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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is hiring two former HBCU coaches to man his defensive unit in his first season with the team. Terrell Williams and Milton Patterson, who both made significant contributions to HBCU football, have been hired to join the Patriots under recently hired head coach Mike Vrabel. Terrell Williams, a seasoned […]

After a tumultuous last few years in the NBA, Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons contemplated retiring from the NBA. In a recent appearance on the podcast The Young Man and the Three, Simmons opened up about his thoughts and spoke about how it correlated with his surgery history. “There were times, last summer, when I […]

The Jackson State Tigers will face the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a football matchup on Sept. 6, 2025, according to a contract obtained by FBSchedules.com through a state public records request. The matchup between the two Mississippi athletic mainstays was discussed in 2023 but wasn’t officially signed until this month. The game is set […]

Dr. Lawrence M. Drake II, the former interim president of Bethune-Cookman involved in the 2023 controversy with Ed Reed, is making headlines once again in his new role at Albany State University. Drake is currently serving as the interim president of Albany State following the departure of former president Marion Ross Fedrick. Drake was at […]

With his first month at the helm of the Spartans winding down, Michael Vick and Norfolk State have landed another FBS transfer to the roster. Former Clemson and Pitt defensive end David Ojiegbe has transferred to Norfolk State as the Spartans look to fortify their defensive front in the run-heavy MEAC. View this post on […]

North Carolina A&T head coach Shawn Gibbs is building out his coaching staff for his first season at the helm of the Aggies and he added a familiar face that boasts an HBCU National Championship. In an interview on the Blue Death Valley Podcast, Gibbs revealed additional members of his coaching staff, which he announced […]

Former HBCU coaching mainstay Rich Freeman is making the leap from college football to high school football. The former Morehouse College coach is headed to Cedar Grove High School in DeKalb County, Georiga, per a report by the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. “I’m from Atlanta, born and raised, and most of my fondest memories came from the […]

As the NBA trade deadline looms, the New Orleans Pelicans find themselves in an uncomfortable position. The team, which appeared poised to make noise in a competitive Western Conference in the offseason, has found themselves slammed with injury issues that have derailed the season and have them firmly outside of the NBA playoff picture. New […]

Albany State head coach Quinn Gray is set to begin his third season leading the Rams, kicking off the season against the institution where he became a legendary HBCU quarterback. Per FBS schedules, Albany State is set to visit Florida A&M on September 3rd, which will be Gray’s first time coaching against his alma mater. During his time […]

Standout Kentucky State star and the younger brother of NBA champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Trevon Pope has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Pope, who completed his undergraduate degree in Spring 2024, returned to Kentucky State last fall to pursue a master’s degree alongside his football commitments. He announced his intentions to enter the NFL […]

Nearly a decade after LeBron James’ abrupt departure from the Miami Heat in 2014, its ripple effects may be influencing how Pat Riley handles Jimmy Butler’s future with the franchise. According to longtime sports journalist and radio show host Dan Le Batard, Riley’s reaction to LeBron’s exit could serve as a blueprint for how the […]

New Norfolk State head coach Michael Vick and NBA legend Allen Iverson will be inducted into the National High School Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. The ceremony is set to take place on June 14, 2025, at the Zimmerman Symphony Center in Canton, Ohio. For Michael Vick, this marks […]

Michael Vick has spent the past month as Norfolk State’s head coach, focusing on assembling his coaching staff and preparing to build a competitive team. But, in an interview on the I Am Athlete Daily podcast, Michael Vick was asked by host and former NFL star Brandon Marshall what his future ambitions are in the coaching […]

Michael Vick has finalized his coaching staff at Norfolk State University, hiring Buffalo Tight Ends coach Ron Whitcomb as the program’s offensive coordinator. Vick announced the hire on the I Am Athlete Daily podcast. “It’s gonna be a guy named Rob Whitcomb. From the University of Buffalo, I think he’s the guy that’s hungry. “We […]

Mississippi Valley State University has named former NFL and Florida State star Terrell Buckley as its new head coach. The Delta Devils are the latest HBCU to bring in a former NFL player to lead their football program. The institution announced the hire of Buckley via a press release on Tuesday afternoon. The addition of […]

Jayden L. Williams is not your average 21-year-old. A senior at Clark Atlanta University, Williams has already built a résumé that many politicians twice his age would envy. Now, as he announces his candidacy for mayor of Stockbridge, Georgia, Williams is poised to make history and bring his vision of economic development, affordable housing, and […]

In an epic moment on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Morehouse College pulled off a shocking upset of the reigning MEAC Champion Howard University Bison. Morehouse’s win is fitting given that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a graduate of Morehouse and is one of the institution’s most widely known alumni. Morehouse’s victory marked the […]

Amid his interview with the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants Assistant General Manager Brandon Brown’s speech to Shedeur Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes is gaining traction. Brown addressed the Buffaloes in October and the full comments were captured by Reach The People Media. “I know every week you see a whole bunch of scouts […]

Former Mississippi Valley State University head coach Kendrick Wade has landed a new role as an offensive assistant at the University of Memphis weeks after departing the program per a report by HBCU Sports. Wade, an alumnus of MVSU, returned to lead his alma mater, the Delta Devils, in January 2023 following stints as wide […]

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 […]