Category: Black College Football

Former Alabama A&M Receiver Franck Pierre Commits To Alabama State

Brandon King

Alabama State has added another experienced playmaker to its receiving corps, as former Alabama A&M wide receiver Franck Pierre announced his commitment to the Hornets via social media. Pierre arrives in Montgomery after a productive season with the Bulldogs, where he recorded 33 receptions for 548 yards and five touchdowns. His ability to stretch the field and create explosive plays gives Alabama State another weapon as the program looks to build on its recent success and compete for a SWAC championship in 2026. The move is particularly noteworthy because it…

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Bethune-Cookman’s Patrick Brown Earns NFL Bill Walsh Fellowship With Houston Texans

Brandon King

Bethune-Cookman continues to make noise beyond the field as one of its rising staff members earns a coveted NFL opportunity. HBCU coach headed to the league stage Bethune-Cookman special teams coordinator and running backs coach Patrick Brown has been selected for the NFL Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship, where he will join the Houston Texans during their offseason program. For Brown, the opportunity represents more than a résumé boost—it’s a chance to step directly into the NFL environment, absorb professional-level coaching operations, and learn things he can take back to…

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2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Between Howard and Alabama A&M To Air Nationally on ABC

Brandon King

The 2026 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge between Howard University and Alabama A&M University will officially air nationally on ABC on Saturday, August 29 at 7:30 PM ET from Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta.   The announcement continues the MEAC/SWAC Challenge’s role as one of the premier showcases in HBCU football, giving both programs a major national platform to open the 2026 college football season.   This year’s matchup also carries added intrigue:

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Former UCLA quarterback Parker Mcquarrie commits to JSCU

Brandon King

Johnson C. Smith University has added a notable name to its quarterback room, as former 4-star signal caller Parker McQuarrie announced his commitment to the Golden Bulls. McQuarrie brings a unique football journey to Charlotte. Coming out of high school, he was rated a 4-star prospect by Rivals coming out of St. Paul’s (Concord, N.H), where he led the Pelicans to consecutive state titles in his first two seasons. He was regarded as one of the more highly touted quarterback prospects in his class and originally signed with UCLA as…

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HBCU GO Unveils 2026 Televised Football Lineup Featuring 13 National Broadcast Games

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HBCU Gp announced their televised slated of football games for the 2026 season. The 13-game lineup, running from August 29 through November 21, continues HBCU GO’s mission of elevating HBCU athletics on a national stage through free streaming and broadcast distribution across multiple platforms. 🏈 Full 2026 HBCU GO TV Schedule Week 1 – Aug. 29North Carolina Central vs. Texas Southern Week 2 – Sept. 5Edward Waters vs. Jackson State Week 3 – Sept. 12Alcorn State vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Week 4 – Sept. 19Tennessee State vs. Florida A&M Week 5…

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SWAC Programs Hit with Postseason Bans Amid APR Violations

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference is dealing with a major postseason shake-up after multiple programs were handed NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) penalties, placing their football seasons in limbo before a snap is even taken. Three SWAC programs—Alabama A&M Bulldogs, Florida A&M Rattlers, and Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils—have been flagged for Level Two APR sanctions, which include postseason bans and competitive restrictions for the upcoming cycle. 📉 The Schools Impacted All three programs fell below the NCAA’s academic performance threshold, triggering postseason ineligibility tied to multi-year academic outcomes. 📊 Reported…

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JaCobian Morgan Signs CFL Deal with Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Brandon King

Former Jackson State quarterback JaCobian Morgan is taking his talents to the professional level, signing with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League. Morgan’s signing marks another milestone for both his career and the continued visibility of HBCU talent on the professional stage. 🔍 A Proven Winner at Jackson State During his time with the Jackson State Tigers, Morgan developed into one of the SWAC’s most reliable quarterbacks.  The 2025 appeared in 26 games for the Tigers, completing 325 of 525 passes for 4,080 yards and 40 touchdowns, showcasing poise, arm strength, and command of the offense.…

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Black College All-American Team and Black College Football Poll will debut in 2026

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Courtesy of the Southwestern Athletic Conference BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Black College Football Poll (BCFP) and the Black College Football All-American teams will make inaugural debuts just in time for the start of the 2026 college football season as it was announced on Wednesday, April 22nd. The Black College Football Poll and the Black College Football All-American teams have been formally endorsed and sanctioned by the two NCAA Division I conferences (Southwestern Athletic Conference and the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) along with the two NCAA Division II conferences (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association and…

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Tennessee State adds former Memphis forward Daniel Vieira-Tuck

Brandon King

Image via University of Memphis Athletics Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball continues its active offseason, adding another piece to its roster with the commitment of Daniel Vieira-Tuck, a former Memphis Tigers men’s basketball forward who most recently played at Texas A&M-Texarkana. Vieira-Tuck began his collegiate career at Memphis, where he was part of a high-level program before departing due to academic ineligibility. He spent this past season at Texas A&M-Texarkana, where his stint was limited to just seven games, but he made the most of those opportunities—averaging 13.4 points, 4.1…

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Southern v Alabama State moved to Legion Field

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Courtesy of the Southwestern Athletic Conference: BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The City of Birmingham is set to host a marquee football matchup at historic Legion Field during the 2026 season, following approval from the Birmingham City Council. The event will feature a highly anticipated clash between the Southern Jaguars and the Alabama State Hornets on Saturday, August 29th. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin expressed appreciation for the council’s support, noting the city’s continued rise as a destination for major sporting events. He also emphasized that hosting this game represents a significant achievement not only…

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