Tag: Mississippi Valley State Football

From UPS to Division I: David Jones’ Inspiring Journey to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Before earning an opportunity to play Division I football, Jones was working at UPS while continuing to chase his football dreams. That grind eventually led him to Livingstone College, where he continued developing as a defensive lineman and putting himself in position for the next opportunity. Now, that opportunity has arrived. Jones is transferring to Mississippi Valley State University, where he will continue his football career at the Division I level with the Delta Devils. His story is about much more than football. It’s about continuing to work toward a…

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Nicholls Dominates Mississippi Valley State 44-10 in Season Opener

Brandon King

THIBODAUX, La. — Mississippi Valley State’s 2026 football season got off to a difficult start Thursday night as the Delta Devils were overwhelmed by Nicholls, falling 44-10 at Manning Field at John L. Guidry Stadium. Nicholls set the tone early and never looked back, racing to a 37-0 halftime advantage behind a dominant offensive performance and a defense that forced four turnovers in the first half. Nicholls quarterback Ean Rodrigue completed 16 of 25 passes for 264 yards and three touchdowns, connecting with Jordan Smith and Greg Donaldson on explosive…

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Michael Penix Jr.’s Brother Mekhi Penix Transfers to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Via: Mekhi Penix (@m.penix13/Instagram) Mississippi Valley State has added a recognizable name to its football program, landing wide receiver Mekhi Penix, the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound receiver announced his commitment to the Delta Devils on social media after spending the 2025 season at Independence Community College. He appeared in 8 games for Independence Community College in 2025. He recorded 17 receptions for 234 yards and 2 touchdowns in those eight appearances. Mekhi now heads to Itta Bena looking to continue his collegiate…

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SWAC Announces 2026 Football Media Day Attendees

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has officially released the list of head coaches and student-athletes who will represent each program at the 2026 SWAC Football Media Day, set for July 15 in Birmingham, Alabama. The annual event serves as the unofficial kickoff to the SWAC football season, featuring preseason storylines, player availability, and the release of the predicted order of finish. Each of the 12 member institutions will be represented by its head coach along with two student-athletes. 🏈 2026 SWAC Football Media Day Attendees Alabama A&M Alabama State Alcorn State…

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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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Mississippi Valley has an opponent for the Chicago Football Classic – here’s who they will be playing

Brandon King

Last month, when Mississippi Valley State football released its 2026 schedule, there was a glaring hole in the Delta Devils’ 12-game docket: their opponent for the Chicago Football Classic.  Like the mystery partner in an NWA steel cage tag team match, speculation arose as to who the yet-to-be-named/determined opponent might be.  We now know who that opponent will be.  When the Delta Devils take Soldier Field on September 12, th team on the opposing sideline will be the Lions of Lincoln (PA) of the CIAA.  This will be the first…

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Mississippi Valley State football unveils 2026 schedule

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Image via MVSU Football Courtesy of Mississippi Valley State Athletics ITTA BENA, Miss. – The Mississippi Valley State University football program enters year two of the Terrell Buckley era and has an exciting four-game home schedule as well as a return trip to the Chicago Football Classic for the first time in three years. The 2026 campaign will begin on Thursday, August 27 down in the heart of the bayou as the Delta Devils travel to Nicholls for the second time in three seasons. Next up will be the first ever meeting between…

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