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As Shedeur Sanders presumably heads towards his final collegiate season, it's worth asking: has he adjusted from HBCU football to the FBS?
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Has Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders adjusted to the FBS from HBCU Football?

To no one’s shock, after a handful of seasons at Jackson State, NFL Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders packed his bags and headed West for the head coaching job at the University of Colorado. In his first meeting with the Colorado Buffaloes football team, Sanders had a viral quote in reference to his incoming […]

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Jackson State T.C. Taylor talks roster construction, development

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As Jackson State prepares for a spring matchup against Alabama A&M, head coach T.C. Taylor spoke about the rosters' current situation

Former Texas Southern standout Quay Davis commits to Florida A&M

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Former Texas Southern and Jackson State receiver Quay Davis is on the move again as he announced his transfer to Florida A&M

Jackson State names Torenzo Quinn as defensive coordinator

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The Jackson State Tigers opt to hire within, elevating former defensive backs coach Torenzo Quinn to the defensive coordinator position

NFL royalty showed out for the HBCU Legacy Bowl

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All throughout the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, the camera panned to former HBCU football legends like Doug Williams and Mel Blount

Jackson State to hire Florida's Kali James as defensive line coach

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Jackson State is reportedly adding Florida graduate Assistant Defensive Coach Kali James Jr. as the program's defensive line coach.

Top performers at the 2024 NFL HBCU Combine

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Safety John Huggins, cornerback Eric Smith, and running back Jarveon Howard headlined the 2024 NFL HBCU Combine with spectacular performances

Deion Sanders left $800,000 problem for Tigers before Colorado move

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Prior to Deion Sanders departing Jackson State to coach Colorado, he left an $800,000 problem for his former team.

Hugh Freeze to hire Jackson State offensive coordinator at Auburn

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Auburn University is expected to hire Jackson State offensive coordinator Maurice Harris, who has a history with head coach Hugh Freeze

HBCU Players drafted to the NFL from 1970-1975

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We track the HBCU Players drafted to the National Football League from 1970-1975, including standout players such as Walter Payton.

Numbers for 2024 HBCU vs. FBS Money Games revealed

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Herosports.com released the payouts for the 2024 HBCU and FBS Money Games. Florida A&M tops the list at $700,000 for playing Miami (FL)

Jackson State AD Ashley Robinson wins major leadership award

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Ashley Robinson and Marcus L. Thompson, the vice president/athletic director and president of Jackson State, both received awards Saturday

Jackson State reveals 2024 football schedule

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The Jackson State Tigers unveil their 2024 football schedule with a video containing bold statements at the end

Jackson State hires Javancy Jones to football staff

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Javancy Jones, former Jackson State outside linebacker and two-time FCS All-American, is headed back to coach at his alma mater

Jackson State star DJ Stevens declares for the 2024 NFL Draft

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DJ Stevens, the star receiver for the Jackson State Tigers, announced his decision to declare for the 2024 NFL Draft1

Addressing Willie Simmons's departure; how it differs from Deion Sanders

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Willie Simmons's exit from Florida A&M has sparked many discussions, including comparisons to Deion Sanders' exit from Jackson State

High school prospect picks Jackson State over ULM, explains why

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Three-star prospect Nate Blount says that Jackson State's fan base played a huge factor in why he flipped his commitment from ULM.

Black College Football Hall of Fame announce Class of 2024 finalists

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The Black College Football Hall of Fame has announced their Class of 2024 inductees who will be inducted next year.

Jackson State star OL Evan Henry hits transfer portal

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Jackson State All-SWAC offensive lineman Even Henry is entering the transfer portal per an announcement on his social media accounts.

Jackson State boasts highest graduation success rate amongst D1 HBCUs

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Jackson State reported high Graduation Success Rate numbers for their student athletes amid 20 student athletes graduating on Friday morning.

Seven McGee leaves transfer portal to stay at Jackson State

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Following initial reports of a transfer portal decision, Jackson State receiver Seven McGee announced his return to the university.