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In a shocking turn in the Chicago Bears’ search for their next head coach, Tennessee State head coach Eddie George is interviewing with the team on Sunday for the open vacancy, according to a report by Fox Sports’s Jay Glazer. “The Chicago Bears, who I know Ben Johnson is on their list, here’s a surprise […]

At Jackson State’s National Championship celebration, T.C. Taylor was asked about the team’s condition when he took over in 2022, per a video by WJTV reporter David Edelstein. The question focused on Deion Sanders’ departure, which saw several players leaving through the transfer portal and many coaches, some of whom joined Sanders in Colorado. “I […]

Norfolk State University head coach Michael Vick continues to strengthen his football program, landing another former FBS quarterback. Earlier this week, Israel Carter, who spent the first two seasons of his college career at the University of South Florida, announced his commitment to the Spartans. “Couldn’t thank God enough for opening this door for me,” […]

New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu is one of the WNBA stars competing in the all-new Unrivaled League not long after her off-season surgery. After the Liberty’s WNBA Finals win against the Minnesota Lynx, Ionescu had surgery in December to repair a torn UCL in her right thumb. However, per ESPN’s Kendra Andrews, she was […]

The latest episode of the DeSean Jackson and Shady McCoy led 25/10 Show was intriguing as Jackson sat down and revealed the full process of his hire to Delaware State. Amongst some of the more interesting tidbits, such as Cris Carter also being up for the Delaware State job, the most interesting news from the podcast has […]

On the most recent episode of the 25/10 Show, DeSean Jackson gave the full rundown of him becoming the head coach of Delaware State and what’s in store over the next few months. During the podcast, he spoke about his connection with Michael Vick following them both getting HBCU head coaching opportunities. “So, you know, […]

Norfolk State is already a strong force in athletics, with competitive men’s and women’s basketball teams and solid performances across other sports. However, Michael Vick aims to revitalize the football program, which has struggled to find success since joining the MEAC in 1997. With the support of the Norfolk State community as well as Michael […]

For the second year in a row, track and field athletes from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are getting their time to shine on a national platform. The Armory Foundation’s HBCU Showcase, sponsored by KPMG, will take place January 18 at the Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory, featuring more than 20 […]

Former Philadelphia Eagles stars Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson have taken on roles as HBCU coaches, and now it seems former Eagles standout LeSean “Shady” McCoy is looking to follow in their footsteps. On the latest episode of the 25/10 Show that he cohosts with Jackson, McCoy made his intentions known that he wanted to be […]

The 2025 NFL Draft order is set and the Giants are locked into the third pick but it appears they were prepared to draft Sheduer Sanders in the 2024 NFL Draft. Per a report by Connor Hughes of SNY, the Giants conducted thorough scouting of Sanders and were prepared to pick him. “The talk around […]

After headlining the ballot of the College Football Hall of Fame last summer, Michael Strahan is officially set to be inducted. The Hall of Fame released their well-anticipated class of 2025 on Wednesday afternoon and featured standout collegiate stars alongside Strahan such as new Norfolk State head coach Michael Vick. Strahan made his mark in […]

Michael Vick is entering the next chapter of his football journey as the coach of Norfolk State University but he is set to be celebrated for his collegiate success. Per a statement by the College Football Hall of Fame, Vick is a part of the 2025 class, which features other standout players such as Texas […]

There has been significant chatter about Deion Sander departing the Colorado Buffaloes to coach the Dallas Cowboys following the dismissal of Matt McCarthy as head coach. According to Robert Griffin III, he’s spoken with Sanders and confirmed there’s only one condition for him to become an NFL coach. “I’ve talked to Deion, and I knew […]

With Michael Vick now firmly at the helm of Norfolk State University, the details of his coaching contract have been revealed by the Virginian-Pilot. The Virginian-Pilot obtained the contract details through a Freedom of Information Act request, and it includes performance-based bonuses and several standard perks. Under the terms of the three-year agreement, Vick is […]

Since becoming Delaware State head coach, DeSean Jackson has been making waves on the recruiting trail. Now, he’s made school history by landing talented three-star wide receiver Jadyn Robinson. Robinson announced his commitment to Delaware State on his social media accounts. Robinson, a 5-foot-10, 160-pound wide receiver from Gardena, California, has committed to the Hornets […]

Following getting booed on the Netflix premiere of Monday Night Raw, WWE Legend Mark Henry revealed that Hulk Hogan once turned down an HBCU tour. Hogan appeared on the premiere of Raw to promote that the WWE inked a partnership with him and his beer brand Real American Beer, which will receive significant promotion during WWE […]

Following his push to pursue another opportunity as an HBCU head coach, Ed Reed is taking a detour that could make his journey to the college ranks even easier. Reed is set to become the head coach of Chamblee High School, per a statement by the institution on their social media accounts. “We are extremely […]

At just 27 years old, Anthony Kenney, a proud alumnus of Southern University, is making history and redefining what it means to be a leader in public service. On election night in Baton Rouge, Kenney celebrated a hard-fought victory, winning the Metro Councilman seat for District 2 by a razor-thin margin of just 255 votes. […]

As the WNBA offseason sets to kick into full swing the New York Liberty are making a big move to retain Breanna Stewart. Per Madeline Kenney of the New York Post, the reigning WNBA champions are set to designate Breanna Stewart as a core player before the deadline of January 20th. With the move, Stewart […]

HBCU football has seen a surge of interest in recent years for the pageantry and culture on display as well as the exciting action on the field every Saturday. But, a large part of the success is due to the recent coaching hires in the HBCU space. Recently, Norfolk State made headlines by hiring  Michael […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State have officially unveiled his coaching staff as recruitment season kicks off into full swing. “I hired guys with experience and mental toughness who understand the game of football,” Vick said in a statement released by the institution. “The one thing I know is that they are going to put these […]

In his recent appearance on the nationally syndicated radio show The Breakfast Club, newly named Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson reacted to Kevin Hart’s comments in September about the institution. Hart was joined by Florida A&M alumnus Will Packer, and both were on the show in promotion of the Peacock series Fight Night. Packer […]

Before DeSean Jackson had the opportunity to become the head coach of Delaware State, it appeared that Michael Vick was already looking to bring him to the MEAC. Per comments from Jackson on the nationally syndicated radio show The Breakfast Club, he spoke with Vick before he officially made his decision to coach the Spartans […]

As WNBA free agency signing period looms, Kelsey Plum has been a key name to look out for. Plum, a two-time champion with the Aces, is set to become an unrestricted free agent and many wonder if she will return to Las Vegas. The star guard was the only member of the Aces’ core four—alongside […]

Fresh off of his Heisman Trophy victory, Travis Hunter weighed in on Michael Vick becoming head coach of Norfolk State University. Vick officially became the head coach of Norfolk State University in December and Hunter weighed in on the move on the latest episode of his podcast The Travis Hunter Show. “Starting off like Coach Prime… […]

Hue Jackson is getting a promotion after a season with the Georgia State Panthers. Per CBS Sports and 247Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, Jackson has been promoted to offensive coordinator of the Panthers. Last summer, Hue Jackson was hired as an offensive analyst at Georgia State under new head coach Dell McGee. This comes after a […]

It’s only been a few weeks since Michael Vick was hired as Norfolk State’s next football coach but he’s hit the ground running in recruitment and building out his coaching staff. The former Atlanta Falcons star has landed former NFL lineman Elton Brown as his offensive line coach and run game, per an announcement by […]

ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson didn’t mince words his criticisms of Charles Barkley and the style of commentary on shows like Inside The NBA. Jefferson came to the defense of Lakers coach JJ Redick, whom Barkley harshly criticized his take on NBA coverage. “If you turn on any show and the people that are hosting […]

DeSean Jackson was officially introduced as Delaware State University’s head coach on Wednesday afternoon and he laid out his vision clear and plain. Jackson expects to build a perennial winner at Delaware State while also developing standout young men who want to compete at the next level. However, during a media session after the press […]

Former Howard University quarterback and NFL assistant Pep Hamilton has been identified as one of the candidates interviewed for the New England Patriots’ head coaching vacancy. The news comes shortly after the team parted ways with Jerod Mayo following a challenging 4-13 season. Mayo served just one season as the Patriots head coach. Despite a […]

Ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers Wild Card playoff matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, Mike Tomlin gave his thoughts on the hire of Michael Vick. Vick, who was hired to be the next head coach of Norfolk State University, has received much fanfare for his move. Tomlin is the latest high-profile coach to show his support […]

Mickey Joseph is making moves on the recruiting trail for Grambling State, reuniting with former Nebraska freshman Decoldest Crawford. Crawford announced his commitment to the Tigers on his Instagram page on Tuesday afternoon. “They tried to burry me, I came from dirt crazy man this shii get real,” Crawford posted as a caption on his […]

The Baltimore Ravens got a huge win over the Cleveland Browns to officially clinch the AFC North but Zay Flowers went down with an injury that could keep him out of their Wild Card matchup. Per ESPN staff writer Jamison Hensley, the Ravens are unsure if Flowers will be able to suit up versus the […]

It was a snowy day in Dover but DeSean Jackson made his first appearance on Delaware State’s campus as the head coach of the Hornets. The former Philadelphia Eagles star made an appearance at the basketball doubleheader against Norfolk State University, ironically the employer of Michael Vick. Jackson had the opportunity to address the fans […]

With the NBA trade deadline looming, The Chicago Bulls are expected to make some big moves particularly centered around Lonzo Ball on Nikola Vucevic. The Bulls, with a 16-19 record, are currently the tenth seed in the Eastern Conference and would claim a play-in spot if the season ended today. However, they remain far from […]

Following the Ravens’ huge 35-10 victory over the Browns, Lamar Jackson talked with ESPN to reflect about Derrick Henry’s record-breaking season in Baltimore. The former Heisman-winning runningback has been a gamechanger for the Ravens, helping them finish the season 12-5 and the third-seed in the AFC awaiting their Wild Card opponent. On his birthday, Henry […]

Wake Forest has strengthened their roster with the addition of two former HBCU stars. On Friday, Reginald Vick Jr. and Sterling Berkhalter both committed to Wake Forest. Berkhalter began his career at North Carolina A&T, where he showcased his potential by catching 35 passes for 486 yards and two touchdowns during the 2021 and 2022 […]

DeSean Jackson is the head coach of Delaware State University in a move that shocked the college football world. News of Jackson’s candidacy as head coach of Delaware State broke on December 26 via Jeff Lightsy Jr. of Victory Formation Media and he was officially named the coach on December 27th. Skip Bayless on his […]

DeSean Jackson appears to have received significant endorsements in his campaign to become the head coach of Delaware State. On December 26th, news of DeSean Jackson being a candidate for the open vacancy at Delaware State stunned the college football world. Talks quickly progressed and he was officially named the head coach of the institution […]