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Locked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & Basketball

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Locked On HBCU podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the entire HBCU landscape. Hosted by the ‘Mouth of the South’, Darrion Gray, a Texas Southern alumni and former TSU Herald sports editor, the Locked On HBCU podcast provides your daily HBCU fix with fair and in-depth opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things HBCU. From the SWAC and MEAC to SIAC, CIAA, GCAC, and those outside of traditional Historically Black College and University conferences like Hampton and Tennessee State, the Locked On HBCU podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside HBCU locker rooms all over the country. Locked On HBCU podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Most Underrated HBCU Games this Season| What HBCU Rookies Made the Final 53?

August 31, 2022 14:42 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Jackson State vs Texas Southern, Alcorn State vs Stephen F Austin, North Carolina A&T vs South Carolina State, and Norfolk State vs Sacred Heart are just some of the multiple underrated games on the HBCU schedule this year. Markquese Bell, Decobie Durant, Joshua Williams, Ja’Tyre Carter, and De’Shaan Dixon all made the cut for the final 53 man roster of their NFL team. Jackson State vs Texas Southern, Alcorn State vs Stephen F Austin, North Carolina A&T vs South Carolina State, and Norfolk ...

Grambling is Hue Jackson’s Last Shot as Head Coach| Jeremy Moussa for SWAC Player of the Year?

August 30, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

After his stop at the Raiders and Browns, Grambling is Hue Jackson’s last shot at being a head coach, and there should be no expectations for Damon Wilson at Morgan State this year. Jeremy Moussa looked like a SWAC Player of the Year candidate for FAMU vs North Carolina. After his stop at the Raiders and Browns, Grambling is Hue Jackson’s last shot at being a head coach. He just has not had success as a head coach in his previous stops. You can argue he wasn’t set up for success, but that w...

Dematrius Davis Has Officially Arrived| What’s Next for FAMU after Missing 20 Players vs UNC?

August 29, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Alabama State takes down Howard in the SWAC/MEAC challenge, and the QB duel between Dematrius Davis and Quinton Williams was a deciding factor. Florida A&M had 20 players missing in the University of North Carolina including Isaiah Land and BJ Bohler. Alabama State takes down Howard in the SWAC/MEAC challenge, and the QB duel between Dematrius Davis and Quinton Williams was a deciding factor. Davis was able to make plays when plays weren’t presented to him and Williams was not. It was his f...

Battle of the Short Corners: How Does BJ Bohler Compare to Decobie Durant?

August 27, 2022 00:16 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Florida A&M’s BJ Bohler & South Carolina State’s Decobie Durant are both undersized corners, but is that where the similarities stop? Coach Nooks joins to discuss what makes each player special and also a breakdown of their techniques. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes li...

SWAC/MEAC Challenge Preview: Alabama State Begins a New Era & 3 Points of Focus for Howard

August 26, 2022 15:13 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

The MEAC has gone through so much upheaval and realignment that it’s time to start a new era in SWAC vs MEAC games. There are 3 areas of focus for the Howard Bison going into the MEAC/SWAC challenge & Alabama State should go into this game looking to set the tone in the Eddie Robinson JR era. The MEAC has gone through so much upheaval and realignment that it’s time to start a new era in SWAC vs MEAC games. Florida A&M and Bethune Cookman are currently in the SWAC. North Carolina A&T is gone...

3 FAMU Players with Most to Gain vs University of North Carolina| How Does FAMU Pull Off the Upset?

August 25, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Willie Simmons labeled Florida A&M’s game vs University of North Carolina as a get money game, and Isaiah Land, BJ Bohler, and Xavier Smith have the most to gain. Candace Cooper of Locked On ACC discusses Drake Maye being named UNC’s starting QB and how Gene Chizik can revitalize the defense. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions ap...

Markquese Bell is a Lock to Make the Dallas Cowboys Roster and a Part of the Cowboys' Future Plans

August 24, 2022 13:15 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Marcus Mosher of Locked On Cowboys joins to update us on Markquese Bell’s performance at Dallas Cowboys camp. He details Bell’s versatility, performance with the first team, and how he’s played in preseason games vs Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos. Mosher also gives a prediction on Bell’s roster status. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Term...

Isaiah Land vs Jordan Lewis: Who's the Best Edge Rusher in the SWAC?

August 23, 2022 13:34 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Florida A&M’s Isaiah Land vs Southern University’s Jordan Lewis, who’s the better Edge? Gerald Huggins of Draft HBCU breaks down the last two Buck Buchanan award winners, and says who is better. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and us...

Decobie Durant Gets a Kevin Durant Co-Sign| North Carolina A&T Fires MBB Coach Will Jones

August 22, 2022 16:23 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Decobie Durant caught the eye of Kevin Durant as he shined in the Los Angeles Rams preseason game. North Carolina A&T fires their head basketball coach, Will Jones going into their first CAA season, and Christian Peters comes into Shaw’s QB competition with a new mindset and leadership style Decobie Durant caught the eye of Kevin Durant as he shined in the Los Angeles Rams preseason game. He showed playmaking, instincts, and the ability to create turnovers. Christian Peters is ready to win...

HBCU Pigskin Showdown is a Part of the Rise of HBCU All Star Games| MVSU Stadium Temporarily Closed

August 19, 2022 14:48 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

Chris Williams of HBCU Pigskin Showdown discusses the quick growth of the event with the NBC partnership. Mississippi Valley State’s stadium is only temporarily closed and that’s good news for MVSU fans as all home game should still be able to happen as scheduled. Chris Williams of HBCU Pigskin Showdown discusses the quick growth of the event with the NBC partnership. He also discusses why the scheduling conflict with Celebration Bowl was unavoidable. Mississippi Valley State’s stadium is ...

Deacon Jones Award Watchlist Snubs| SWAC is Projected to Win the Celebration Bowl by a Vote of 16-4

August 18, 2022 16:15 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Andrew Body, Jason Dumas, and Esaias Guthrie headline the list of Deacon Jones Award Watchlist snubs and the HBCU-Pro Sports Media Association expects the SWAC to win the Celebration Bowl regardless of who wins the SWAC. The HBCU celebration game between UNC & FAMU celebrates the HBCU roots of Florida & North Carolina. HBCUsports gives their Deacon Jones award Watchlist snubs. This brings 10 new names that it’s hard to believe didn’t make the original list. The list is headlined by Andrew B...

Jackson State Hires Mike Zimmer | Olympic Gold Medalist Kenny Monday to Coach Morgan State Wrestling

August 17, 2022 13:53 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

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Can Delaware State Overcome a Lackluster Offense? Grambling Close to Naming Their Starting QB

August 16, 2022 17:47 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Can Delaware State overcome a lackluster offense? Bowie State and Albany State made the AFCA top 25 poll and Hue Jackson says the QB battle at Grambling is close to being resolved. Can Delaware State overcome a lackluster offense? Will they need to overcome a lackluster offense? Those are 2 completely separate question. They have the skill on defense to be a good team but they’ll need the offense to perform in order to be championship contenders. Bowie State and Albany State made the AFCA ...

Who’s the Best HBCU Player at Each Position? Shemar Bridges was the HBCU Star of Preseason Week 1

August 15, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Shemar Bridges’ ability to showcase his ball tracking skills and body control earned him national recognition, a spot on the SportsCenter top 10 plays, and likely a leg up in the WR5 race for the Baltimore Ravens. The NCAA released their list of best HBCU players at each position. Shemar Bridges was the HBCU star of the first week of the NFL preseason. His ability to showcase his ball tracking skills and body control earned him national recognition and a spot on the SportsCenter top 10 play...

Raw Sports Marketing: 2 HBCU Students Taking Over the Houston NIL Scene

August 12, 2022 11:30 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Andre Gibbs and Ty Manuel are the founder’s of Raw Sports Marketing. The Agency represents Texas Southern’s Andrew Body and other athletes in the Houston area. The duo discusses their history as athletes and how that impacts their journey into the business sign of sports. The group talks about how to creating personalized NIL deals is important and how NIL deals have changed college athletics. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you ...

Shemar Bridges WILL Make Baltimore Ravens Roster| HBCU All Star Game Competing with Celebration Bowl

August 11, 2022 15:22 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Shemar Bridges is primed to make the Baltimore Ravens final roster. The HBCU Pigskin All Star game is scheduled for the same day and basically the same time as the Celebration Bowl, which was an odd move on their part. Shemar Bridges is primed to make the Baltimore Ravens final roster. He has consistently been identified as a camp standout and is fighting for the 5th WR spot. With a good preseason, that spot should be his with possibly some room for mobility. The HBCU Pigskin All Star game...

What Players Made the preseason All American List? You Need to Pay Attention to Preseason Football

August 10, 2022 15:24 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

FAMU’s Isaiah Land & Jah’Marae Sheread headline the STATS Perform FCS preseason All American list, and Decobie Durant, James Houston, Markquese Bell, and Shemar Bridges are names to watch in the preseason. Fisk University recently had their first gymnastics practice, and I can’t help but feel something monumental is on the horizon. FAMU’s Isaiah Land & Jah’Marae Sheread headline the STATS Perform FCS preseason All American list. They are the only 1st team all Americans from an HBCU. Jordan ...

Are The Expectations for Travis Hunter Too Much Too Soon?

August 09, 2022 16:21 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Now that I’ve given Travis Hunter’s sky high ceiling on yesterday’s episode, we look at the other side of the conversation and ask are we placing too many expectations on him? STATS writer Craig Haley recently put Hunter on his Preseason FCS All American 3rd team. That’s not something I would have been comfortable doing before he played in a collegiate game, but Haley defends his decision in an interview with HBCUSports. Then we ask the question of if Hunter will live up to the expectations ...

What is Travis Hunter's Ceiling in His Freshman Season? Most Outstanding Player in HBCU Football???

August 08, 2022 17:04 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

What is Travis Hunter’s ceiling in his freshman season at Jackson State? Is it to be a good player, an All-SWAC player, or maybe the Deacon Jones award for best player in black college football? We’re looking at what Hunter’s season could look like if everything goes perfect. In order to make that projection we also look back at past #1 overall recruits in the nation to see how they adjusted to the college game. We also look at SWAC freshman of the year candidates not named Travis Hunter. Gr...

4 Players make Walter Payton Award (FCS MVP) Watchlist, Anthony Holloman: the New SIAC Commissioner

August 05, 2022 16:13 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

4 HBCU players made it to the Walter Payton award watchlist: Shedeur Sanders, Kemari Averett, Shaq Davis, and Xavier Smith. After 13 years under Gregory Moore, The SIAC has found a new commissioner in Anthony Holloman. 4 HBCU players made it to the Walter Payton award watchlist: Shedeur Sanders, Kemari Averett, Shaq Davis, and Xavier Smith. As a QB, Sanders has the clear advantage as this is mostly a QB award. Still this represents how highly they are viewed within their position for everyo...

James Houston Is Still ‘The Problem’ in Detroit, The Bluebloods Says the Best HBCU Media Day Was...

August 02, 2022 13:27 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

James Houston stands out as the best player in the field at day one of Detroit Lions camp. The Bluebloods joins the show to speak on the expectations of North Carolina A&T and also who stood out at SWAC & MEAC media day. James Houston stands out as the best player in the field at day one of Detroit Lions camp. He showed his athleticism and intelligence by flying around making plays. It was only the first day but still a great showing for the rookie. Bluebloods has been on the road for 2 we...

Commissioner Stills Slams Idea of an HBCU Superconference, Delaware State HC Feels Disrespected

August 01, 2022 12:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Delaware State HC Rod Milstead was furious about the MEAC preseason poll and North Carolina Central HC Trei Oliver has a huge chip on his shoulder. Commissioner Stills denounced the idea of a HBCU superconference. Delaware State HC Rod Milstead was furious about the MEAC preseason poll. The Hornets were projected to finish 4th in the conference after finishing 3rd last year. Most of his frustration comes from the amount of returning talent they’ll have from last year’s team. North Carolina...

Sonja Stills Should Use MEAC Media Day as a State of the Union, LeVelle Moton's Deep Coaching Tree

July 29, 2022 01:13 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

We prepare for MEAC media day by breaking down the attendees and what questions we want answered. Our Feature Friday focuses on LeVelle Moton and his coaching tree. We prepare for MEAC media day by breaking down the attendees and what questions we want answered. Each team brings in 1 offensive player and 1 defender. Also, questions about the lifespan of the MEAC should be discussed. Our Feature Friday focuses on LeVelle Moton and his coaching tree. There are 21 people underneath his umbrel...

North Carolina A&T Expected to Win the Big South| HBCU Sports Preseason All MEAC Team Predictions

July 27, 2022 15:21 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

Big South coaches predict North Carolina A&T will win the conference and we wrap up our Senior Bowl watchlist with players like Jordan Lewis and Kemari Averett. Norfolk State’s JJ Davis & SC State’s Jablonski Green highlight HBCU sports All MEAC projections. Big South coaches predict North Carolina A&T will win the conference. This would be the first time an HBCU won a non HBCU conference since Tennessee State won the OVC in 1999. They would have to do this in their second and final season ...

Alabama A&M is Replacing the Whole Defense, CIAA Coaches Split on How Good Bowie State Will Be

July 25, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Alabama A&M is overhauling the whole defense after the departure of Aqeel Glass, and we look into the MEAC players to make Jim Nagy’s Senior Bowl watchlist. Bowie State is expected to win the CIAA, but coaches aren’t as sure about that as previous seasons. Alabama A&M is overhauling the whole defense after the departure of Aqeel Glass. Losing a QB who can help you score 40 points can help you cover up your bad defense. Now Connell Maynor says to expect 10 or 11 new starters on defense. We ...

Deion Sanders Says Travis Hunter is Better Than He Was, Eddie George Shrugs Off OVC Preseason Poll

July 22, 2022 15:43 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Deion Sanders saying Travis Hunter is better than he was at that point in his career and Eric Dooley predicted to lead Southern University to a SWAC West championship were highlights of SWAC Media Day. Eddie George is completely unbothered by Ohio Valley Conference saying Tennessee State being a middle of the pack team. Deion Sanders says Travis Hunter is far better than Sanders was at that point in his career. Hunter has the athleticism and mindset to be great. In addition to that, he has ...

Questions We NEED Answered at SWAC Media Day, HBCUnited 2-0 in The Basketball Tournament

July 20, 2022 17:32 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

SWAC media day is upon us and I have some questions like how much offense will Travis Hunter play for Jackson State, and who will be the QB for schools Alabama A&M, Grambling and more. The SIAC coaches project Albany State’s Dionte Bonneau and Lane College’s Andrew Farmer to be the best offensive and defensive players in the conference, and HBCUnited has made it to the round of 16 in The Basketball Tournament. SWAC media day is upon us and I have some questions like how much offense will Tr...

Are HBCUs Moving Up to the FBS? XFL Showcase was Great but Success is TBD

July 18, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Mo Carter from FOX54 in Huntsville, Alabama discusses the idea of HBCUs moving to the FBS level after Deion Sanders mentioned it at the XFL showcase. The XFL showcase was a great event whose success is still to be determined and the SWAC media day attendees have been announced. Mo Carter from FOX54 in Huntsville, Alabama discusses the idea of HBCUs moving to the FBS level after Deion Sanders mentioned it at the XFL showcase. He mentions the SWAC attempting to move up as a conference and wha...

SWAC/MEAC Challenge Should Expand to 6 Games, SIAC Coaches Expect Albany State to Stay Dominant

July 15, 2022 19:09 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

I believe the idea to expand the SWAC/MEAC challenge from 1 to 6 games would be a great idea to include top teams from the SWAC like Jackson State and FAMU and from the MEAC like South Carolina State and North Carolina Central. SIAC coaches predict how the season will unfold while 4 HBCU legends made the list of pro football hall of fame semifinalists. I believe the idea to expand the SWAC/MEAC challenge from 1 to 6 games would be a great idea to include top teams from the SWAC like Jackson...

Deion Sanders Wants to Stay at Jackson State But…| Charles Barkley Donates to Spelman

July 13, 2022 15:30 - 34 minutes

247 Sports insider Carl Reed says Deion Sanders wants to stay in Jackson State, and Charles Barkley donates a million dollars to Spelman. Ms Love AKA yardtalkhbcu discusses how the Chelsey Lucas scandal impacts the Grambling brand.  247 Sports insider Carl Reed says Deion Sanders wants to stay in Jackson State. Reed says JSU has to move up to the FBS level. I question if that is inside information or speculation. Ms Love AKA yardtalkhbcu discusses how the Chelsey Lucas scandal impacts the Gra...

Deion Sanders Wants to Stay at Jackson State But…| Charles Barkley Donates to Spelman

July 13, 2022 15:30 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

247 Sports insider Carl Reed says Deion Sanders wants to stay in Jackson State, and Charles Barkley donates a million dollars to Spelman. Ms Love AKA yardtalkhbcu discusses how the Chelsey Lucas scandal impacts the Grambling brand.  247 Sports insider Carl Reed says Deion Sanders wants to stay in Jackson State. Reed says JSU has to move up to the FBS level. I question if that is inside information or speculation. Ms Love AKA yardtalkhbcu discusses how the Chelsey Lucas scandal impacts the ...

Darius Leonard Ranked Best LB in NFL, Chelsey Lucas Says Grambling Volleyball Players Set Her Up

July 11, 2022 17:26 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Former South Carolina State and current Indianapolis Colts LB Darius Leonard was listed as the best LB in the NFL by a poll of his peers, coaches, and executives. Chelsey Lucas says she didn’t cut all the players from Grambling’s volleyball team but was instructed to do so by the AD, and is being a finalist for recruits like Peter Woods and Desmond Ricks good enough for HBCUs still? Former South Carolina State and current Indianapolis Colts LB Darius Leonard was listed as the best LB in the...

Top 5 NFL Players from HBCUs in the Last 10 years, We Need Chelsey Lucas’ Side of the Story

July 08, 2022 20:05 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Darius Leonard and Terron Armstead are clearly the cream of the crop, but who else makes the cut for top 5 NFL players from HBCUs in the past decade? The one thing we need from Chelsey Lucas now is her side of the story. There have been a bunch of HBCU players to make it to the league with varying degrees of success. Over the last 10 years, who are the best of the bunch? We list the 5 best NFL players from HBCUs over the last 10 years. Darius Leonard and Terron Armstead are easy choices but...

Javon Hargrave Enters South Carolina State Hall of Fame, Grambling Fires Chelsey Lucas

July 06, 2022 15:40 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

Philadelphia Eagles DT, Javon Hargrave will be immortalized in the South Carolina State hall of fame. Former volleyball coach Chelsey Lucas has been fired by Grambling, while Texas Southern has recruited Shawn Jones Jr. from Pearland. Javon Hargrave will be immortalized in the South Carolina State hall of fame. He was a dominant player and 2 time MEAC defensive player of the year. He’s went on to have a successful career for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles.  Former volleyba...

What if the SWAC Adopted the ACC's 3-5-5 Scheduling Model? Who is Your Team's Permanent Opponents?

July 04, 2022 15:17 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Locked On ACC’s Candace Cooper breaks down the conference’s new scheduling method, and we try to apply it to the SWAC. Who would be each team’s permanent opponent? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and yo...

Travis Hunter Doesn’t Make Defenders to Watch List, Dariauna Lewis Enters Transfer Portal

July 01, 2022 20:47 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Travis Hunter didn’t make The Draft Network’s defensive players to watch list, and Jarvis Christian become one of the few HBCUs and few colleges in Texas to have a wrestling program. Dariauna Lewis is entering the transfer portal, and her departure would be a big blow to Alabama A&M women’s basketball. The Draft Network is back with their 6 defensive players to watch, but Travis Hunter isn’t on the list. Isaiah Land and BJ Bohler have FAMU to have another stout defense. TDN projects the D L...

8 Offensive Players to Watch in 2022, There is a Scarcity of HBCU Talent in the NBA

June 27, 2022 17:18 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

The draft network gave their 8 offensive players to watch in this year’s football season: Travis Hunter, Kevin Coleman, Phaizon Wilson, Eden James, Abdul-Fatai Ibrahim, Shedeur Sanders, Kemari Averett, Jadakis Bonds.A duo of Texas Southern products, Michael Badejo and Brison Gresham, look to take the next step toward the NFL and NBA. The draft network gave their 8 offensive players to watch in this year’s football season: Travis Hunter, Kevin Coleman, Phaizon Wilson, Eden James, Abdul-Fatai...

FAMU vs Jackson St Isn’t a Rivalry but Has Potential, Randolph Ross is a North Carolina A&T Legend

June 24, 2022 15:44 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Jackson State vs FAMU isn’t a rivalry but has rivalry potential, and Zion Keith returns home to South Carolina State. Randolph Ross will be joining his dad at Tennessee, but his impact on North Carolina A&T is indelible. Jackson State vs Florida A&M is a big game but it isn’t a rivalry. Not yet at least. While it’s not a rivalry, it’s trending that way with just a little bit more time. The mix of competition and passionate fan bases is there. Zion Keith is returning to his home state of So...

South Carolina State and Deion Sanders headline BCFHOF Awards, Skylar Baltezegar signs to FAMU WBB

June 22, 2022 16:14 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Skylar Baltezegar brings some more size to the FAMU WBB front court, North Carolina A&T prepares for a trip to CAA by adding Jason Markinos and Keith Willis to the defensive coaching staff, and the Black College football Hall of Fame highlighted the current crop of HBCU football as well such as Deion Sanders, South Carolina State football, and more. Grover Stewart of the Indianapolis Colts also won NFLPA player of the year, highlighting current professional HBCU players. The Black College f...

Howard Declines the CAA Invitation, Allen Johnson is the New North Carolina A&T Track & Field Coach

June 20, 2022 16:56 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Howard has officially declined the CAA’s invitation which confirms they’ll be staying with the MEAC, and the class of 2022 Black College Football Hall of Fame was just inducted. The future of North Carolina A&T begins now with hiring Allen Johnson after Duane Ross went to the University of Tennessee. Donald Driver Howard has officially declined the CAA’s invitation which confirms they’ll be staying with the MEAC. This is important as they were the most successful team in the conference this...

Bayou Classic is Back on National TV, Demetri Morsell Adds a Playmaker to Southern's Secondary

June 17, 2022 16:59 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Hampton Linebacker Keshaun Moore signed a NIL deal with WWE, and former CIAA Defensive Player of the Year, Demetri Morsell is another Bowie State defensive back to come to Southern University through the transfer portal this week. The Bayou Classic is back on national TV with NBC. Hampton Linebacker Keshaun Moore signed a NIL deal with WWE. This deal is labeled as a Next in Line deal. It’s supposed to provide a pathway from college athletics to WWE. The Bayou Classic is returning to NBC af...

Isaiah Land Opens Up on Transfer Portal Process, Staying at FAMU, and Fires Back at Deion Sanders

June 15, 2022 16:58 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Isaiah Land opens up on how FAMU teammate Markquese Bell not getting drafted led him to the transfer portal, and he responds to Deion Sanders’ comments about his initial decision. Jordan Carter, Stephen Singleton, and Jabar Triplett have all landed at a new HBCU through the transfer portal, and eyes are on Randolph Ross to see if he goes to University of Tennessee. Isaiah Land entered the transfer portal but decided to stay at FAMU about a month ago. He’s now opening up on his whole process...

Shemar Bridges Shines at Baltimore Ravens Camp, Howard Women’s 4x4 is Generational

June 13, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

We take a look at how Shemar Bridges, James Houston, and Joshua Williams have fared at Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Lions, and Kansas City Chiefs OTAs. Howard Women’s 4x4 relay team labeled once in a generation; Randolph Ross, Javonte Harding, and Grace Nwokocha were the top North Carolina A&T performers.  Shemar Bridges has shined at Baltimore Ravens OTAs. He prided himself on defying big guy stereotypes, but his size has been a big part of his success thus far. His size has him positioned to...

Jackson State Graces the Sports Illustrated Cover, Revisiting Mikey Williams Top 10 List

June 10, 2022 17:09 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Jackson State football is on full display with Deion Sanders, Shadeur Sanders and Travis Hunter gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated and former Alabama A&M QB Jarren Williams is retiring from football, citing his mental health. We revisit Mikey Williams top 10 list from 2 years ago and see where North Carolina Central, Hampton, Alabama State, Texas Southern, and Tennessee State stand today. Jackson State football is on full display with Deion Sanders, Shadeur Sanders and Travis Hunter gr...

Must See Football Games in 2022, North Carolina A&T and Howard Roll into NCAA Outdoor Championships

June 08, 2022 10:23 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

The Clarion Ledger posted an article detailing the must see game of every week this upcoming season and Shemar Page makes 2nd team All American. North Carolina A&T & Howard get ready to roll in NCCA track & field championships.  The Clarion Ledger posted an article detailing the must see game of every week this upcoming season. There are some great games on the list, and we break down some of the best games on the list.  Shemar Page made the NCAA All American 2nd team. This culminates a do...

Chris Paul Returns with Year 2 of HBCU Showcases, CIAA Tournament is Staying in Baltimore

June 06, 2022 16:52 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Chris Paul’s HBCU Tip Off & Challenge returns with Virginia Union, Clark Atlanta, Xavier, Johnson C Smith, Norfolk State, Texas Southern, North Carolina A&T, and Hampton. The CIAA tournament extends its Baltimore contract, and HBCUnited returns to The Basketball Tournament. HBCUnited returns as part of The Basketball Tournament. Last year, they were knocked out in the first round, so there’s a clear initial hurdle for the team to get over. This year’s team is a mix of last year’s players an...

Bowie State and Albany State Make D2 Preseason Top 25, JSU Getting a Tight End Guru in Tim Brewster

June 03, 2022 16:36 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MB

Bowie State and Albany State make the Lindy’s preseason division 2 top 25 rankings, Tuskegee’s head coach, Reginald Ruffin, will retire after his first season, and Brandon Olsen of Locked on Gators joins to discuss Tim Brewster’s time at University of Florida.  Bowie State and Albany State make the Lindy’s preseason division 2 top 25 rankings. Both teams are credited for having strong defenses. BSU is led by Joshua Pryor, who they have projected as the DPOY. ASU is returning 18 starters.  ...

Tim Brewster Joins Jackson State Coaching Staff, Why North Carolina A&T & Hampton Fit in the CAA

June 02, 2022 13:30 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

Former University of Minnesota head coach Tim Brewster is joining Jackson State football coaching staff and Markquese Bell is showing out at Dallas Cowboys OTA’s. What criteria did North Carolina A&T and Hampton have to meet to join the CAA? Former University of Minnesota head coach Tim Brewster is joining Jackson State football coaching staff. He brings an expertise to the tight end position which is shown in his work with Kyle Pitts. This makes the tight ends a position to watch in the ne...

Grambling Recruiting Heavily on the West Coast, Florida HBCU Mega Camp Sets a Great Precedent

June 01, 2022 15:43 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Grambling is investing in the west with high schoolers from California and transfers from UNLV, Utah, and UCLA. FAMU, Bethune Cookman, Edward Waters, and Florida Memorial set a great precedent with the Florida HBCU Mega Camp, and Alabama State is the 2022 SWAC baseball champions and will be facing University of Tennessee next.  Grambling has been recruiting heavily on the west during this draft cycle. Most HBCU rosters I’ve seen, the players are mostly in state prospects and prospects from ...

Damon Wilson Brings New Culture to Morgan State, Deion Sanders and Willie Simmons want OBC on ESPN

May 30, 2022 15:38 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MB

Damon Wilson is bringing a new face and culture to Morgan State and Morgan Price proves Fisk was right for making a gymnastics team. Deion Sanders and Willie Simmons are mad Jackson State and FAMU isn’t on ESPN, but they’re forgetting about the US Open.  Damon Wilson is bringing a new face and culture to Morgan State. Morgan State was putrid defensively last year. Luckily, Wilson comes from a defensive background. That was on full display at Bowie State.  Morgan Price committing to Fisk pr...

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