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The interconference game between Southern University and Bethune-Cookman is getting a location upgrade. Per a release by Bethune-Cookman, the two SWAC competitors will compete in the 2025 Tampa Bay Football Classic that will take place at Raymond James Stadium. The Tampa Bay Football Classic is a neutral-site college football game that is meant to honor […]

After being noncommittal about the starting QB for tonight’s MEAC/SWAC Challenge, it appears that Terrance Graves and Southern University have made their decision. Per a depth chart secured by Brendon Fairbairn of Louisiana First News,  Jalen Woods is set to start as the Jaguars’ quarterback against North Carolina Central. #Southern released its depth chart for […]

In a shocking move, Howard University president Ben Vinson II has stepped down from his position with the university, per a press release by the institution on Friday. The Board of Trustees has appointed former university president Dr. Wayne A.I. Fredrick as interim president as they search for Vinson’s successor. Fredrick’s term is set to […]

Last week LinkedIn released its inaugural Top Colleges rankings of higher education institutions in the United States; among the list was the ranking for the Top 10 HBCUs in the United States. Howard University came in first, followed by Morehouse and Spelman College for the second and third spots. The list is below. Rank University […]

After weeks of speculation, the Atlanta clash between Florida A&M and Mississippi Valley State has been confirmed. The game between the two SWAC contenders will be hosted by the 100 Black Men of DeKalb County, Georgia Football Classic LLC, and Discover DeKalb and called the Georgia Football Classic. “The Georgia Football Classic will be one […]

New Tennessee State men’s basketball coach Nolan Smith, has just added a significant name to his coaching staff. Former NBA lottery pick DerMarr Johnson has been announced as an assistant coac, per a statement by the institution. “He comes here with a hunger to be a part of something big,” Smith said in the statement. […]

Tennessee State University has announced plans for its new $50 million, 70,000-square-foot engineering building. According to a news release issued on August 18, the project will create an interdisciplinary complex that will integrate the university’s engineering and applied and industrial technology departments. On August 15, the State Building Commission approved the project’s plans. “The $50 […]

North Carolina Central University has seen a recent increase in enrollment as the school year is starting. But with more students coming to campus, the need for housing has also increased. According to the university, thirty-eight percent of students now have housing, which is ‘a big deal’ to the university. “To be able to say […]

Ahead of the football season, Grambling State University is revealing a new state-of-the-art indoor facility that could be a game-changer for on-field performance and off-field recruiting. On Wednesday, the institution revealed the designs for an indoor athletic training and performance facility for which the funds were secured by an infusion of state funding. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 […]

HBCU culture has impacted the game of football in so many different ways, and Sean Payton took notice. In a recent interview with Steve Wyche for HBCU Go, Sean Payton revealed an HBCU coach who influenced his offensive philosophy: former Mississippi Valley State head coach Archie Cooley. .@Broncos Coach Sean Payton shares a special story […]

As the MEAC/SWAC Challenge nears, Terrance Graves and Southern University have kept their cards close to the vest about who will be QB1 for the MEAC/SWAC Challenge. The vagueness of some coaches heading into the annual HBCU showcase in Atlanta around the quarterback spot has become somewhat of a tradition. We saw T.C. Taylor and […]

Love Island USA star Olandria Carthen recently hosted a solo TikTok live where she spoke about various topics, including life after the show and her growing relationship with Nicolas Vansteenberghe, the cast member she finished Season 7 of the show with in July. But Carthen also took the time to speak briefly about her HBCU experience. […]

The Buffalo Bills are adding another HBCU star to their roster, as they’ve officially signed former Alcorn State Brave Jarveon Howard. Howard joins the team after Bills running back Darrynton Evans was placed on injury reserve and was signed alongside wide receiver Grant DuBose, another former HBCU player who played for Miles College in the […]

Alabama A&M University welcomed its largest freshman class in years with 2,157 first-time freshmen. What makes this extraordinary class even more special is that forty-two percent of Alabama A&M freshmen are male students. Since the mid-1990s, women have consistently surpassed men in college enrollment nationwide, with the difference being significantly greater among Black students. In […]

A man is at home recovering after being shot at a Texas Southern University fraternity party. According to the Houston Police Department, several uninvited guests arrived at the party, which led to a fight between the hosts of the party and the guests. It has yet to be revealed which fraternity was hosting the party. […]

Jacorey Croskey-Merritt had an amazing prime-time preseason moment on Monday night against the Bengals. The former Alabama State star ran for a 27-yard touchdown, earning major headlines for his first career score. After the game, he had a very specific request moving forward: call him Bill. He earned the nickname in his youth due to […]

Former Alabama State and Arizona standout Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a major moment in Monday evening’s preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals. He rattled off a 27-yard touchdown in the first quarter, eluding defenders and finding a hole in the defense to run in for an easy touchdown score. BILL 💸 📺 #CINvsWAS ESPN pic.twitter.com/mltwoCHhdh — […]

With only a week before the season starts, Tennessee State has lost an all-American defensive back who joined the team in Eddie George’s tenure with the program. Tiger DB Carmani Cobbs has entered the transfer portal, per a post on his social media. “I will be entering the transfer portal with 3 years of eligibility. […]

Even before the Spartans kick off their 2025 season, Michael Vick and Norfolk State are already preparing for a matchup with an HBCU power in 2028. An appearance on the HBCU Sports Podcast, hosted by Ken Rashad, featured MEAC/SWAC Challenge director John Grant announcing that Norfolk State and Jackson State will be featured in the […]

Stephen A. Smith and ESPN are providing another huge platform for HBCUs on one of the biggest shows on their network. ESPN’s hit morning show, First Take, has spotlighted HBCUs over the past few years with special live shows featuring institutions such as Florida A&M, Howard University, Tennessee State, and the AUC Consortium. Now, First […]

Former Oregon State wide receiver Ryan Pellum has broken his silence about his huge move to Delaware State. Pellum’s move was reported by Pete Nakos of On3 Sports on Friday. In a quote released by the marketing agency, “Network”, Pellum expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play with Jackson and the Hornets. “I’m thankful for […]

The Washington Commanders are adding to their defensive backfield before the start of the season with the signing of tenured NFL veteran Antonio Hamilton, Sr.  Hamilton is joining the Commanders ahead of their August 18th matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, one of his former teams. The signing comes at a pivotal time, as Hamilton is […]

North Carolina A&T is making a $30 million move as it prepares for record enrollment this fall, per a statement released by the institution. The institution announced on Wednesday that it has completed $30 million in suite and residence hall improvements, just days before the start of the 2025-2026 school year. “Students come to our […]

Delaware State University President Tony Allen has been charged with driving under the influence (DUI). According to a report by Delaware Online, based on court records, Allen was driving a personal vehicle on Route 1 in July. His blood-alcohol level was approximately 1.5 times the legal limit in Delaware of 0.08%, registering at 0.128%. A […]

DeSean Jackson and the Delaware State Hornets have landed another former FBS prospect who could bolster their chances of becoming an immediate contender. Former Oregon wide receiver Ryan Pellham has committed to Delaware State, according to a report by Pete Nakos of On3 Sports. Pellham was a highly touted prospect, rated as a four-star recruit […]

Hampton University is the latest HBCU to add key Power Five games to its schedule, the first such games in its history. On Wednesday, the institution announced that they’ve scheduled games against Maryland, Georgia Tech, and Old Dominion. The institution announced the major game additions in a statement. On September 5, 2026, Hampton will face […]

Clark Atlanta alumna La’Torria Lemon is starring in a new reality show that chronicles her professional life and entrepreneurial journey. Lemon is one of the featured cast members in the new OWN reality series, Heart and Hustle: Houston, which premiered on August 2nd. The series is meant to showcase the sisterhood among Black women living […]

After suffering a season-ending injury in his rookie season, former Howard University star Ian Wheeler is inching closer to recovery. A standout prospect in the 2024 preseason for the Chicago Bears, Wheeler’s promising start was cut short. In the Bears’ 33-6 preseason win over the Buffalo Bills in August 2024, Wheeler had a breakout performance, […]

A man charged with the death of two HBCU alumni has spoken for the first time since the incident in an interview with KHOU. Rene Hernandez is charged with two counts of murder of Florida A&M alumni and Kappa Alpha Psi members Ronnie Burns II and Jayden Flemming. Both of them were recent graduates of […]

As the college football season nears, speculation has surrounded the highly anticipated Florida A&M and Mississippi Valley State University game, which is set to be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. On Tuesday, Florida A&M alumnus and HBCU Gameday reporter Vaughn Wilson published an article detailing several areas of concern. Wilson noted that Mississippi Valley […]

Ahead of their highly anticipated coaching debuts, NFL legends Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson appeared at a press conference in Philadelphia on Tuesday to promote the October 30th matchup against Norfolk State and Delaware State. The two NFL stars turned HBCU coaches spoke following the Eagles’ practice alongside other Eagles officials and dignataries. “Our city […]

Although his first season as head coach has yet to begin, DeSean Jackson and Delaware State have already secured a significant $450,000 game contract for next season. The University of South Florida (USF) was originally scheduled to play Bethune-Cookman in September 2026, but a recent contract copy obtained by FBSchedules.com reveals that the Bulls will […]

Fifty HBCU stars have been placed on the Black College Football Hall of Fame Player of the Year watchlist ahead of the start of the season. The Deacon Jones award, which will be announced during halftime of the 2026 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl in February, is presented annually to the most outstanding football player from […]

Tuskegee University is mourning the loss of junior student-athlete Macahri Washington Parker, who passed away on Monday. Parker, a dedicated mechanical engineering student, was a beloved member of the university’s community, leaving an indelible mark on campus. In a heartfelt statement, Dr. Mark A. Brown, Tuskegee University President and CEO, paid tribute to Parker. “We […]

Tuskegee University alumna and Love Island, USA star Olandria Carthen is making a big career move. According to Deadline, Carthen has signed with Digital Brand Architects (DBA), a UTA-owned management firm. With this move, DBA is set to oversee her career post-villa with a strategy to expand her brand across the lifestyle and entertainment spaces. […]

Debbie Allen, known for her work in revitalizing the original A Different World series, recently provided an update on the upcoming Netflix reboot in an interview with Variety. Netflix announced that a reboot of the series was in the works last August, and filming for the spinoff officially began in June at Clark Atlanta University. […]

While Shedeur Sanders grabbed attention with his standout preseason debut, several former HBCU stars also made their mark during Week 1 of the preseason. Carson Vinson stood out as the only HBCU player selected in this year’s NFL draft. While the number of former HBCU athletes who transferred to Power Five schools and were drafted […]

Florida A&M and Charlie Ward have landed a highly touted four-star recruit that had interest from power institutions, securing four-star recruit Jayden “J.J.” Joseph from the class of 2026. The commitment, which Joseph announced Saturday on his X profile, is a major recruiting win for the Rattlers and proof of concept for Ward as he […]

Former South Carolina State University standout and decorated NFL veteran Shaquille Leonard returned to his alma mater on Sunday to share his insights and expertise with the current Bulldogs football team. His visit aims to inspire a new generation of players as the team gears up to defend its MEAC Conference championship in a bid […]