegas HBCU Classic to air on Black-owned broadcast network
The inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic partners with HBCUGoTV to deliver an authentic, Black-owned broadcast experience in one of the world’s most advanced stadiums.
HBCU star makes 2025 All-UFL team
Chris Rowland, the former Tennessee State star, has made a mark in the UFL.
HBCU coach gets real about D1 transfers
This long-time HBCU coach gives a different perspective on Power conference transfers.
HBCU Football Revisited: 2000 Celebration Bowl Champion
The 2000 MEAC and SWAC champs met during the regular season. Who would have won the Celebration Bowl.
HBCU football revenge match moved to NFL stadium
Florida A&M is set to face Mississippi Valley State at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on October 4, 2025, in a high-stakes HBCU football rematch packed with rivalry, revenge, and NFL flair.
Former HBCU HC joins NFL coaching fellowship
Dawson Odums joins Jacksonville Jaguars training camp staff as part of the NFL’s Bill Walsh Diversity Fellowship.
Jackson State woman kicker turns pro, stays at HBCU
Jackson State kicker Leilani Armenta goes pro while finishing her degree at the HBCU she still calls home.
HBCU football season opener returns to ABC Primetime
The 2025 MEAC/SWAC Challenge is setting the tone for HBCU football in a big way—returning to ABC primetime to kick off the season in front of a national audience.