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DJ Williams, son of HBCU legend Doug Williams, lands prominent NFL job

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The Atlanta Falcons have officially promoted DJ Williams to quarterbacks coach, marking a significant step in his career and the storied Williams football legacy. Williams, who served as the Falcons’ assistant quarterbacks coach and offensive assistant last season, will now take the reins of a pivotal position as the team looks to develop its next […]

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HBCU All-Pro offensive lineman explains why he walked way from NFL

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After 12 seasons of banging helmets and shoulder pads with the NFL’s best, the decision to retire was a simple one for Arkansas-Pine Bluff alum Terron Armstead. “God blessed me with so many great moments, great years and a great career, but my injury history is extensive,” Armstead said on a recent edition of Shannon

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All-SIAC wide receiver commits to HBCU Division II postseason contender

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Clark Atlanta’s bid for its first SIAC football championship in nearly half a century will move on without its leading receiver from last season. Armone Harris, an All-SIAC selection, has announced he is moving to the CIAA, transferring to Johnson C. Smith in his senior season. Harris initially entered the transfer portal in April, reportedly

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Black College Football Hall of Fame enshrines 2025 class: ‘Incredible showcase of talent’

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The Black College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta was abuzz with celebration and history on Saturday night during its 16th annual induction ceremony. Honored was a new class of legends whose achievements have shaped the legacy of HBCU football. A Night of Honors and Reflection Hosted by NFL Network broadcaster and Howard University

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Schools can now pay college athletes. What does that mean for HBCUs?

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Schools can now directly compensate their athletes, ushering in a transformative era for college sports following Friday’s formal approval of a multibillion-dollar legal settlement. U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken gave the green light to the agreement reached between the NCAA, its leading conferences, and attorneys representing all Division I athletes. This House v. NCAA settlement

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Celebration Bowl 2025 date announced. Here’s when HBCU title game will be played

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The annual Celebration Bowl, now in its 10th year, will officially kick off bowl season again. The HBCU national championship game between MEAC and SWAC champions will be played at noon EST on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on ABC, according to ESPN. The event will headline 17 bowl games to be televised on

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Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson to officially square of at home of Super Bowl champions

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The talk of one HBCU football game moving to an NFL stadium is officially a reality. Delaware State and Norfolk State’s MEAC game, originally scheduled for Sat. Nov. 1 at Alumni Stadium in Dover, will now be played Thursday Oct. 30 at Lincoln Financial Field, home of the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. Both

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Morgan State adds Division II HBCU to 2025 football schedule

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The Morgan State football nonconference schedule for the 2025 season is now complete. The Bears will host Central State University, a Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference member, on Saturday, Sept. 20. The matchup will take place at the familiar confines of Hughes Stadium in Baltimore, providing a home-field advantage and a chance to build momentum early

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HBCU football classic in Las Vegas has streaming partner. It’s Black-owned

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When Grambling and Jackson State face off at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this season, they will do so with a familiar broadcast partner. HBCU Go TV, owned by the Byron Allen Media Group, has been tabbed to broadcast and stream the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic, the Classic’s organizers announced Tuesday. Allen Media Group’s

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Norfolk State first road game with Michael Vick to get national TV treatment

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Norfolk State football has received its kickoff time for its showdown against FBS opponent Rutgers. NSU and Rutgers will meet at 3:30 p.m. EST on Saturday, Sep. 13, marking the Spartans’ first road test of the season. The game will air nationally on the Big Ten Network. The announcement signifies the second revealed game time

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