Former TxSo star, NFL DB was at fault in death, authorities say
New details have emerged about the death of former Texas Southern star and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Tray Walker. A report obtained by the Baltimore Sun shows that Walker was at fault as he was not wearing a motorcycle helmet and had cannabinoids in his system at the time of his death last spring.From the Sun: Walker’s […]
Talent Warp: How the MEAC became the top HBCU-to-NFL producer
The newest HBCU alumni in NFL numbers are in and two trends continue. The number of players on opening day NFL rosters (33) continues to decline, while the number of players from the MEAC continue to compose a majority of those players. The MEAC accounts for 19 of the HBCU products in the NFL, according to […]
Former SCSU, NFL star’s son commits to Nebraska
Robert Porcher had one of the greatest pro careers of any MEAC defensive player outside of Harry Carson after leaving South Carolina State. His son, Robert Porcher IV hopes to follow in his footsteps in the NFL, but he won’t be doing it at his alma mater or any other HBCU as he has committed […]
New NFL diversity outreach to MEAC and SWAC could produce the next Sashi Brown
Last weekend we watched as only players from HBCUs heard their name called in the NFL Draft. A week later, it looks as though the NFL is hoping to increase the number of HBCU alumni it employees – off the field. There will soon be more job opportunities in the NFL for students at schools […]
HBCU Gameday Podcast: Post Draft breakdown with Football Gameplan’s Emory Hunt
The NFL Draft has come and gone, giving hundreds of young men the chance to continue to pursue their NFL dreams. Three former HBCU players–South Carolina State’s Javon Hargrave and Temmarrick Hemmingway, along with North Carolina Central’s Ryan Smith–were picked over the weekend. Several other players signed as undrafted free agents and others got tryouts. […]
HBCU Draft Prospects: North Carolina Central DB Ryan Smith
Former NCCU Football DB Ryan Smith is one of the most-talked about small-school prospects in this year’s draft class. We’ve had the pleasure for following him throughout his career at NCCU, including this standout performance against North Carolina A&T in 2014. A second-team All-MEAC performer in 2015, Smith’s size–6’0, 190– and athleticism have made him […]
Three MEAC players earn invite to NFL Combine
Now that the Super Bowl is over, the NFL Draft Combine is the next big thing on the football clock. Three former HBCU stars, all of them from the MEAC, will get the chance to show their skills in the NFL’s pre-draft showcase. North Carolina Central defensive back Ryan Smith will join South Carolina State […]
Former BCU star and NFL lineman Damion Cook dies of heart attack
Damion Cook, (no. 95 on the back row) died of a heart attack at age 36. (Jet photo) A former Black College All-American and NFL player is no longer with us. Former Bethune-Cookman defensive lineman Damion Cook, 36, died on Friday after suffering a heart attack while moving into his home. Cook played at BCU […]
HBCU Undrafted Free Agent Tracker
Arizona Cardinals *QB, Phil Sims (Winston-Salem State)*DE, Alfy Hill (Winston-Salem State) Baltimore Ravens QB, Jerry Lovelocke (Prairie View) Cleveland Browns DB, De’Aunte Saunders (Tennessee State)*CB, Travis Lee (Miles)*WR/KR Brendon Felder (Winston-Salem State) Oakland RaidersWR, Milton Williams (Delaware State)Pittsburgh Steelers DT, Nigel Crawford-Nixon (St. Aug) Houston Texans OLB, Lynden Trail (Norfolk State) Green Bay Packers G, […]
A&T’s Desmond Lawrence impresses legendary NFL scout with speed
Desmond Lawerence isn’t a big name outside of North Caroina, but that may soon change. The NC A&T receiver left a big-time impression on a legendary scout with his performance at the school’s pro day last month. The 5’9 wide receiver ran a sub 4.4 40 yard dash twice on March 24, impressing long-time NFL […]
Five HBCU alumni to compete in NFL Veterans Combine
Former Texas Southern receiver Joe Anderson will participate in the first-ever NFL Veteran’s Combine. (eagledelphia.com photo) For years, the NFL Combine has been the chief proving ground for NFL hopefuls. Now that hope is being spread not only to rookies, but younger veterans as well. Five former HBCU standouts will participate in the first-ever NFL […]
NFL Clowns Tennessee State’s Robert Myers at Combine
Tennessee State offensive lineman Robert Myers is one of four HBCU prospects at this week’s NFL Combine, which is a pretty big deal. So are his thighs, apparently. **QUADZILLA ALERT** Robert Myers is a LARGE man. “Legs busting out of shorts” large. WATCH: http://t.co/BiCJ8kHwSJ pic.twitter.com/UMKUunuD1r– NFL (@nfl) February 20, 2015 Sports Illustrated called him “The […]
Draft Trail: Norfolk State’s Lynden Trail turning heads with size and versatility
Norfolk State’s Lynden Trail has been catching passes during Senior Week practice. (Twitter.com) The NFL Draft hasn’t been kind to HBCU prospects as of late, but don’t expect that to hold Lynden Trail back. The 6’6, 262 pound Norfolk State defensive end/linebacker prospect is starting to turn heads early in the NFL Draft prep process. […]
NFL HBCU Alumni Series: Dallas Cowboys
By Steven J. Gaither Most football fans know that the Dallas Cowboys are one of the NFL’s most storied pro football franchises. What many people don’t know is that the team owes much of its success to finding players from the HBCU ranks. Here is a list of the greatest Dallas Cowboys from historically black […]
Roll Call: HBCU Alumni In NFL Camps
With the entire NFL now involved in training camp, we figured it was as good a time as any to take a look at which HBCU alumni were in NFL Camps. According to our count, 69 former HBCU stars are currently participating in training camp action. The program with the most players in NFL Camps […]