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Marshall Faulk made a significant recruiting haul in his first season as head coach of Southern University. Faulk has introduced 49 new players to the Jaguars as he looks to remake the team into a contender once again. And the Hall-of-Fame running back was intentional with the pickups that he made from the transfer portal […]

Illinois is adding a former NFL player and HBCU head coach to its staff. The Fighting Illini have hired former Morgan State head coach Tyrone Wheatley to the staff as a running backs coach. Wheatley spoke about the hire in a statement released by the program, saying, “I want to sincerely thank Coach Bielema for […]

Former Howard University head coach Larry Scott is opening up about his decision to leave the Bison and join Auburn University as Tight End coach. In an interview with the Montgomery Advertiser, he spoke about the decision and emphasized how tough it was. “It was a tough decision,” said Scott. “It was a real tough […]

North Carolina A&T alumnus and Civil Rights Activist Reverend Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, per a report by NBC News. A cause of death has not been revealed at this time. The family of Jackson released a statement on his passing, saying, “Our father was a servant leader — not […]

Ashley Laverne Jackson, daughter of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, is stepping into her own spotlight after landing a coveted role as a staff writer on the upcoming A Different World reboot on Netflix. For Jackson, the opportunity is more than just a career milestone—it’s the fulfillment of a longtime dream to help shape stories […]

Andrew Body made perhaps the biggest recruiting splash of the season when he elected to return to Alabama State after entering the transfer portal. Body was arguably the best quarterback in HBCU football last fall and led Alabama State to a historic season that saw them only a game away from the SWAC championship and […]

Quinn Gray has unveiled his first recruiting class for Florida A&M as he looks to bring the Rattlers back to prominence. Coming off two rather disappointing seasons under former head coach James Colzie III, Gray continues the Rattler recruiting approach of signing key talent from the Florida area while also picking up high-powered transfers who […]

The 2026 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl is this weekend, and the official rosters have been revealed. The roster features several HBCU stars from the SWAC, MEAC, SIAC, and CIAA, along with notable players from Hampton, Tennessee State, and North Carolina A&T. The HBCU Legacy Bowl has served as an important draft experience for the past […]

After a 1-11 season, Michael Vick and Norfolk State have unveiled their 2026 recruiting class. The class features 18 high school recruits and 21 transfers, making it a significant roster overhaul for Vick as he approaches his second season. A feature of Norfolk State’s recruiting class of note is the number of players from Virginia. […]

Winston-Salem State basketball coach Corey Thompson has been let go by the institution only a couple of hours before tip-off. As Winston-Salem State University prepares to play Shaw University in a CIAA matchup at 4 PM EST, HBCU Gameday reports that Thompson is departing the institution. “Multiple sources have indicated to HBCU Gameday Thompson is […]

Baltimore is turning up the volume as hip-hop heavyweight 2 Chainz and Grammy Award-winning R&B songstress Mýaheadline the all-star entertainment lineup for the 2026 Food Lion Men’s and Women’s CIAA Basketball Tournament. The powerhouse performers are set to bring star energy and chart-topping hits to the annual celebration, adding even more excitement to one of […]

North Carolina A&T pulled off a miraculous comeback that ended in a game-winning and-one, which clinched a victory in the NBA HBCU Classic. North Carolina A&T and Hampton, who both compete in the Coastal Athletic Association, were invited to compete in the latest edition of the NBA HBCU Classic. The date and time of the […]

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has issued a fine to two HBCUs following a brawl after a women’s basketball game. The conference announced the sanctions in a statement on Friday afternoon. The statement read, in part: The Southwestern Athletic Conference has announced suspensions and institutional fines stemming from an altercation that transpired between the Mississippi Valley […]

A shooting on the campus of South Carolina State on Thursday night left two dead and one injured, per a report by WCBD News 2. The shooting occurred Thursday evening, which caused South Carolina State to place the campus on lockdown at 9:15 p.m., with the lockdown being lifted at 5:30 a.m. on Friday morning. […]

Mickey Joseph and Grambling State made a huge addition to the running back room with the signing of former Nebraska running back Jamarion Parker. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 ✍️ 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐅𝐀𝐌 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝟔’𝟎 𝟐𝟎𝟎 (𝟒⭐️ 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓) 𝐒𝐭. 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐢𝐬, 𝐌𝐎 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯. 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐚 ➡️ @JAMARIONPARKER_ #𝐎𝐧𝐞𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐎𝐧𝐞𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 pic.twitter.com/SmBi0IoHnG — Grambling State Football 🐯 (@GSUFootball01) February […]

Streaming platform Tubi has officially released 20 films created by students and alumni of HBCUs as part of its partnership with the HBCU First LOOK Film Festival, debuting the collection during Black History Month. The rollout fulfills an initiative first announced in November at the annual festival, where founder Sheila Eldridge revealed plans to collaborate […]

Morgan State University is expanding its athletic footprint with the addition of men’s and women’s golf to its NCAA Division I varsity lineup. University officials announced the new programs this week, marking a significant step in broadening competitive opportunities for student-athletes at the Baltimore-based HBCU. The expansion reflects Morgan’s continued investment in athletics and its […]

Winston-Salem State University alumnus Stephen A. Smith is proud of the historic season that the Lady Rams have been on. The ESPN star is not afraid to show his HBCU pride, and on Thursday morning, he made a post on his X account spotlighting the historic season that the women’s basketball team for Winston-Salem State […]

As the 2026 NFL Draft inches closer, the news that no HBCU player was invited to the NFL Combine has shocked the athletic community. The combine is a showcase for draft-eligible players to showcase their speed, strength, agility, and specific positional talent in the hopes of potentially hearing their name called on draft day. FCS […]

Episode 2 of The Coach Vick Experience, chronicling Michael Vick’s time at Norfolk State, was really fast-paced. It’s a different experience from the first episode, which was more artful in how the narratives were woven together as we led up to the first game against Towson. It seemed as if this episode, from the start […]

The nephew of former NFL star Tyrann Mathieu has found a home at an HBCU. Tyrone Mathieu III is taking his talents to Prairie View A&M to join the reigning SWAC champions under the direction of head coach Tremaine Jackson. Mathieu III looks to make his mark on defense the same way that his uncle, […]

BET’s College Hill franchise is one of the most influential in television history. It was the first reality TV show of its kind to center the Black experience while also giving prospective students of the early 2000s an authentic look into HBCU life. The original College Hill rarely pulled punches. It wasn’t a highbrow or […]

Another HBCU alumnus is getting a major job in the NFL this offseason, as Anthony Levine Sr. has been named Special Teams Coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens. Levine is no stranger to the Ravens, as he served as a long-time safety for Baltimore, spending 10 seasons with the team from 2012 to 2021 and serving […]

The Saint Augustine’s University Board of Trustees has announced a new institutional vision focused on stability, sustainability, and renewal following the university’s successful effort to regain and secure its accreditation. The announcement marks a pivotal moment for the Raleigh-based HBCU, as board leaders outlined plans to strengthen governance, stabilize finances, and chart a renewed path […]

Former Edward Waters head coach Toriano Morgan is headed back to Florida, as he’s been hired by Quinn Gray to join his Florida A&M coaching staff. Football Scoop’s John Brice reported that Morgan, who served as co-offensive coordinator and defensive back at Tennessee State last season, has agreed to join the Rattlers in a significant […]

Former Southern University head coach Dawson Odums has officially been named head football coach of Bowie State University. The athletic department announced his hire on Monday morning in a statement. “To the Bowie State University community, I am honored and grateful to formally accept the position of head football coach,” Odums said in the statement. […]

A Florida A&M University College of Law student faced unexpected restrictions while planning Black History Month programming after being told she could not use the word “Black” on event flyers promoting the celebration. The directive stems from a statewide policy prohibiting Florida’s public universities from using state or federal funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion […]

Former NFL punter and XFL champion Marquette King has announced his retirement from professional football. King made his decision official in a statement on his social media accounts, as well as a song entitled “Retirement.” In the caption of his social media post, King details his desire to return to the NFL but the feeling […]

A city official is pushing for funding to build a new stadium for Jackson State. In comments obtained by WPLT, Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes urged Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, as well as school officials, to work together to build a new stadium. Stokes isn’t only talking about football in his push to get a […]

J. Cole made an appearance at North Carolina A&T for his most recent album, The Fall Off. Cole, a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, is fond of North Carolina A&T, often shouting out the institution in his songs. North Carolina A&T was referenced on the song “Safety” on the first disc of the two-disc album. […]

Super Bowl LX is today. And like most Super Bowls, it is filled with HBCU excellence. HBCU alumni have been significant in the NFL since the early days of the league. From Robert “Stonewall” Jackson being the first player drafted out of an HBCU in 1950, to Doug Williams being the first Black quarterback to […]

After a disappointing season in Reggie Barlow’s first year, Tennessee State is shaking up its coaching staff by hiring an NFL legend. Per a statement by Tennessee State, the program is hiring alumnus and former Super Bowl MVP Richard Dent. Dent will serve the program as a special advisor to the football team. In a […]

Michael Vick shocked the world when he became an HBCU coach after a thrilling NFL career last season. Now, ironically enough, he’s starting his second season facing another former NFL star who was once on his coaching staff. Norfolk State is set to start the season against Winston-Salem State University on August 29th. Winston-Salem State […]

After a successful season in which they contended for the MEAC championship, DeSean Jackson and Delaware State have retooled their roster ahead of National Signing Day. Jackson didn’t go for a structural overhaul in his second recruiting cycle. He looked to find talent that filled the gaps on an already talented roster. Delaware State announced […]

Virginia State University served as a stop along a powerful journey for peace and healing, welcoming a group of Buddhist monks as they continue a 2,300-mile peace walk from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. The visit highlights the university’s commitment to unity, cultural understanding, and community engagement, as the monks’ cross-country walk seeks to […]

During his annual Breakfast Club Pre-Grammy Brunch, Grammy Award-winning producer Bryan-Michael Cox transformed a celebration of music into a moment of meaningful impact, joining fellow celebrities and industry leaders to launch a scholarship fund dedicated to supporting students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The initiative reflects a growing commitment within the entertainment industry to […]

Morehouse College president F. DuBois Bowman has issued a letter, originally sent to the campus community, weighing in on the handcuffing of Tuskegee University basketball coach Benjy Taylor and the subsequent punishment by the SIAC. In the letter, Bowman says that Morehouse apologized to Taylor for the incident but questioned the penalty by the conference. […]

Following his injury against Jackson State, Grambling quarterback Czavian Teasett is raising money for spinal cord surgery. During the Las Vegas HBCU Classic, Teasett ran for a first down to keep the offense on the field in a tight ball game. But, he was hit as he was going down after a tackle and was […]

The Atlanta Falcons are spotlighting the impact of HBCUs during Black History Month, honoring wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge for his HBCU background and journey to the NFL. The recognition celebrates Hodge’s path through Black college football while underscoring the vital role HBCUs continue to play in developing elite talent, leadership, and opportunity within professional sports. […]