Author: Brandon King

From UPS to Division I: David Jones’ Inspiring Journey to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Before earning an opportunity to play Division I football, Jones was working at UPS while continuing to chase his football dreams. That grind eventually led him to Livingstone College, where he continued developing as a defensive lineman and putting himself in position for the next opportunity. Now, that opportunity has arrived. Jones is transferring to Mississippi Valley State University, where he will continue his football career at the Division I level with the Delta Devils. His story is about much more than football. It’s about continuing to work toward a…

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“Green Screen” Air Jordan 11 Release Date Moved Up to November 14

Brandon King

The Air Jordan 11 “Green Screen” is moving up on the release calendar. According to sneaker insider, the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the upcoming Space Jam-inspired Air Jordan 11 is now expected to release November 14, 2026, one day before the 30th anniversary of Space Jam. The release was previously expected on November 16, making the new date an even more fitting drop for one of the most nostalgic sneaker-and-movie collaborations of the year. The “Green Screen” colorway draws inspiration from the behind-the-scenes green-screen filming used during the production of Space Jam.…

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Norfolk State Blitzes Winston-Salem State 56-0 in Dominant Season Opener

Brandon King

Image via The Winston-Salem Journal Norfolk State opened the 2026 football season with a statement. The Spartans overwhelmed Winston-Salem State from start to finish Saturday night, cruising to a 56-0 victory in their season opener behind a dominant offensive performance and a suffocating defensive effort. The victory gave head coach Michael Vick an emphatic start to his second season at the helm and marked Norfolk State’s first shutout since 2019. The Spartans also recorded their first 50-point performance since 2021. Norfolk State wasted little time establishing control. Quarterback Deljay Bailey…

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Howard Scores Late TD to Claim MEAC/SWAC Challenge, 31-24, Over Alabama A&M

Brandon King

Howard opened the 2026 HBCU football season with a thrilling comeback victory, defeating Alabama A&M 31-24 Saturday night in the 20th Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta. The Bison overcame a second-half rally by the Bulldogs and scored the go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter to escape with the victory. Howard quarterback Ja’Shawn Scroggins delivered a career-best performance, completing 19 of 36 passes for 315 yards and three touchdowns while adding 49 yards on the ground. Howard Takes Early Control The Bison jumped out to a…

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Jackson State Survives Tennessee State 26-24 in Wild John A. Merritt Classic Finish

Brandon King

Jackson State opened the 2026 season with a thrilling 26-24 victory over Tennessee State on Saturday night, overcoming a fourth-quarter deficit and surviving a late field-goal attempt to secure the season-opening win. The Tigers wasted little time making an impact. On Jackson State’s opening drive, quarterback Jared Lockhart sold a play-action fake on 3rd-and-6, stepped up in the pocket and found a wide-open Jabari Jones for an 88-yard touchdown pass. The explosive play gave Jackson State an early 7-0 advantage. Tennessee State answered immediately. On the ensuing drive, quarterback Daylin…

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Florida A&M Opens Quinn Fordham Gray Sr Era With 20-7 Win Over Albany State

Brandon King

The FAMU Rattlers and new coach Quinn Gray opened their season Saturday, Aug. 28, against Albany State at Bragg Memorial Stadium.( image via Sarah Cheatham) Florida A&M opened the Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. era in winning fashion Saturday night, defeating Albany State 20-7 at Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium. The victory was especially significant for Gray, who faced his former program in his first game as FAMU’s head coach. Gray previously led the Albany State Golden Rams for the previous three seasons before taking over the Rattlers program.…

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South Carolina State Blasts Savannah State 87-0 Behind Explosive First Half

Brandon King

ORANGEBURG, S.C. — South Carolina State opened the season with an emphatic 87-0 victory over Savannah State. The Bulldogs scored 21 points in the first quarter. Quarterback Keely Watson threw touchdown passes to Malaqhi Jones from 23 yards and Mason Pickett-Hicks from 9 yards, while Ronnie Robinson added a 30-yard touchdown run. SC State added 31 points in the second quarter to take a 52-0 halftime lead, emphatically slamming the door on the competitive portion of the evening’s festivities. Watson connected with Tyler Smith for his third touchdown pass, Zaivan…

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Alabama State Rallies Past Southern, 30-17, in Inaugural Birmingham Football Classic

Brandon King

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Alabama State opened the 2026 football season with a statement, rallying from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Southern University 30-17 in the inaugural Birmingham Football Classic at historic Legion Field on Saturday. The Hornets entered the season ranked No. 4 in the preseason Black College Football Poll after going 10-2 in 2025, while Southern was beginning a new era under Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk. (https://www.wsfa.com⁠) Southern controlled much of the first half. Mike Franklin opened the scoring with a 30-yard touchdown run, and…

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Sophie Cunningham Is Making Her Case for WNBA Sixth Player of the Year

Brandon King

Sophie Cunningham is in the mix for the WNBA’s Sixth Woman of the Year award. The Indiana Fever are putting their support behind Cunningham’s candidacy, and her production off the bench has been one of the team’s biggest weapons this season. Cunningham is averaging 8.4 points per game while shooting a career-high 47.6% from the field and a career-best 44.1% from three-point range. Her 8.4 off the bench ranks third in the league, trailing only the Valkyries’ Janelle Salaüm and Tiffany Hayes , who averages 12.9 and 8.9 , respectively.…

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49ers Owner Jed York’s Arrest Bodycam Released: Police Stunned by Cash Found in His Wallet

Brandon King

Newly released body-camera footage is providing a closer look at the arrest of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York — and one moment involving his wallet is quickly getting the most attention. The footage, released by the East Palestine Police Department and obtained by TMZ, shows officers detaining York during an undercover prostitution sting in East Palestine, Ohio. Newly released body-camera footage is providing a closer look at the arrest of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York — and one moment involving his wallet is quickly getting the most attention.…

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