Tag: HBCU Football

Prairie View A&M Shakes Up Coaching Staff After 2–5 Start as SWAC Title Defense Hits Turbulence

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The defending SWAC champions are making midseason coaching changes after consecutive conference losses, with offensive coordinator Christopher Buckner and defensive backs coach Darren Garrigan among those reassigned. Prairie View A&M is making changes to its football coaching staff as the Panthers look to turn around a disappointing start to the 2026 season. According to FootballScoop, sources confirmed on Monday, October 12, that Prairie View A&M is making multiple coaching staff changes after opening the season with a 2–5 record. Additional reporting from Sports Illustrated’s HBCU coverage identified offensive coordinator Christopher…

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Jackson State Lands 2027 Linebacker Aaron Black, Who Held Offers From Florida State, Nebraska and More

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image via the Gwinnett Daily Post Jackson State football adds another recruiting win as three-star-level attention from major programs highlights the Tigers’ latest commitment. Jackson State football has landed a commitment from 2027 linebacker Aaron Black, a prospect from Grayson High School in Georgia who held offers from several prominent college football programs. Black’s reported offers included Florida State, North Carolina, Iowa State and Nebraska, along with other schools. The linebacker announced his commitment on social media, expressing gratitude to the people who have supported him throughout his football journey.…

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HBCU BREAKING: Alcorn State’s Jaylon Tolbert, Morgan State’s Cameron Edge Named to 2027 HBCU Legacy Bowl

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Two HBCU quarterbacks are officially Legacy Bound! Alcorn State’s Jaylon Tolbert and Morgan State’s Cameron Edge have been announced as the first players selected for the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced the selections on October 13, recognizing two quarterbacks who have delivered impressive performances during the 2026 college football season. Tolbert will represent Team Robinson, while Edge has been selected for Team Gaither. Jaylon Tolbert — Alcorn State Tolbert has led the Braves’ passing attack with impressive production through six games. Tolbert…

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North Carolina A&T’s Kevin White Named CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week

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GREENSBORO, N.C. — Come on, now! The CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week honor belongs to a DAWG! North Carolina A&T junior quarterback Kevin White has been named the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Football Offensive Player of the Week following his clutch performance in the Aggies’ 30-27 overtime victory over New Hampshire. White delivered a standout performance, throwing for 230 yards and three touchdowns while adding 38 rushing yards. His biggest moment came late in regulation, when he connected on a 19-yard touchdown pass on the final play to…

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Tennessee State’s Cam Bulluck Named OVC Offensive Player of the Week After Monster Performance

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Cam Bulluck delivered one of the biggest receiving performances of the season for Tennessee State football, earning Ohio Valley Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors. The Tennessee State Tigers have another reason to celebrate despite their latest result on the football field. Junior wide receiver Cam Bulluck has been named the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Football Offensive Player of the Week after producing a career-best performance against UT Martin. Bulluck finished with seven receptions for 191 yards and three touchdowns, averaging an impressive 27.3 yards per catch. His performance…

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South Carolina State Falls to Charleston Southern, 49–39, Despite 470 Yards of Offense

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image via Kelvin L. Bonnette 39 SCS 49 Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F SCS 6 10 15 8 39 CSU 14 21 7 7 49 South Carolina State showed offensive resilience on the road Saturday, but costly special-teams plays and turnovers proved too much to overcome in a 49–39 loss to Charleston Southern. The Bulldogs finished with 470 total yards, 27 first downs and 35:29 in possession time, yet the Buccaneers capitalized on explosive plays to secure the 10-point victory. How the game was decided Charleston Southern established control…

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Tennessee State Outgains UT Martin but Turnovers Doom Tigers in 42-28 Loss

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image via Tennessee State Athletics NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State built an early 14-point lead and generated 391 yards of total offense, but costly turnovers and a struggling rushing attack proved too much to overcome in a 42-28 loss to UT Martin on Saturday. The Tigers jumped out to a 14-0 first-quarter advantage behind quarterback Daylin Lee, who connected with Aaron Duncan II for a 21-yard touchdown before finding Cam Bulluck for an explosive 99-yard scoring strike. Tennessee State carried a 21-14 lead into halftime, but the Skyhawks took control…

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Morgan State Rallies Past Robert Morris, 28-27, Behind Keith Jenkins Jr.’s Two Touchdowns

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Image via Chris Thompkins/Morgan State Athletics Morgan State produced a thrilling comeback Saturday, overcoming a 14-point deficit to defeat Robert Morris 28-27 in a dramatic football showdown. The Bears used an explosive third quarter to erase an early deficit before Keith Jenkins Jr. delivered the decisive touchdown with just 24 seconds remaining. Morgan State’s ability to run the football and respond under pressure proved crucial in the one-point victory. Robert Morris built a 14-0 lead behind quarterback Carson Haggard, who connected with Attawan Mays for a 28-yard touchdown in the…

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FAMU Spoils Alabama State’s Homecoming With Insane 28-27 Comeback

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A.J. Burris catches touchdowns of 88 and 89 yards as Florida A&M erases a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun Alabama State. Florida A&M erased a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat Alabama State 28-27 and spoil the Hornets’ homecoming in Montgomery. The Rattlers trailed 27-14 before quarterback Armond Parker connected with wide receiver A.J. Burris for touchdowns of 88 and 89 yards. The explosive strikes powered FAMU’s comeback and flipped the game in the final quarter. A.J. Burris delivers two game-changing touchdowns Alabama State extended its lead to 27-14 on Andrew…

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South Carolina State’s perfect season ends on walk-off field goal

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ORANGEBURG, S.C. — South Carolina State’s perfect start to the 2026 season came to a heartbreaking end Saturday afternoon. The Citadel stunned the No. 15/12 Bulldogs 34-31, with Evan Kiely drilling a 31-yard field goal as time expired to give The Citadel its first victory over a ranked opponent since 2022. SC State entered the matchup 5-0 and nationally ranked, but The Citadel repeatedly answered every Bulldog push — and ultimately delivered the knockout punch on the final play of the game.  The loss snapped SC State’s five-game winning streak…

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