Atlanta Falcons to workout former Alcorn State, XFL star
The Atlanta Falcons are giving a former HBCU star a shot after a hot season in the XFL.
CIAA to NFL: Kion Smith’s outlook with the Atlanta Falcons
Kion Smith signed with the Atlanta Falcons after going undrafted in the 2021 NFL Draft. The former Fayetteville State University lineman could come in and make an instant impact with the Dirty Birds who struggled in run blocking. With OTAs in full swing, Smith is confident in his performance so far. “My biggest takeaways has […]
Bowie State alumnus Khari Lee lands deal with Atlanta Falcons after a stint in XFL
The Falcons will give the former CIAA star a chance to play next season.
Clark Atlanta and Morehouse head coaches going to Falcons camp
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Former HBCU coach to take over Atlanta-area high school
Former Morehouse College coach Rich Freeman is headed to the high school ranks
Carolina Panthers add HBCU cheerleaders, band to Falcons game
The Carolina Panthers will have plenty of HBCU flavor for their game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
How one MRI saved ATL Falcons Joshua Miles’ life
Miles went for a MRI for his back but was hit with news that changed his life.
Deion Sanders hires Falcons teammate at JSU
Deion Sanders has added a former Atlanta Falcons teammate to his coaching staff. Jason Phillips has lots of collegiate experience.
Tennessee State WR who broke Jerry Rice’s record signs with Falcons
Chris Rowland, Tennessee State’s record-breaking WR/KR headed to the NFC South.
HBCUnity: Clark Atlanta helps Bethune-Cookman football as it waits out Hurricane Dorian
Bethune-Cookman football is in need and Clark Atlanta is stepping up to help.
Kentucky State adds former Falcons assistant as head coach
Kentucky State has replaced John L. Smith with a former Atlanta Falcons defensive coach.
NFL Quarterback’s Brother Could Become Top Target at HBCU
Mekhi Penix, the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr., has joined Mississippi Valley State. The 6-foot-4 receiver could become a top target for the HBCU program in 2026.
Son of HBCU icon lands major NFL coaching role
Like father, like son—DJ Williams follows in Doug Williams’ HBCU legacy, rising from Grambling QB to Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach.
HBCU football HC inducted into Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
From his HS playing career in Stone Mountain to becoming a franchise legend for the Atlanta Falcons and now being the head coach at Morehouse, Terance Mathis is cemented as a Georgia football legend.
HBCU alums join NFL ownership group
3 of the 4 new limited partners in the Atlanta Falcons ownership group graduated from an HBCU.