The Rise of Jerry Mack illustrates difficulty of keeping HBCU coaching talent
North Carolina Central saw something in young Jerry Mack that paid off. The other side to the coin is that keeping a coach like him is nearly impossible for HBCUs.
Willie Simmons didn’t ask for raise to stay at FAMU
Simmons was more concerned about his coaching staff.
HBCU football recruiting reaches star-gazing phase
HBCU football has gotten more star-crazy than ever when it comes to recruiting. But as we’ve seen in HBCU football, stars don’t always predict success.
A&T focused on leaving MEAC on top
North Carolina A&T has been the team to beat in the MEAC for quite a while. That won’t change this spring, even as its on its way out.
Jah-Maine Martin coming back to A&T
Jah-Maine Martin, reigning HBCU Gameday/ PYS Player of the Year, says he will be coming back to play this spring.
SWAC Commish demanding it gets what it is worth
The SWAC Commissioner says that folks are going to have to give the conference what its worth. Including ESPN.
NCAT’s Mac McCain III declares for ’21 NFL Draft
Mac McCain left an impact on the NCAT football program in three years. Now he’s ready for pro football.
South Carolina State lands former ACC RB
South Carolina State has a history of producing great running backs. An SC native and transfer from a Power Five program is hoping to be next up.
Alcorn’s Chris Blair Signs With NFL Playoff Team
The former Alcorn receiver lands in the footsteps of another all-time great Brave pass catcher.
NFL Vet and Former A&T Aggie Tony McRae Gives Back for the Holidays
Tony McRae hosted his first annual Christmas giveaway in his hometown of Laurinburg, North Carolina.
Jackson State coaching staff announced by Deion Sanders
The anticipated announcement includes a mix of NFL, College and High School staffers
NC A&T preps for MEAC spring football ‘last dance’
There was speculation to whether or not NC A&T would opt-out of its final season of MEAC football. The Aggies are moving forward with spring 2021 plans.
FAMU will skip multiple sports, including football
FAMU has has played its last football game as a member of the MEAC. The school has decided to sit out the spring football
Deion Sanders-JSU contract: Five things to know
Deion Sanders and Jackson State have a signed and sealed deal. His base pay is nice, but his incentives speak to the power of his brand.
Spring 2020 FCS Playoffs might be HBCU-less
The MEAC and SWAC schedules appear to place them on the outside-looking-in of spring FCS playoffs. But there could be a bowl game too.