Locked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & Basketball
655 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -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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Howard University is Now with the Jordan Brand, Bowie State Finds Their Interim Head Coach
May 27, 2022 15:42 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBWe’re discussing Howard University joining the Jordan brand after their Under Armour partnership expires this summer for all sports except golf, who has it’s own deal with Steph Curry’s brand and Bowie State hiring Kyle Jackson quickly after Damon Wilson was hired by Morgan State. We wrap up with highlighting the best of Gregory Moore’s run as SIAC commissioner. Howard University is joining the Jordan brand after their Under Armour partnership expires this summer for all sports except golf,...
Damon Wilson to be Next Morgan State HC, What’s Next for Felix Harper? Tomekia Reed Loyal to JSU
May 26, 2022 17:17 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBWe discuss Bowie State HC Damon Wilson is expected to be the new Morgan State HC and Tomekia Reed’s loyalty to Jackson State today. Also, is Felix Harper’s possible return to Cleveland based on how long Baker Mayfield is on the team? Bowie State HC Damon Wilson is expected to be the new Morgan State HC. In his time at Bowie State, he’s amassed a 89-45 record. As of recent, he’s won 3 CIAA championships in a row. MSU got them one Felix Harper was recently cut by the Cleveland Browns after e...
What If Tuskegee and Tennessee State Joined the SWAC? Duane Ross Leaving NCAT for Tennessee
May 25, 2022 15:22 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIf Tuskegee joined the SWAC, Tennessee State would be a good partner to join as well after Eddie George’s comments about the OVC; this would open up new matchups such as Tennessee State vs Texas Southern or Alabama State, Alabama A&M, and Tuskegee fighting for top team in Alabama. Duane Ross leaves for Tennessee after a 10 year run at North Carolina A&T. If Tuskegee joined the SWAC, Tennessee State would be a good partner to join as well after Eddie George’s comments about the OVC. The addi...
Andrew Body and Dynamic Offense Bring Optimism to TSU, USFL Providing Opportunities for HBCU Players
May 24, 2022 15:15 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBAndrew Body and that offense should have their fans excited going into SWAC play; the USFL is giving HBCU players chances to play professional football. Tuskegee is demanding a public apology from Nick Saban after his comments about Jackson State. Texas Southern should be excited going into this season in the SWAC because they have an offense led by Andrew Body. He’s the type of QB you always feel you have a chance with in any game. He’s joined in the backfield by Ladarius Owens and Jacorey...
FAMU and Tennessee State Build on a Strength, Jackson State Looks to Turn a Weakness to a Strength
May 23, 2022 11:45 - 24 minutes - 23 MBJackson State, Florida A&M, and Tennessee State are all building strengths, JSU turns a weakness into a strength while Florida A&M and Tennessee State are building on top of a strength. Jackson State brought in Sy’veon Wilkerson, 1st Team All MEAC player from Delaware State, FAMU added to the coaching staff, and Tenn St. added a player from Georgia Tech and Austin Peay State. Jackson State said they wanted to improve the running game this offseason. Rather than that being lip service, it wa...
Nick Saban Accuses Deion Sanders & Jackson State of Paying Travis Hunter $1 Million in NIL Rant
May 20, 2022 03:54 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBNick Saban had a lot to say about NIL’s and specifically Jackson State, Travis Hunter, and Texas A&M recruiting class. Jimbo Fisher and Deion Sanders both responded to the claims with Jimbo giving a fiery response in his press conference that should make ripples around the SEC. I was most irritated with the ideas that HBCUs couldn’t attract a player of Travis Hunter and the disrespect of Deion Sanders recruiting prowess. Host of Locked On Texas A&M Joey Ickes joins the show to discuss Nick S...
FCS Playoffs vs Celebration Bowl, Brison Gresham Shines at NBA G League Camp
May 19, 2022 14:52 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBFlorida A&M TE Nicholas Dixon recently pointed out a difference between the FCS playoffs and the Celebration Bowl. He said the aim is to be the best team in the FCS and how players don’t really care about anything but the actual game and competition. It made me realize I will always be partial to the playoffs for the competition despite the monetary benefits of the Celebration Bowl. The 3 HBCU players were at the NBA G League Camp to make it to the NBA Combine didn’t make it. The camp was ...
Ex-Grambling QB Noah Bodden Transfers to Rival, Southern U, Who Was Tarik Cohen Before the Injuries?
May 18, 2022 11:43 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBWe're discussing Southern University stealing a QB from Grambling, Tarik Cohen's torn achilles, and who he was before the injuries. We wrap up by discussing how James Houston and Markquese Bell have impressed with their intangibles at Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys minicamp. Former Grambling QB Noah Bodden has switched from GSU to Southern University, the arch rival. Grambling stole a couple of recruits away from SU this offseason, but this was the ultimate move. Though Bodden wasn’t goin...
Draylen Ellis is Tennessee State's QB of the Future, Texas Southern is the 7th Best Team in March
May 17, 2022 14:19 - 29 minutesTennessee State just found their QB of the future in the transfer portal. Draylen Ellis comes to Tennessee State from Austin Peay, where he led the best offense in the OVC. This move is similar to when they grabbed Geramy Hickbottom from Grambling in the transfer portal, except Ellis has multiple years of eligibility. Ross Jackson of Locked On Saints joins the show to discuss the HBCU players in rookie minicamp. Dee Anderson and CJ Holmes both received camp invites, and Anderson is receiving ...
Draylen Ellis is Tennessee State's QB of the Future, Texas Southern is the 7th Best Team in March
May 17, 2022 14:19 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBTennessee State just found their QB of the future in the transfer portal. Draylen Ellis comes to Tennessee State from Austin Peay, where he led the best offense in the OVC. This move is similar to when they grabbed Geramy Hickbottom from Grambling in the transfer portal, except Ellis has multiple years of eligibility. Ross Jackson of Locked On Saints joins the show to discuss the HBCU players in rookie minicamp. Dee Anderson and CJ Holmes both received camp invites, and Anderson is receivin...
MEAC Should Avoid Adding PWI’s in Expansion, HBCU Legacy Bowl’s Impact Felt in Year 1
May 16, 2022 15:47 - 25 minutes - 24 MBThe MEAC once discussed adding PWI’s to their conference, and I hope they left that idea in the past. Tennessee State, North Carolina A&T, and Hampton can all play outside of HBCU conferences without losing their identity. Adding a PWI to an HBCU conference however would take away some uniqueness from the conference for me. We didn’t have to wait years to see the Legacy Bowl make an impact. There have been 29 HBCU prospects either drafted, signed to an UDFA contract, or received a camp inv...
Is Howard the Top School in the MEAC? Predicting HBCU rookies who will make the 53 Man Roster
May 13, 2022 11:30 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBJoshua Williams, Decobie Durant, Ja’Tyre Carter, James Houston and Markquese Bell highlight the HBCU rookies who will be in NFL rookie minicamps for the Chiefs, Rams, Bears, Lions, and Cowboys. North Carolina A&T women’s track & field team dominated the final day of the Big South Championships. NFL Rookie Minicamp starts this weekend, and it’s never too early to predict which HBCU players will make their rosters. We had 4 HBCU players drafted and a lot more found their way to an undrafted f...
Stop Mentioning Bowie State with MEAC & SWAC Football Teams, HBCU Players Invited to G League Camp
May 12, 2022 11:35 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBBowie State should not be in conversation of best HBCU football team with the likes of Jackson State, South Carolina State, and Florida A&M. They are extremely dominant, but they don’t go against FCS talent on a weekly basis. That leaves a question mark of how they would perform looming over the conversation. The one time they faced an FCS HBCU in the last couple of years was vs Delaware State in a game they lost. Kyle Foster, Brison Gresham, and MJ Randolph were all invited to the NBA G Le...
What We Want to See at the XFL Showcase, Henry Frazier III is the New Virginia State Head Coach
May 11, 2022 17:17 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBToday’s show discusses the XFL having an HBCU showcase at Jackson State, Prairie View A&M is the standard in SWAC women’s Track & Field now, not Alabama State and Virginia State finding their new football coach. I want to see the best HBCU players and coaches have a chance at the XFL showcase. The showcase is meant to encourage diversity and inclusion. Those values should not stop at just the players. Extending the values to coaching as well, allows for more HBCU coaches to make that step ...
A Look at the Post Aqeel Glass Era at Alabama A&M, Jason Dumas Joins Eric Dooley at Southern
May 10, 2022 11:15 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBJason Dumas is transferring from Prairie View A&M to Southern University, joining in his former coach Eric Dooley. Mo Carter from Fox54 in Huntsville, Alabama joins the show to discuss how Alabama A&M will look in the post Aqeel Glass era. Jason Dumas is one of the best players on the Prairie View A&M defense. He has been an impact player since his freshman year, and he led the team in TFL and sacks by a large margin last year. Dumas is staying in the SWAC West and transferring to Southern...
Howard Commitment to the MEAC Could Change the View of the Conference
May 09, 2022 14:27 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBHoward has refuted reports connecting them to the CAA and reaffirmed their commitment to the MEAC. North Carolina A&T, Hampton, Florida A&M, and Bethune Cookman have all recently left the conference; it seemed Howard would be next. Instead, they are staying put. This is a move that could change how the conference is viewed as one of two remaining HBCU conferences along with the SWAC. The sky no longer feels like it’s falling and other schools may realize that too Ryan Nettles is transferrin...
Buck Buchanan Award Winner Isaiah Land Chooses to Stay at FAMU over Georgia, LSU, and Texas
May 06, 2022 11:10 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIsaiah Land has removed his name from the transfer portal and will return to FAMU instead of LSU, Georgia, or Texas. Talent isn’t a question but I think returning to FAMU was the right decision as it is the place where talent meets opportunity. Instead of risking going to a crowded room at any other school, he chose to stay at FAMU where he knows he’ll be given the chance to show his undeniable talent. Land passed up on the likes of Georgia and LSU in favor of returning to FAMU. These are ...
Jordan Lewis Leads the List of HBCU Players to Watch in 2023 NFL Draft
May 05, 2022 15:50 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe 2022 NFL Draft Cycle is over, but it’s never too early to look forward towards the 2023 draft class. This year’s class was led by the defensive backs like Joshua Williams, Decobie Durant, and Markquese Bell. What is the strongest position in next year’s HBCU draft class? Jordan Lewis is a former Buck Buchanan award winner, and he sat at the top of this list even before Isaiah Land went to transfer. 4 HBCU players were drafted this year and we’re looking for more next year, these are the ...
MEAC Shows They’re Not Desperate by Rejecting Chicago State, Any Room for Aqeel Glass in Tampa Bay?
May 04, 2022 15:01 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBThe MEAC showed they aren’t desperate by rejecting Chicago State’s attempt to join the conference. One would think after departures by FAMU, North Carolina A&T, Bethune Cookman, Hampton, and now potentially Howard in recent years, the MEAC would start getting desperate. They rejected Chicago State because they don’t have a football team. They refused to compromise on their demands. A desperate conference wouldn’t have stood so firm. I do think they missed an opportunity by rejecting CSU. Aq...
Joshua Williams and Decobie Durant Land in Great Situations, but Can They Make an Impact Year 1?
May 03, 2022 11:45 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJoshua Williams and Decobie Durant got drafted to phenomenal situations with the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams. There are 2 where’s in the NFL Draft: where you get drafted as in placement and where you get drafted as in team. Both of these players landed on the right side of both of those where’s. This will get them more opportunities and better development. A great landing spot is a great start. What will Williams and Durant do with that great start though? I think Durant is bet...
Was the NFL Draft a Success for HBCUs? FAMU Losing Top Defender, Isaiah Land, in Transfer Portal?
May 02, 2022 11:47 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBWas the NFL draft a success for HBCUs? Joshua Williams, Decobie Durant, Ja’Tyre Carter, and James Houston all got drafted but there was one person missing. Markquese Bell went undrafted, so we didn’t make it to 5 players drafted. Not hitting the threshold was a tough pill to swallow. Reigning Buck Buchanan winner Isaiah Land has entered his name into the transfer portal. If he were to leave FAMU, the impact would be felt on FAMU and HBCUs. It would be nice to keep all the talent in HBCUs. ...
Texas Southern's Michael Badejo: Representing HBCUs, Future of NILs, NFL Draft Process
April 29, 2022 11:30 - 24 minutes - 23 MBI’m joined by Texas Southern DE Michael Badejo, who is a potential Day 3 NFL Draft pick. He joins the show to discuss what it means to represent HBCUs in the draft. Also, if there was a single game to best summarize his game, what would it be. When he’s on the field, what is his mindset when pass rushing vs stopping the run. Badejo didn’t have any NIL deals in college, but he has invested in personal branding since he’s graduated. Also, when did he start feeling his draft stock rising. Supp...
How Many HBCU Players Will be Drafted in the NFL Draft? Markquese Bell is the Top HBCU Prospect
April 28, 2022 14:13 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThe NFL Draft starts today, and the big question is how many HBCU players get drafted this year? The list is headlined by Markquese Bell and Joshua Williams among others, but there are many more possible draft candidates. I split the prospects up into 3 categories: I feel confident, I could see it, and longshots. Gerald Huggins joins to show to discuss what makes Markquese Bell the top prospect on our list. Bell showcased his ability close to the line of scrimmage this year but he is more t...
James Houston's Versatility Should Boost His NFL Draft Stock, HBCU Players with Top 30 Visits
April 27, 2022 11:34 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBJames Houston is one of the best HBCUs players in the NFL Draft, even drawing comparisons to Micah Parsons from Deion Sanders. He played linebacker at University of Florida before transferring to Jackson State and switching to defensive end. There he found his niche rushing the passer. He’s shown the ability to still play on both levels at times but is best at defensive end. I join Locked On NFL to discuss the top HBCU prospects. We also discuss some prospects who have not received the same...
Travis Hunter's Already a 2 Way Impact Player for Jackson State, Under the Radar NFL Draft Prospects
April 26, 2022 11:15 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBTravis Hunter has arrived, and looks like an immediate 2 way impact player for Jackson State. The game was live on ESPN, and It was impossible not to notice the number one recruit in the nation on the field. He had two touchdowns on offense and two interceptions on defense. His main position should be CB, but it is clear WR is in the plans for him at JSU. The Jackson State spring game was more than a Travis Hunter show. He definitely stole some eyes but there were other huge takeaways from ...
What is a Successful NFL Draft for HBCUs? Player Profile: De'Shaan Dixon
April 25, 2022 11:30 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThe NFL Draft is Thursday, and one has to wonder what does success look like for HBCUs this year? Markquese Bell and Joshua Williams are headliners, but there are a lot of players who could go in this draft cycle. Do you define success by number of players drafted, where are players drafted, or how many players end on a roster? Dematrius Davis might not have taken a snap for Alabama State, but his presence looked over the ASU spring game. The QB battle deserves to be a focus of the spring s...
FAMU AD Resigns Leaving a Big Impact in a Short Tenure, What Does Dee Davis Bring to Alabama State?
April 22, 2022 11:46 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBFlorida A&M's AD, Kortne Gosha, abruptly resigns after less than 3 years. In that short time, he helped FAMU go from the MEAC to SWAC, partner with Lebron James, improved facilities, and increased the visibility of the program. There was so much support for Gosha after he resigned, including coach Willie Simmons calling him a generational talent as an AD. Zac Blackerby, of Locked On Auburn, joins the show to discuss Dee Davis' time at Auburn. Why did the Tigers originally want him and why d...
Joshua Williams: Fayetteville State to the NFL Draft, Jackson State Spring Game Will be on ESPN
April 21, 2022 12:25 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJackson State’s Spring game will be televised on ESPN this weekend. This is the first HBCU spring game to be nationally televised. This has the potential to be the first step towards HBCUs getting more frequent national exposure. Gerald Higgins joins to discuss how Joshua Williams went from Fayetteville State to possibly the first HBCU prospect off the board. Williams is a long corner who can fit into a multitude of systems. His Senior Bowl performance against top tier talent did wonders f...
Dematrius Davis Transfers from Auburn to Alabama State, ASU QB Battle Just Got Deeper
April 20, 2022 18:08 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBDematrius Davis just transferred to Alabama State from Auburn. He was a 4 star recruit from Texas who redshirted his first year at Auburn. He will still have all of his years of eligibility, but he isn’t guaranteed a spot. The passing game struggled for the Hornets last year, but there is some talent. A new head coach means a new system. All of those guys are getting a fresh start, and Davis is jumping into that competition. FAMU QB’s situation is impacted by Willie Simmons’ comments after ...
What Happens to the Celebration Bowl if MEAC Dissolves? HBCUs Active & Efficient in Transfer Portal
April 19, 2022 11:30 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBHoward leaving the MEAC for the CAA puts the future of the Celebration Bowl in jeopardy. What would the SWAC winner do if the MEAC dissolves? I have a couple of theories on how you could get all D1 HBCUs involved including Tennessee State and North Carolina A&T. There are theories that also include getting rid of the Celebration Bowl all together HBCUs have been active in the transfer portal for years, so this isn’t something new. HBCUs represent 5 out of the top 10 most active FCS schools ...
Howard is Leaving the MEAC for the CAA, Top 20 HBCU Players to Watch in NFL Draft
April 18, 2022 14:36 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBHoward is prepared to leave the MEAC in favor of the CAA. They would join North Carolina A&T and Hampton, making it 3 HBCUs in that conference. As the CAA grows, the MEAC continues to fall apart. There needs to be additions made to the MEAC, and they need to be done fast. Howard’s academic reputation and athletic profile, aside from football is what made them attractive to the CAA. The NCAA released their top 20 HBCU players to watch going into the NFL Draft. I come away from that article w...
Texas Southern and Houston Texans Announce Game Changing Partnership
April 15, 2022 16:29 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBTexas Southern and the Houston Texans just pulled off a game changing 2 year partnership. It would be great to see more NFL, NBA, and MLB teams partner with HBCUs. This partnership is aimed to improve the facilities on campus, fund scholarship opportunities for female student athletes, and create more engagement from students and faculty. Willie Simmons is a good coach. I saw some questioning that and felt the need to clarify. His success at FAMU and Prairie View proves that. His invitatio...
Decobie Durant Defies His Size to Become a Top Tier Corner, Reggie Barlow is Officially an XFL Coach
April 14, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBReggie Barlow has been announced as an XFL coach alongside Bob Stoops, Wade Philips, Jim Hasslett, Rod Woodson, and Hines Ward.The Rock and the XFL didn’t pick these coaches randomly, so Barlow’s hiring is something to praise. Going from Virginia State and Alabama State to being the head coach of a professional team is big for him and HBCUs. There is at least one coach who understands you can find talent at HBCUs too. DraftHBCU's Gerald Huggins has Decobie Durant coming in at #3 on our top ...
Ameshya Williams-Holliday Ends HBCU to WNBA Drought, Jackson State OC Already Getting High Praise
April 13, 2022 12:17 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBAmeshya Williams-Holliday was just drafted by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA Draft. She broke the 20 year drought of HBCU players getting drafted to the league. Williams-Holliday is only the 6th ever HBCU player to be drafted. Her success has inspired JSU to hold their own Pro Day to showcase their players in efforts to not make this another long gap. Jackson State’s new offensive coordinator Brett Bartalone is already receiving high praise from Shadeur Sanders. Helping Sanders’ development...
Andrew Body and Texas Southern are Making Strides During the Spring
April 12, 2022 15:39 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBJamail Mathews joins to discuss Texas Southern's spring practice and spring game. Andrew Body is developing after an already good freshman season. He's found a #1 receiver in Jyrin Johnson, and that offense is looking to be even better. Defensively, there needed to be major improvement. There's a pair of corners and some other defensive players who have people around the team excited. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar....
5 Star Recruit at FAMU Spring Game, Dark Cloud Defense Pt 2 for FAMU?
April 11, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBFlorida A&M, Alcorn State, and Tennessee State all hosted big time recruits at their Spring Game. Kameron Davis, 5 star RB out of Georgia and Florida State commit, attended the FAMU Spring Game. These high profile recruits are examples of HBCU’s changing their a mindset to feeling they can grab those high profile recruits. Spring Games and the Junior Days attached to them can be powerful recruiting tactics. FAMU coach Willie Simmons described just how good this defense is by saying how litt...
Grambling Volleyball Coach Under Fire, Howard Football Hires a Woman Full Time for the 1st Time Ever
April 08, 2022 11:54 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBGrambling Volleyball just let go of all of their athletes after new coach Chelsey Lucas has been hired. Players from her stops at Alcorn and University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff are giving similar stories. High schoolers who were given a scholarship are reportedly losing their opportunity as well. It’s a situation to definitely keep monitoring. Virginia State just added 3 sports: Women’s soccer and men’s and women’s lacrosse. The new sports set them apart from the other teams in the CIAA. N...
Florida A&M Has QB Battle during Spring Practice, Ja'Tyre Carter's Basketball Past Shows on the Field
April 07, 2022 17:59 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBFlorida A&M is holding their spring game this weekend. Even with a successful run to the FCS playoffs and their starting QB returning, they are still holding a QB battle. I think this is a smart decision as iron sharpens iron. Worst case Resean McKay keeps his job and proves he’s the best. No harm no foul. This is a good move by coach Willie Simmons to keep the QB room from getting complacent. Gerald Huggins joins to discuss Southern OT Ja'Tyre Carter. Carter is his #4 ranked HBCU prospect....
Tennessee State Football Opens 2023 Season with Notre Dame, Michael Badejo Getting Draft Buzz
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBTennessee State and Notre Dame are opening the season up against each other in 2023. The Ohio State connection between Eddie George and Marcus Freeman helped make this a reality. This is the first time Notre Dame has ever faced an FCS opponent, let alone an HBCU. This is coming off the heels of ND traveling to Howard for basketball. Michael Badejo, from Texas Southern, is a name that has been climbing into the back of the draft. He’s been connected to multiple teams and even featured in a ...
Takeaways From Grambling Spring Game, HBCU All Star Game Was Great
April 05, 2022 16:17 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBGrambling State had their spring game this weekend, their first under Hue Jackson. There were 2 takeaways from this game that’s really like a practice. The defense performed better than expected, kind of, and Kajiya Hollawayne was the 3rd QB to step in. The HBCU All Star Game had all the makings of a good event. I need anticipation, big performances, and big names. The game had all of that. The anticipation was built off of the 2 years it took to get it done. There were big performances in ...
Todd Bowles is the Standard for Coaches Going From HBCU to NFL, Jonathan Ross Transfers to USF
April 04, 2022 18:30 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBTodd Bowles is the new head coach of Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the standard for HBCU coaches who want to go to the NFL. He started his coaching career at Morehouse and Grambling then made it to the league. In the NFL, he has become one of the best defensive minds in the league and a now 2x head coach. Jonathan Ross is transferring from Bowie State to University of South Florida. This is a major step up from the D2 level to the FBS and completely skipping the FCS level. This is clearly big fo...
Are SWAC Teams Comparing Themselves to Jackson State? What to Look For in Grambling's Spring Game
April 01, 2022 11:51 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBGrambling State is holding their spring game this weekend, and I’m looking for 3 things in particular. Hue Jackson has full control of the offense so seeing what it lookalike will be interesting. Kajiya Hollawayne should be making his debut for the Tigers. What will he look like? Lastly, I can’t wait for the pregame coverage to fill us in on how practice has been going for the last month Jeff Lightsy joins the show to discuss the statement he made earlier this week that caused some controve...
Markquese Bell Could Be A Good Malcolm Jenkins Replacement, James Houston Really is "The Problem"
March 31, 2022 12:38 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBWith Malcom Jenkins’ retirement, Markquese Bell would be a great candidate to replace him on the New Orleans Saints. Ross Jackson, host of Locked On Saints, and I discuss what makes the FAMU safety impactful and look at his his MEAC and SWAC career. Gerald Huggins of Draft HBCU discusses James Houston and why his nickname, “The Problem” is fitting. He discusses James Houston’s pass rush toolbox and Houston’s versatility on the field. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built...
Grambling Spring Game is Intriguing, Miles College Baseball on Fire
March 30, 2022 17:11 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBGrambling hasn’t allowed media at their spring practices to keep out distractions and allow everyone to focus on the season. That means the spring game will be the first time the media has seen the team since the first day of practice. That lack of information has me even more intrigued on what they’ll look like. Alabama A&M has 3 potential replacements for Aqeel Glass: Xavier Lankford, Quincy Casey, and Jarren Williams. Lankford has been there the longest, Casey has played games in the SW...
Offensive HBCU Prospects That Fit with New Orleans Saints, Alabama A&M Tries to Replace Aqeel Glass
March 29, 2022 16:31 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBRoss Jackson of Locked On Saints joins the show as we discuss HBCU prospects that would be a good fit for the Saints on the offensive side of the ball. Aqeel Glass and Ja'Tyre Carter would be really good fits for the Saints with their current situation and what the team needs. Aqeel Glass leaving leaves a major question mark in the Alabama A&M program. It's going to be hard to replace him and likely won't happen immediately. To make matters worse, they're losing most of their key contributo...
Markquese Bell Rising Back Up Draft Charts, Howard 4x4 Relay Members Shine at Texas Relays
March 28, 2022 14:55 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIn the latest nfl.com mock draft, Markquese Bell, FAMU, was selected in the 4th round by the San Francisco 49ers. I think this rise has a lot to do with his combine performance. This is a rise for him in the draft charts is well deserved as he's a player who is versatile and impactful in the run and pass. Coppin State's MBB future looked bright after a Cinderella run in the MEAC tournament resulting in a MEAC finals appearance. They were even returning a lot of players because the team was ...
Should Deion Sanders Have Called Out NFL Teams Absent at JSU Pro Day?
March 25, 2022 18:09 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBDeion Sanders called out the 8 NFL teams that didn't come to the Jackson State, Alcorn State, Mississippi Valley State pro day. That isn't the approach I would have taken. I believe that was a conversation that could have stayed in house for motivational purposes. Morehouse has stripped the interim tag off of Douglas Whittler and make him the official men's basketball coach. This was the right decision for the school, and it was the easy decision after the season he had. Whittler led Moreho...
Terron Armstead Signs Win-Win Contract with the Miami Dolphins, De'Shaan Dixon is Our #6 HBCU Player
March 24, 2022 15:49 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBTerron Armstead signs a contract with Miami Dolphins and leaves the team that drafted him, the New Orleans Saints. This contract is an ultimate win win for both sides in a crazy NFL free agency period. Armstead gets financial security and long term commitment. Gerald Huggins joins the show to continue the top 10 draft eligible player list. #6 is De'Shaan Dixon from Norfolk State. Huggins describes Dixon's positional versatility and why his violent hands are so effective. Dixon has a ridicul...
How to Keep a Great HBCU Head Coach, HBCU All Star Game Coaches Announced
March 23, 2022 18:27 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBI agree that it's hard to keep a great HBCU head coach, but I want that to change. It's about building a legacy either through the NCAA Tournament or FCS Playoffs. I think the latter is the better road to start the change. Football coaches are easier to build a legacy for. Talladega fell one game short of their first NAIA championship. A poor shooting stretch in the first half dug them into a hole that was just too big to climb out of. Their defense was good, but they scored their lowest po...
Mo Williams is Under Immediate Pressure at Jackson State, More Exposure for HBCU Pro Days
March 22, 2022 18:14 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBFormer NFL player and All Star Mo Williams is the new Jackson State Men's Basketball Coach. He's coming from Alabama State where he wasn't that successful. His last coaching stop, the surrounding coaches, and being a hometown kid places a lot of pressure on Williams. Pro Days are an essential part of the draft process and getting HBCU pro days exposure is important. The JSU, Alcorn, MVSU joint pro day was publicized on NFL Network and hopefully it's the beginning of more coverage. Talladeg...