Tag: Alcorn State Football

Alcorn State Mourns the Loss of Hall of Famer Arnold Walker III

Brandon King

Arnold Walker III wasn’t simply a former Alcorn State football player. He was one of the greatest to ever wear the purple and gold. Alcorn State University and Brave Nation are mourning the loss of Arnold Walker III, a Hall of Famer whose name remains firmly etched into the history of Alcorn football. Walker, who died in 2026 at the age of 35, left behind a football legacy that places him among the most accomplished players in the storied history of the Alcorn State program. In fact, Alcorn State once…

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Alcorn State’s Eric Thomas Jr., Demetrion Duvall Named to BOXTOROW HBCU Preseason All-America Team

Brandon King

Image via Alcorn State Football Alcorn State is represented by two Braves on the 2026 BOXTOROW HBCU Preseason All-America Team. Defensive lineman Eric Thomas Jr. and specialist Demetrion Duvall were recognized Monday as part of the preseason squad, giving Alcorn State additional national recognition heading into the 2026 football season. Thomas Jr. returns as a key piece of the Braves’ defensive front. The 6-foot-3 defensive lineman appeared in 11 games during the 2025 season and recorded 23 tackles, four tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks. (Alabama State University Athletics⁠) Duvall…

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Alcorn’s Qwynnterio Cole inks deal with UFL team

Brandon King

Former Alcorn State safety Qwynnterio Cole has re-signed with the St. Louis Battlehawks.  Cole began his collegiate career at Alcorn State, where in his three seasons he recorded 170 total tackles ( 96 solo, 74 assisted) , 5 tackles for loss, 8 interceptions, 14 passes defensed, 3 forced fumbles and 2 fumble recoveries.  The Memphis, Tennessee native racked numerous accolades including being named a 2-time HBCU All-American (2018, 2019), All-SWAC First Team (2018), Preseason All-SWAC First Team (2019) and FCS Preseason All-America (2020).  Cole transferred to Louisville for his senior…

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