Tag: Isaiah Knowles

BREAKING: FAMU Starting QB Isaiah Knowles Out for Season

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Florida A&M will be without starting quarterback Isaiah Knowles for the remainder of the 2026 season. Knowles, who was named the Rattlers’ starting quarterback ahead of the season, suffered an injury to his throwing hand during FAMU’s Orange Blossom Classic matchup against South Carolina State. The redshirt senior transferred to FAMU from Albany State and entered the season as one of the key pieces of the Rattlers’ new-look offense. Knowles made his FAMU debut in Week 0, completing 14 of 23 passes for 190 yards and a touchdown. His season-ending…

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Albany State Names JD Davis Starting QB for Season Opener

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Albany State has officially named Jeffrey “JD” Davis its starting quarterback for the 2026 season opener against Florida A&M. Davis won the quarterback competition following Albany State’s second preseason scrimmage and will make his Golden Rams debut Saturday night in Tallahassee. Head coach David Bowser said Davis separated himself from the competition with his poise and consistency when the pressure increased. “He showed the most poise and consistency during the last two scrimmages,” Bowser said. The announcement comes after a preseason battle that included multiple quarterbacks, with Davis competing against…

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FAMU names Isaiah Knowles starting QB for Week 0 after decorated Albany State career

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Florida A&M has officially found its leader under center for the start of the 2026 season. The Rattlers announced Monday that transfer quarterback Isaiah Knowles will open the season as the team’s starting quarterback for its Week 0 matchup, ending any speculation surrounding the position heading into the season opener. Knowles arrives in Tallahassee after an outstanding career at Albany State, where he established himself as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in Division II and HBCU football. During his time with the Golden Rams, he earned SIAC Offensive Player…

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Isaiah Knowles commits to FAMU

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In a development that should surprise no one, former Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles has committed to Florida A&M.  Knowles announced his next collegiate landing spot in a post on X that was captioned “COMMITTED 🐍.” This season Knowles completed 177 of 286 passes for 2,151 yards 18 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. He helped guide the Golden Rams to a 12-2 overall record and an undefeated 8-0 run through the SIAC on the way to the program’s 16th SIAC championship. The back-to-back SIAC Offensive Player of the Year led an…

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Isaiah Knowles enters the transfer portal

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Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles has hopped into the transfer portal. The 2025 SIAC Preseason Offensive Player of the Year and two-time All-SIAC performer announced the move in a post on X captioned “Officially in the NCAA Transfer Portal.” The Navy transfer has appeared in 21 games, completing 371 of 583 passes for 4,726 yards, 50 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions while adding another 394 yards and 11 scores on 180 rushes. We we This season Knowles helped lead the Golden Rams to their 16th SIAC Championship and advanced to the…

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Isaiah Knowles named a finalist for Harlon Hill Trophy

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The list of Finalists for the Harlon Hill Award was announced, and Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles was among the 36 names listed as potential recipients of the prestigious honor.  The Golden Rams went 10-1 overall and a perfect 8-0 in the SIAC on the path to their 16th conference crown as well as a berth in the NCAA Division II Playoffs. Knowles played  him a prominent role in the Golden Rams’ reascension to the top of the SIAC mountain, as the graduate student at the controls of the Albany…

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Isaiah Knowles named SIAC Offensive Player of the Week

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For his gridiron exploits this past week, Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles was named SIAC Offensive Player of the Week.  After missing the Golden Rams’ previous three contests while being in concussion protocols, Knowles made his return Saturday in the highly anticipated matchup against Benedict, who was also undefeated in the SIAC.  The Tampa, Florida native quickly made his impact, throwing three first half touchdowns as he helped Albany State jump out to a 24-0 halftime lead on the way to a 31-3 lead to emphatically establishing the Golden Rams’…

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Albany State’s Isaiah Knowles nominated for Harlin Hill trophy

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title image via Albany State Football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany State University’s redshirt sophomore quarterback, Isaiah Knowles, has been nominated for the 2024 Harlon Hill Trophy, an award that recognizes the most valuable player in NCAA Division II college football. Knowles is one of 43 student-athletes nationwide nominated for this prestigious honor, often referred to as the Division II equivalent of the Heisman Trophy. The Harlon Hill Trophy, named in honor of former University of North Alabama standout and NFL player Harlon Hill, has been awarded annually since 1986…

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