Tag: HBCU Football

Eriq George enters the transfer portal

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The son of football legend Eddie George, Eriq George, has entered the transfer portal.  The younger George said, in part, in a post on X earlier this week announcing his decision,” The lessons I have learned over the past two years have not only helped me develop as a football player but also as a man. I appreciate the faculty and staff who have guided me in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications. I want to thank my coaches for giving me insight, not only on the field but off…

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Allen football adds Jerrell Allen as defensive backs coach

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image via Allen Athletics Courtesy of Cade Crenshaw, SID, Allen University Allen University head football coach Cedric Pearl is excited to announce the hiring of Jerrell Allen to the Yellow Jackets’ coaching staff. Allen will serve as the defensive back coach for the football program.  “Jerrell always displayed the leadership and reliability that it takes to be successful as a coach when he played for me,” said head football coach Cedric Pearl. “I’m excited about Jerrell joining my staff as one of the best up-and-coming coaches around.” Allen arrives in Columbia after…

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Tennessee State’s Cam Blaylock enters the transfer portal

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In what could be one of the opening salvo in a mass exodus from the Tennessee State football program following the departure of head coach Eddie George, who became the head coach at Bowling Green, Tigers defensive lineman Cam Blaylock has entered the transfer portal.  In a post on his Instagram account, Blaylock, in part, said “Thank you Tennessee State University for welcoming me with open arms and giving me lifelong brothers, unforgettable memories, and experiences I will cherish forever. To my coaches, teammates, friends, and staff – your support…

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Tennessee State’s Sanders Ellis hits the transfer portal (again)

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According to Pete Nakos of On3sports, Tennessee State freshman linebacker Sanders Ellis has entered the transfer portal.  This is the second time this offseason season that Ellis has entered the transfer portal. He initially entered the portal In December, shortly after Tennessee State was defeated 41-27 by Montana in the FCS Playoffs.  The Nashville, TN native paid immediate dividends once injuries thrust him into the starting lineup, recording 86 total tackles( 59 solos, 27 assisted), 15.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, 2 passes defensed, and 3 fumble recoveries. His gridiron…

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Eddie George accepts head coach position at Bowling Green

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Courtesy of Nick Guerriero, Assistant AD, Media Relations, Tennessee State University Tennessee State University Head Football Coach Eddie George has accepted a new head coaching position with Bowling Green State University. During his four-year tenure, Coach George made a tremendous impact in helping to rebuild, reshape, and restore Tennessee State Football to national prominence. Last season the Heisman winner led the Tigers to their best record in years, finishing 9-4 overall and 6-2 in the conference.  “On behalf of Tennessee State University, I wish Coach Eddie George and his family the best…

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Cedric Pearl announces Allen’s 2025 signing class

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Image via Allen Football Courtesy of Allen Athletics Allen head football coach Cedric Pearl is excited to announce the 33 new Yellow Jackets that have signed their national letters of intent to join the football program as members of the 2025 recruiting class. The signing class features 16 high school signees and 17 collegiate transfers “I’m really excited about this recruiting class,” said Pearl. “We addressed our needs at the offensive line and defensive line positions by adding size and depth. We also recruited the state of South Carolina vigorously and…

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Tennessee State reveals 2025 Football Schedule

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image via Tennessee State football Wednesday afternoon Tennessee State released their 2025 football schedule. The 12-game tilt features a renewal of football acquaintances and an 8-games within the Big South-OVC. Courtesy of Tennessee State Athletics The defending Co-OVC Big South champion Tennessee State University football team has officially announced its 2025 schedule, featuring an exciting slate of matchups, including the annual John Merritt Classic, the Legacy Series, and a total of eight home games. The fifth year of the Eddie George era kicks off on Aug. 30 with the prestigious John Merritt…

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Michael Jones is named Florida Memorial head football coach

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image via FMU Athletics Habtom Keleta, M.A. Assistant Athletics Director for Communications / Sports Information Director Florida Memorial University has officially named Michael Jones head coach of its football program. “I am grateful and excited to accept the position as head football coach of Florida Memorial University,” said Jones. “I personally want to thank President William McCormick and the FMU Administration for this tremendous opportunity.”  The FMU Football Program Mission Statement:  To cultivate an environment that empowers our student-athletes to become better men on and off the field as a direct…

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North Carolina Central announces changes to football coaching staff

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image via North Carolina Central Football Courtesy of N.C. Central Athletics North Carolina Central University head football coach Trei Oliver has announced additions to his coaching staff heading into the 2025 season. Jesse Thompson, who was the safeties coach in 2024, has been promoted to defensive coordinator. Thompson is no stranger to being a coordinator at the FCS level; prior to joining the Eagles in 2024, he was the defensive coordinator at Mississippi Valley State. N.C. Central had 13 interceptions on defense last season, tied for the second most in…

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Tennessee State football finds spot in postseason rankings

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title image via SI The FCS Stats Perform Postseason Poll Rankings were announced and Tennessee State finished 19th.  Tennessee State also landed on the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) rankings, placing 19th in the polls.  In Coach Eddie George’s fourth season at the helm, Tennessee State went 9-4 this season and won a share of the Big Sputh-OVC crown, a feat the program has not achieved since L.C. Cope led the Tigers to the conference-promised land in 1999. In addition, TSU also earned a berth in the FCS Playoffs for the first time since 2013 when Rod Reed guided the program…

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