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The Florida A&M Rattlers will travel to Alabama on Saturday for their second FBS matchup against the Troy Trojans of Troy University. With a record of 2-1 this season, this game will be the Rattlers’ last chance to prove they can compete with FBS programs in the NCAA. In a report by Gerald Thomas III […]

Brian “B Daht” McLaughlin, a 2006 Winston-Salem State University alumnus, has been named the new public address (PA) announcer for the Florida A&M Rattlers. McLaughlin, who previously served as the PA announcer for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, returns to the HBCU community with this new role. McLaughlin’s tenure at Winston-Salem State, […]

One of the most talked-about teams coming out of Week 1 was Miami (1-0), which pummeled Florida in its own stadium. The Hurricanes, now the No. 12 team in the country (No. 9 in our power rankings), moved up from No. 19 after walking out of The Swamp with a 41-17 victory. That one win […]

In the heart of Florida A&M’s campus, the buzz is palpable as the Rattlers gear up for their anticipated showdown against the Miami Hurricanes. With Miami riding high after a commanding 41-17 victory over the Florida Gators, FAMU and head football coach James Colzie III are pulling out all the stops to ensure they’re ready […]

Following Florida State’s shocking 28-13 loss to Boston College to fall to 0-2 on the year, Chad Ochocinco says that Florida A&M is the best team in Tallahassee. Ochocinco reacted to the Florida State on the Nightcap, stating that he was disgusted as a Florida resident. “As a resident of the state of Florida, I’m […]

Florida A&M secured a 22-18 victory over South Carolina State, extending their remarkable home winning streak to 21 games. The clash was as intense as anticipated, with both teams playing at their best and truly leaving it all out on the field. South Carolina State’s new head coach, Chennis Berry, was eager to make a […]

This year’s Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge between Florida A&M and Norfolk State became the most-watched game in the event’s history.  On Saturday night, 1.3 million viewers tuned in to watch SWAC’s Florida A&M defeated MEAC’s Norfolk State, 24-23. ABC aired the game at 7:30 PM, making it a big moment as the Challenge nears its 20th […]

The Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge ended in a thrilling matchup on the field between Florida A&M and Norfolk State and famed actor and R&B singer Tyrese Gibson was one of the attendees. Tyrese Inspired By The FAMU Marching 100 @Tyrese @THEMARCHING100 🐍 🤝🐐 pic.twitter.com/2uWuVdUFXi — I Talk Rattler Football 🐍🏈 (@RattlerPit) August 26, 2024 While Tyrese […]

The Florida A&M Rattlers defeated the Norfolk State Spartans 24-23 in the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge in front of a packed Center Parc Stadium crowd on Saturday night. The Rattlers won the game in nail-biting fashion, storming back from a 14-point deficit. The Rattlers found themselves in an early 0-14 deficit due to an explosive Spartans […]

The Florida A&M Rattlers football team aims for continued success in the post-Willie Simmons era. Simmons led the rattlers to a Celebration Bowl victory in 2023 with a 30-26 victory over the Howard Bison. After the Rattlers stellar season, Simmons accepted an offer to become the running backs coach at Duke University under Duke’s new […]

Miami native and grad transfer Daniel Richardson has been named the starting quarterback for Florida A&M in their well-anticipated matchup for the 2024 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge the opening game this Saturday. As reported by the Tallahassee democrat, the grad-transfer beat out Junior Muratovic for the starting role. 𝗤𝗕𝟭#FAMU | #Rattlers | #RELOAD | #REPEAT pic.twitter.com/5zDbDUCW2s […]

The NFL showcases incredible talent, and Dallas Cowboys defensive standout Markquesse Bell is undoubtedly one of the league’s rising stars. A graduate of Florida A&M University, Bell made a significant impact with America’s Team last season, joining the ranks of former HBCU football stars who have captured national attention with his exceptional athleticism and deep […]

Fort Valley State head coach Shawn Gibbs has shed light on the swirling rumors surrounding the Florida A&M coaching vacancy that rocked the start of the offseason. With Willie Simmons departing FAMU for Duke in January, Gibbs emerged as a leading candidate for the job, a situation that captured significant attention among HBCU football fans […]

Flordia A&M head football James Colzie recently spoke about the departure of Vice President of Athletics Tiffani-Dawn Sykes. Sykes stepped down from her role on Monday after FAMU interim President Timothy Beard asked for the resignation of the senior staff. James Colzie III expressed his gratitude for Sykes in a quote obtained by WCTV, saying, […]

Vice President and Director of Athletics at Florida A&M University, Tiffani-Dawn Sykes, sent an email to athletics staff stating that she is “no longer employed at FAMU.” The email, sent to the athletic staff, was publicly released by Tallahassee.com reporter Gerald Thomas III. First reported by Vaughn Wilson, FAMU VP/AD Tiffani-Dawn Sykes has resigned. She […]

In a significant boost to its offensive line, the Colorado Buffaloes, led by head coach Deion Sanders, have secured former LSU and HBCU standout lineman Kardell Thomas, according to Colorado Buffaloes on Sports Illustrated. Thomas, who brings a championship pedigree from LSU’s 2019 title-winning team, will join the Buffaloes following a successful stint at Florida […]

Former Florida A&M football standout and Dallas Cowboys LB Markqueese Bell plans to build on a stellar sophomore campaign in 2023. Last season, Bell tallied 95 total tackles with 2 forced fumbles and 4 pass deflections. Bell emerged as a key contributor for the Dallas Cowboys as they battled the injury bug in 2023, and […]

Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean has landed a NIL deal with Krispy Kreme through its Tallahassee chains. He made the announcement via his X account yesterday. Excited to announce my partnership with @krispykremetallahassee! Recieve an original glazed dozen for just $10.49 when you order a “Dean Dozen” at any Krispy Kreme Tallahassee location! Offer […]

Norfolk State head coach Dawson Odoms is fired up with excitement as his team gears up for the MEAC/SWAC Challenge against Florida A&M on August 24th at 7:30 PM EST, to be broadcast live on ABC. This year’s matchup promises to be a significant showcase of HBCU football, with Odoms eager to highlight the talent […]

Florida A&M’s football team is making significant roster moves ahead of the upcoming season, with their latest addition being Brayln Oliver, a former safety at Syracuse and Louisville. With the addition of Oliver, the Rattlers aim to bolster their defensive as they prepare to defend their Celebration Bowl title. Brayln Oliver hails from Anderson, South […]

Jacksonville City Councilman Rahman K. Johnson is pushing for HBCU football games to be hosted at the newly renovated EverBank Stadium, per a report by JaxToday reporter Will Brown. This initiative follows the City Council’s recent approval of a whopping $775 million in public funding to overhaul the stadium, with a commitment to attract major […]

Kortne Gosha, the former Florida A&M Athletic Director known for his transformative leadership, has accepted a senior role at the University of Nebraska. Gosha will step into the position of Senior Associate Athletic Director for Capital Planning, where he will oversee the Huskers’ capital planning, construction, and facilities units per a report by KSNB. Nebraska […]

Earlier last week, Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean Jr.’s SWAC Championship ring was stolen from his car in his apartment complex. Just a few days later, Dean took to X, announcing that his ring had been retrieved. In his tweet, he thanked the Tallahassee community for their help. Shoutout to the Tallahassee community for […]

Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean Jr. is looking for help after his SWAC Championship ring was stolen on Monday. Dean has been the victim of burglaries twice in the last month and a half. Dean took to X Tuesday around 5 a.m., stating that his car had been broken into for the second time. […]

2024 signifies a major change in the storied legacy of the Orange Blossom Classic football game. Since its inception in 1933, the Classic has always featured the Florida A&M Rattlers against another HBCU opponent. The game was a staple from 1933 until 1978, when the event was discontinued. In 2021, OBC Executive Director Kendra Bulluck-Major […]

For the 2024 MEAC/SWAC Challenge, the Norfolk State Spartans and Florida A&M Rattlers will kick off on national television on ABC. ESPN revealed the college football schedules for Week 0 and Week 1 and highlighted some of the marquee matchups. The Week 0 games start Saturday, Aug. 24 at noon with a clash between Florida […]

This past week, Florida A&M has had to deal with the fallout from the alleged $237 million gift from Gregory Gerami and the Issac Batterson 7th Family Trust. Following an emergency meeting with the FAMU Foundation on Thursday afternoon, university president Dr. Larry Robinson announced that the institution was pausing the gift after massive skepticism […]

Deion Sanders & Colorado have landed a huge HBCU transfer to bolster their defense. Former Florida A&M University linebacker Johnny Chaney Jr. He announced his commitment via his social media after announcing his intentions to hit the transfer portal in January. He posted a letter to his Twitter/X account announcing his transfer from Florida A&M […]

UCLA made a huge recruiting haul by securing Cherif Seye, a standout defensive player hailing from Florida A&M, as announced by Seye himself via an announcement on his Twitter/X account. He posted on his Twitter/X account, “Last Chapter, Shock the World!” Last Chapter, Shock the World! @UCLAFootball pic.twitter.com/mRitIJGc7D — Cherif Seye (@Cherif27_) May 4, 2024 […]

After months of anticipation, the 2024 NFL Draft is on the horizon this weekend. Over 200 collegiate athletes will hear their names called at the podium in Detroit, Michigan. Although most of the buzz around the draft culminates during the first night with the Round 1 selections, many more young aspiring football pros wait anxiously […]

Although LeBron James is gearing up to play the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Lakers star made sure to show love to Florida A&M. The Rattlers football team had a phenomenal 2023 campaign, going undefeated in the SWAC, winning the SWAC Championship and the Celebration Bowl to close out the year. One […]

Former Florida State running back Rodney Hill remains in the transfer portal after committing to several other Florida schools, including Florida A&M. Hill has been through a whirlwind of commitments and de-commitments over the past few months, and it seems he is continuing that journey. On3 reporter Pete Nakos broke the news of Hill’s re-entrance […]

Florida A&M’s defensive end Anthony Dunn Jr has announced he will enter the transfer portal. Following head coach Willie Simmons’ dismissal, Florida A&M loses another significant player through the transfer porta Florida A&M first-team All-SWAC edge rusher Anthony Dunn is expected to enter the transfer portal, a source tells @247Sports. The 6-foot-4, 250-pound Dunn posted […]

Former Texas Southern and Jackson State receiver Quay Davis is on the move yet again, transferring to the reigning SWAC and Celebration Bowl Champion Florida A&M Rattlers. Davis announced his decision to move to Tallahassee on his Instagram page.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Quay davis (@wakemup2) Davis first […]

The 2023 HBCU Homecoming Season was truly memorable, with excitement both on the football field and in the yards of various institutions. Star-studded concert lineups, celebrity appearances, and classic moments like Edward Waters’ game-winning touchdown against Tuskegee made last year’s festivities unforgettable. Homecoming 2023 also saw us come together as an HBCU family, uplifting Morgan […]

Florida A&M defensive pass game coordinator and safeties coach Davon Morgan announced he is leaving the university after two years of service. Morgan released a heart-felt statement on ‘X’ filled with appreciation and gratitude for all the people he met in Tallahassee. “I come to you today forever humble and grateful to have been a […]

After taking over the head coaching job at Florida A&M, James Colzie III promoted Joseph Henry to the assistant head coaching position. Henry served as the offensive coordinator and offensive line coach in 2023, and he will add Colzie’s former title to his list of duties going forward. “My family and I are thrilled for […]

In the third installment of the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, Team Gaither, led by the injured North Carolina Central quarterback Davius Richard, outlasted Team Robinson, 10-6. The game, which took place in New Orleans, LA, at Tulane University’s Yulman Stadium, ended the week of HBCU festivities in the city. The third edition of the HBCU […]

In a game that went scoreless for over two hours, North Carolina Central quarterback Davius Richard led Team Gaither with an early touchdown to the 10-6 win over Team Robinson in the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. The final score was less indicative of the lack of offensive talent, but the game showcased how dominant the […]