Quinn Gray FAMU football contract: See deal on the table for coach | Gerald Thomas III

LINK: 11-page draft of Gray’s contract  

Quinn Gray FAMU football contract: See deal on the table for coach https://t.co/IRnTJhNFrZ

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 19, 2025

https://t.co/o72FfoVSFG

— Coach Bryan (@DrB365) December 19, 2025

Going through it now, but it’s official: Quinn Gray is set to become the next head football coach at Florida A&M.

It’s an 11 page long draft agreement.

The BOT meeting to approve it is set for Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/ENesiYixok

— Alison Posey (@AlisonPosey14) December 19, 2025

FAMU Incomparable Marching 100 Band 2025 | ""The Most Imitated Marching Band in the World" | Marching 100 Media

IT’S GAME DAY 😤 🐍 Florida A&M at Tarleton State | WATCH ON ESPN+ 8 PM EST

IT’S GAME DAY 😤

🐍 Florida A&M at Tarleton State
📍 Tarleton, Texas
⏰ 8 PM EST

Locked in. Ready to compete. Let’s go.#FAMU | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/BsgH2SqVZL

— Florida A&M Men’s Basketball 🏀 (@FAMU_MBB) December 19, 2025

Texan Men’s Basketball hosts Florida A&M for non-conference finale https://t.co/aTiJNyfenr

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Rattlers on the Rise!!

🧡💚#FAMU | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/6FAcqgm8p8

— Florida A&M Men’s Basketball 🏀 (@FAMU_MBB) December 19, 2025

Alabama A&M to Face Richmond at 4 Tha Culture Holiday Classic

Alabama A&M to Face Richmond at 4 Tha Culture Holiday Classic https://t.co/7YtyrrUnFl

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

AAMU’s Jasmine Perez-Acosta Turns Pro, Signs with Peninsula Power FC

AAMU’s Jasmine Perez-Acosta Turns Pro, Signs with Peninsula Power FC https://t.co/6HyHJ7MjRt

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Class of 2026 QB Vashaun “Tig” Coulon from New Orleans, LA has announced his commitment to #SouthernUniversity!

BREAKING NEWS: Class of 2026 QB Vashaun “Tig” Coulon from New Orleans, LA has announced his commitment to #SouthernUniversity!

Tig threw for 3,214 yds & 40 TDs. Ran for 772 Yds & 10 TDs. The District MVP led St. Aug to its first championship game in 46 yrs.#GeauxJags #FaulkEra pic.twitter.com/rI8oIE7ZpP

— SU Recruiting Spotlight (@Recruit4SU) December 19, 2025

Blessed and Highly Favored!

3,214 Passing Yards 69 Completion Percentage 40 Passing TDs

772 Rushing Yards 10 Rushing TDs

District MVP✅
State Runner Up✅
12-2✅
Manning Award 7x✅@LAvsAllYall @PrepRedzoneLA @priority11fb @JPrestonSports https://t.co/XaiYPwAQiu

— Vashaun “Tig” Coulon (@tigcoulon_1) December 15, 2025

Virginia Union running back Curtis Allen wins the 2025 Harlon Hill Trophy

HISTORY. LEGACY. GREATNESS.
Curtis Allen wins the @HarlonHillAward the first HBCU player EVER #PLAY411 pic.twitter.com/bRsuwk9m32

— Virginia Union Univ Football 🏈 (@VUU_Football) December 19, 2025

Virginia Union running back Curtis Allen wins the 2025 @HarlonHillAward. pic.twitter.com/tUe7GQ2I5i

— D2Football (@D2Football) December 19, 2025

Curtis Allen Wins Harlon Hill Trophy https://t.co/5luWXEYnKf

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Virginia Union’s RB Curtis Allen wins the 2025 Harlon Hill!

Allen is @VUU_Football's , and @CIAAForLife, first-ever Harlon Hill winner. He is the first running back to win since 2013.

He ended the season with 2409 rushing yards & 30 touchdowns. 🏆 #HarlonHillAward pic.twitter.com/B4JnyeHXQ4

— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) December 19, 2025

Halftme vs. Prairie View A&M University | 2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl | SCSU Marching 101 2025

Halftme vs. Prairie View A&M University | 2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl ... https://t.co/Xz9yVCQMTA via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Celebration Bowl Halftime Show | PVAMU Marching Storm | 2025

Celebration Bowl Halftime Show | PVAMU Marching Storm | 2025 https://t.co/YhN85HNAfK via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Chicago State Football has an opening date. Can the team be ready in time? | Matt Brown

Chicago State wants to play FCS football in 2026.

As of today, they have one coach, no players, no stadium and no schedule.

Here's what I've learned on how they plan to fix all of that in time, and what folks should be watching for:https://t.co/uHqLuPsup1

— Matt Brown (@MattBrownEP) December 19, 2025

IT’S TIME, COUGARS!

The wait is over. Don't hear about history. Witness it. Stand with us at the first ever game on August 29.

Celebrate with us. Game One.#ChiStateFootball #FCS #College #Football #CFB #NCAA #Football #NEC pic.twitter.com/KzWKAEOAIb

— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) December 18, 2025

NEW: Jackson State OL Quaveon Davis plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, @Hayesfawcett3 reports

NEW: Jackson State OL Quaveon Davis plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, @Hayesfawcett3 reports

The 6-foot-8, 330-pound OL started 33 games in his time with the Tigers and has one year of eligibility remaining.https://t.co/r1HjbaDNbC pic.twitter.com/9oQe3zXiy7

— Transfer Portal (@TransferPortal) December 19, 2025

TSU Men's Basketball Defeats UT Martin 78-71 in OVC Openeras as the Tigers boost to 7-4!

Men's Basketball Defeats UT Martin 78-71 in OVC Openerhttps://t.co/bUVB4fqwV1

— Tennessee State Men's Basketball (@TSUTigersMBB) December 19, 2025

Count it! @danteeharris1 off the glass and TSU takes the lead pic.twitter.com/ijZ27xTml6

— Tennessee State Men's Basketball (@TSUTigersMBB) December 19, 2025

Pirates in ATL ⚓️ Day 2 🏀 Chris Paul HBCU Classic

Pirates in ATL ⚓️ Day 2

🏀 Chris Paul HBCU Classic
🆚 @gsutigers_mbb
📍 @GatewayArena
⏰ 5:00PM ET
📺 ESPNU#CultureMatters #RisingTide pic.twitter.com/RVfZE8swqK

— Hampton Pirates Men’s Basketball (@hupirates_mbb) December 19, 2025

Norfolk State Falls to Grambling State in CP3 HBCU Classic Opener

Norfolk State Falls to Grambling State in CP3 HBCU Classic Opener https://t.co/pn0EaJiJY2

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Clinton, Bailey Pace Spartans Against No. 21 Buckeyes

FINAL - No. 21 Ohio State 79 - Norfolk State 45#Goldstandard🔰 | #Going4It pic.twitter.com/75GjfWnbLC

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 19, 2025

Clinton, Bailey Pace Spartans Against No. 21 Buckeyes https://t.co/EyPtHFQMVn

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Big Second Half Propels Bulldogs Past Lions

Big Second Half Propels Bulldogs Past Lions https://t.co/1PyVTgX5N6

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Four Eagles Named To CSC Academic All-District Volleyball Team

Four Eagles Named To CSC Academic All-District Volleyball Team https://t.co/S81IA6TTG9

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Game 11: Cal vs. Morgan State

Game 11: Cal https://t.co/zSBObwzjHM

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

NCCU Spring Slate Released for Men’s Tennis

Spring Slate Released for Men’s Tennis https://t.co/fuEAOKQjDM

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Lady Bears To Visit Davidson To Close Out Three-Game Southern Road Trip

Lady Bears To Visit Davidson To Close Out Three-Game Southern Road Trip https://t.co/jsLDkA4H0b

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Hatter Classic Next up for B-CU

Hatter Classic Next up for B-CU https://t.co/I9MUYC2eSF

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

Cameron Smith Earns AFCA All-American Honors

Cameron Smith Earns AFCA All-American Honors https://t.co/JAgiT8Xb2Z

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 19, 2025

WBB: Final: Rams 47, Ferrum - 44

WBB: Final: Rams 47, Ferrum - 44 pic.twitter.com/QLKiYdV9XK

— WSSU Athletics (@WSSU_Athletics) December 19, 2025

Blue Tigers Fall to Missouri Western

RECAP: @LUMO_WBB Falls to Missouri Western - https://t.co/J1W0Mnwtsx

— Lincoln University (Missouri) Athletics (@GoBlueTigers) December 19, 2025

Southern University board selects Orlando F. McMeans to serve as interim president

Southern University board selects Orlando F. McMeans to serve as interim president @LAFirstNews 💙💛 https://t.co/0Ntm9G4gbc

— John Walton (@John_Walton_) December 18, 2025

Fought till the end! HU 84, JSU 77

Fought till the end! #CultureMatters #WeAreHamptonU https://t.co/aO9JXb7E9f

— Hampton Pirates Men’s Basketball (@hupirates_mbb) December 19, 2025

The O&G StrikeZone | Dec. 17, 2025 | Ep. 5.34 - Good things come to those who wait

The O&G StrikeZone | Dec. 17, 2025 | Ep. 5.34 - Good things come to those who wait https://t.co/c6A1y4pvqU

— Black College Sports Network (@MyBCSN1) December 18, 2025

Shoutout Bryce Harris and Cam Gillus!

We see a couple of 🦬 on there.

Shoutout Bryce Harris and Cam Gillus! https://t.co/uNewVyRpxd

— Howard Men’s Basketball (@HUMensBB) December 18, 2025

N.C. A&T's 2026 Football schedule has been released including GHOE's date | David Horton

N.C. A&T's 2026 Football schedule has been released including GHOE's date #ayantee #ncat #aggiepride #hbcus #CAASports #247Sportshttps://t.co/NlCrtPOkMF

— Supa Dave (@ThatguySupaDave) December 18, 2025

Howard Football Head Coach Vacancy Created as Larry Scott Takes Auburn Job | Tamara Brown

Howard Football Head Coach Vacancy Created as Larry Scott Takes Auburn Job https://t.co/kkyjnnf6lG

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Scott Steps Down as Football Head Coach https://t.co/TytfM9ItUT

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Big Bison Sweep 🧹 Our guys took home all 3 MEAC weekly honors this week!

Big Bison Sweep 🧹

Our guys took home all 3 MEAC weekly honors this week!#dreamfactory🦬🔵🔴 #howarduniversity #MEACawards pic.twitter.com/rR1BxQFVFp

— Howard Men’s Basketball (@HUMensBB) December 18, 2025

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗬 TSU 🆚 UT Martin

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗬

🆚 UT Martin
🕢 7:30 PM CT
🏟️ Gentry Center
📺 @ESPNPlus ➡️ https://t.co/UOX2H3KRig
📊 https://t.co/Kasm7f2LiE pic.twitter.com/TAnadpdhy8

— Tennessee State Men's Basketball (@TSUTigersMBB) December 18, 2025

The Celebration Bowl continues to deliver 📈 | Kyle T. Mosley

The Celebration Bowl continues to deliver 📈
📺 2.3M average viewers
🔥 3.0M peak audience
🏈 Highest since 2022

HBCU football is "thriving on a national stage," says John Grant. #CelebrationBowl #HBCUFootball @CelebrationBowl @hbculegends

READ: https://t.co/d9UfF30ocS

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 17, 2025

Howard Women’s Hoops Gets on the CollegeInsider.com Mid-Major Top 25

Women’s Hoops Gets on the https://t.co/w9cpkGOhHS Mid-Major Top 25 https://t.co/YtWlldDhDy

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

HU Men’s Track & Field Sweeps MEAC Weekly Accolades

Men’s Track & Field Sweeps MEAC Weekly Accolades https://t.co/ptmYhUwulx

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Bison Women’s Track & Field Claims Two MEAC Weekly Honors

Women’s Track & Field Claims Two MEAC Weekly Honors https://t.co/mY2VAI5x1a

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Howard's Hemingway Scores Game Winner in Road Victory over Cincinnati

Hemingway Scores Game Winner in Road Victory over Cincinnati https://t.co/RcZLlFlVQC

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Prairie View A&M Football’s offense closes the season ranked Top-5 nationally (NCAA FCS) 🏈

Prairie View A&M Football’s offense closes the season ranked Top-5 nationally (NCAA FCS) 🏈

▪️ #2 Yards Per Pass Attempt
▪️ #3 Passing Yards Per Completion
▪️ #4 Receiving Yards
▪️ #3 Sacks Allowed#936Standard #PVAMUFootball #NCAA #FCS #DOG #WTW pic.twitter.com/226QjhxVRS

— Prairie View A&M Football (@pvamufb_) December 18, 2025

The Spartans take on No. 21 Ohio State tonight in Columbus at 6:30 PM on the Big Ten Network

Road test No. 2️⃣ of 3️⃣

The Spartans take on No. 21 Ohio State tonight in Columbus at 6:30 PM on the Big Ten Network.

🆚 @OhioStateWBB
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Columbus, OH
🏟️ Value City Arena
📊 https://t.co/ehkNaobsyP
📺 @BigTenNetwork #GoldStandard🔰 | #Going4It pic.twitter.com/BqDHU9oLQB

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 18, 2025

Tonight's starting 5️⃣ against No. 21 Ohio State.#GoldStandard🔰 | #Going4It pic.twitter.com/mgA4mnKo4O

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 18, 2025

Tuskegee Men’s Basketball Adds Jamaal Stokes to Coaching Staff

Tuskegee Men’s Basketball Adds Jamaal Stokes to Coaching Staff https://t.co/YraCx54wMb

— Tuskegee Men’s Basketball (@Tuskegee_MBB) December 18, 2025

HBCU students! Register today! | Kyle T. Mosley

HBCU students! Register today! I've seen people get jobs on the spot at the @HBCULegacyBowl Career Fair in the past. It's worth the trip! @hbculegends pic.twitter.com/YmzRrdDs7T

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 18, 2025

Former NASCAR driver and 6 others dead after private jet crashes in North Carolina |Devon M. Sayers, Pete Muntean, Dianne Gallagher

Prayers to Greg Biffle and the loss of his beautiful family! Biffle raced with a several HBCU wrapped cars over the years giving unique representation at NASCAR 🙏🏽🙏🏽 https://t.co/CzcnvaWU7t pic.twitter.com/5es4e6AmLk

— SheLovesThee 🔔 (@SheLoves_THEE) December 18, 2025

For those keeping track, #Southern’s confirmed/reported staff at this point | John Walton

.@marshallfaulk at the SUS Board meeting, clearing up social media reports on his staff hires. @SouthernUsports @GeauxJags @LAFirstNews @LAGeauxNation #WeAreSouthern pic.twitter.com/6RXtUf0wYw

— John Walton (@John_Walton_) December 18, 2025

For those keeping track, #Southern’s confirmed/reported staff at this point:

OC: Kyle Caskey (12 year NFL assistant)

DC: Todd Lyght (Faulk’s Rams teammate)

TE: Ben Miles (Son of Les Miles)

GM: Curtis Johnson (Former Saints WR coach, recruited Faulk to SDSU) https://t.co/t68zrw1r3f

— Kevin Batiste (@KBatisteJr) December 18, 2025

.@marshallfaulk @GeauxJags hires (so far)
Curtis Johnson/Assistant Head Coach
Todd Lyght/Defensive Coordinator
Kyle Caskey/Offensive Coordinator
Reported:
Ben Miles/Tight Ends
Donald Penn/Offensive Live @SouthernUsports @LAFirstNews #WeAreSouthern @LAGeauxNation pic.twitter.com/ZT03f9QqYZ

— John Walton (@John_Walton_) December 18, 2025

Chicago State University Ushers in a New Era with Addition of Football, Bringing Chicago Its Only NCAA Division I Program

Big news from the South Side! Chicago State University has officially added FOOTBALL to Cougar Athletics. The Cougars are ready to get to work on the gridiron—history starts here. #CSUFootball #GoCougars #ChicagoState pic.twitter.com/si540xfl6O

— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) December 18, 2025

Chicago State University Ushers in a New Era with Addition of Football, Bringing Chicago Its Only NCAA Division I Program https://t.co/hii5Js9AY6

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Been following this in recent weeks.

Chicago State has received internal approval on launching its FCS start-up program in the 2026 season. Spring practice is planned for coach Bobby Rome II and the Cougars. pic.twitter.com/sY7fCeDkvX

— Craig Haley (@CraigHaley2025) December 18, 2025

Chicago State officially set to launch football program in 2026https://t.co/J6VEaGfSTu

— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) December 18, 2025

🚨Chicago State University is launching a new NCAA Division I FCS football program 🚨

First season as an independent in starting tomorrow, followed by a full move to the Northeast Conference (NEC) in 2027.

The program, led by first-ever head coach Bobby Rome II, aims to build… pic.twitter.com/rRsy6oaTnm

— Southsuburbanhoops (@ssuburbanhoops) December 17, 2025

Alabama A&M Track & Field Unveils 2026 Schedule

Alabama A&M Track & Field Unveils 2026 Schedule https://t.co/2ui1VVtIIW

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Marshall Faulk reportedly plans to hire the son of Les Miles, Ben, to his Southern staff | Toyloy Brown III

Marshall Faulk reportedly plans to hire the son of Les Miles, Ben, to his Southern staff https://t.co/ycfytjZdj0 via @theadvocatebr

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Marshall Faulk plans to add former Tulane coach and a former NFL player to his Southern staff | Toyloy Brown III

Marshall Faulk plans to add former Tulane coach and a former NFL player to his Southern staff https://t.co/O0Dmz5wzXQ via @theadvocatebr

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Marshall Faulk officially signs deal at Southern. See how much he’ll make, contract details. | Toyloy Brown III

Marshall Faulk officially signs deal at Southern. See how much he’ll make, contract details. https://t.co/GgV7B53qbh via @theadvocatebr

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Southern University board approves hiring of new football head coach Marshall Faulk https://t.co/EGJ00fgKw6

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Alabama State football OC Chris Barnette brings excitement to offense | Jaeden Day

Alabama State football OC Chris Barnette brings excitement to offense https://t.co/Kmsozp9EXV via @mgmadvertiser

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

AAMU Baseball Announces 2026 Schedule

AAMU Baseball Announces 2026 Schedule https://t.co/l1NvCRfJGo

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Gators defend their undefeated streak at home with win over Florida A&M | Highlights | Isis Snow

Florida A&M falls 76-51 to Florida https://t.co/qIHmXmkaiG

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Gators defend their undefeated streak at home with win over Florida A https://t.co/vzYp5n16zI

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

Florida Women's Basketball Highlights Vs FAMU 12-17-25 https://t.co/HyZZ2paN4P via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

FAMU basketball's balanced scoring leads to win over Jacksonville | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU basketball's balanced scoring leads to win over Jacksonville https://t.co/N2ybUrrewC

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 18, 2025

Florida A&M wins rebound battle in 72-65 victory against Jacksonville https://t.co/WdxtKDN5lm

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 18, 2025

FAMU trustees to discuss athletic contracts amidst Quinn Gray buzz | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU trustees to discuss athletic contracts amidst Quinn Gray buzz https://t.co/vbDLdtCxjk

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 18, 2025

HBCU FOOTBALL RUNDOWN: BERRY-OLIVER, A FLURRY OF COACHING MOVES, BODY TALKS! | Kyle T. Mosley

HBCU FOOTBALL RUNDOWN: Coach Berry & Buddy Pough, Body Talks, A Flurry of Head Coaching Moves, and more!@hbculegends, @coachberry77, @ANDREWBODY_ , @teddyk95, @CoachQGray, @SU_HumanJukebox https://t.co/yCJY4TX8BM

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 17, 2025

The final HBCU D2 Coaches Poll powered by BOXTOROW rankings are in and the Golden Rams continue to make history coming in at No. 1.

The final HBCU D2 Coaches Poll powered by BOXTOROW rankings are in and the Golden Rams continue to make history coming in at No. 1.#CreatingLegacies pic.twitter.com/yW6BYdjIK4

— Golden Ram Athletics (@ASUGoldenRams) December 17, 2025

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL! Johnny Schifano, P, Grambling State University

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL!

Johnny Schifano, P, Grambling State University @GSUFootball01 #LegacyBound✊🏾@theswac pic.twitter.com/Z2bLhcW55Y

— HBCU LEGACY BOWL (@HBCULegacyBowl) December 16, 2025

The moments that shocked the world and all that led to it. Take a look back at the week that lead to another @CelebrationBowl victory for @SCState_Fb and all of the achievements that took place in 🅰️TL! 🏈🏆

The moments that shocked the world and all that led to it. Take a look back at the week that lead to another @CelebrationBowl victory for @SCState_Fb and all of the achievements that took place in 🅰️TL! 🏈🏆#MEACPride pic.twitter.com/5g5mpXKyL1

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) December 16, 2025

FAMU basketball's Jordan Chatman on fire from three in rout vs Albany State | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU basketball's Jordan Chatman on fire from three in rout vs Albany State https://t.co/MxQMTKuHni

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 16, 2025

WIN !#FAMU | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/SDbn4nAsIL

— Florida A&M Men’s Basketball 🏀 (@FAMU_MBB) December 16, 2025

FAMU football commit TJ Cole shines in state title win for Raines | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU football commit TJ Cole shines in state title win for Raines https://t.co/x9HuZakQzE

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 16, 2025

Quinn Gray to FAMU football? Rumored coach announces Albany State departure | Gerald Thomas III

Quinn Gray to FAMU football? Rumored coach announces Albany State departure https://t.co/nvtSQWDJyc

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 16, 2025

FCS Head Coaching Changes Before The 2026 Season | Sam Herder

New FCS head coaches have been announced in recent days

Penn - Rick Santos (New Hampshire HC)

Portland State - Chris Fisk (Central Washington HC)

Hampton - Van Malone (K-State assistant HC)

Sac State - Alonzo Carter (Arizona assistant HC)

Tracker:https://t.co/SlZx5SNFkV

— Sam Herder (@SamHerderFCS) December 15, 2025

These three coaching greats - @coachberry77 , Willie Jeffries & Buddy Pough have accounted for all 7 HBCU football national championships won by @SCState_Fb | Thomas Grant Jr.

These three coaching greats - @coachberry77, Willie Jeffries & Buddy Pough have accounted for all 7 HBCU football national championships won by @SCState_Fb. @huffstersports @HBCUNightly @ejj_fairway @ReggieWLTX pic.twitter.com/jZdtGEAH66

— Thomas Grant Jr. (@junebugnewyork) December 14, 2025

🔥 IT’S GAME DAY 🔥 🐍 Florida A&M vs Albany State

All educators and school personnel will receive free admission with a valid school-issued ID. The event is designed to celebrate the work and dedication of those who support students and schools throughout the region#FAMU | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 https://t.co/yVvLimGRzT

— Florida A&M Men’s Basketball 🏀 (@FAMU_MBB) December 15, 2025

Truly an honor to be in the presence of such outstanding leaders of men! | Coach Willie Simmons

Truly an honor to be in the presence of such outstanding leaders of men! Welcome to the club ⁦@coachberry77⁩! pic.twitter.com/pcEWJYQwCF

— Coach Willie Simmons (@HCWillieSimmons) December 14, 2025

One of my favorite pics after the game! Proud father figure & wife looking on!! pic.twitter.com/TSLiHf9I7N

— Jamie Walker 🤘🏾-HBCU Wired (@SportVoiceJW) December 15, 2025

Coach Quinn Gray, Sr. to Depart Albany State University for New Opportunity

Thank you @ASUGoldenRams I'm forever indebted!!! #AlwaysASU #ALLIN pic.twitter.com/P2AJq7e670

— Quinn Gray Sr. (@CoachQGray) December 15, 2025

Thank You, Coach Gray for your leadership, your commitment to our student-athletes, and the success you’ve helped build at Albany State University. We wish you and your family the very best in your next chapter.#CreatingLegacies pic.twitter.com/SYDI8tKvEk

— Golden Ram Athletics (@ASUGoldenRams) December 15, 2025

Coach Quinn Gray, Sr. to Depart Albany State University for New Opportunity https://t.co/3H4dgmcoX2

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

A special note from AD Kelly…. pic.twitter.com/YsnVVIpEYt

— Golden Ram Athletics (@ASUGoldenRams) December 15, 2025

Morgan Callahan scores season-high 22 for NCCU in loss to High Point

Morgan Callahan scores season-high 22 for NCCU in loss to High Point. @NCCUWBB @MEACSports #EaglePride

Recap/Final Stats: https://t.co/lvf1RtpvaS pic.twitter.com/jFuj37C9gD

— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) December 14, 2025

Norfolk State Begins Road Trip with Monday Night Matchup at Campbell

Norfolk State Begins Road Trip with Monday Night Matchup at Campbell#GoldStandard🔰 | #Going4Ithttps://t.co/6CUju6wrzq

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 15, 2025

Tonight's starting 5️⃣ against Campbell.#GoldStandard🔰 | #Going4It pic.twitter.com/rqbTcoJ9dx

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 15, 2025

WELCOME to the 2026 ALLSTATE HBCU LEGACY BOWL! Cesar Reyes, OL, Howard University

WELCOME to the 2026 ALLSTATE HBCU LEGACY BOWL!

Cesar Reyes, OL, Howard University @HUBISONFOOTBALL @LopezreyesC @MEACSports pic.twitter.com/P0VnbeICXG

— HBCU LEGACY BOWL (@HBCULegacyBowl) December 15, 2025

CJ Ray Named NEC Prime Performer

CJ Ray Named NEC Prime Performer https://t.co/ymXbkOBEUK

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Doyel Cockrill III Named NEC Prime Performer

Doyel Cockrill III Named NEC Prime Performer https://t.co/4pweGwB3aV

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Chicago State Defeats Loyola Chicago 84–75, First Win Over Ramblers Since 2011-12

Chicago State Defeats Loyola Chicago 84–75, First Win Over Ramblers Since 2011-12 https://t.co/WFZesVBLfV

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Grant Named MEAC Rookie of the Week

Congrats to Aaliyah Grant for winning MEAC Rookie of the Week! @NCCUWBB @MEACSports #EaglePride

Story: https://t.co/SUDan1WkGv pic.twitter.com/P4YUywhmla

— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) December 15, 2025

Introductory Press Conference | Welcoming @VanBMalone3rd as the 23rd head coach of Hampton Pirates Football.

Introductory Press Conference | Welcoming @VanBMalone3rd as the 23rd head coach of Hampton Pirates Football.#WeAreHamptonUhttps://t.co/KT1dZIeDSD

— Hampton Pirates Football (@hupirates_fb) December 15, 2025

A new era of Pirate football is here 🏴‍☠️#WeAreHamptonU | @HamptonU_Alumni pic.twitter.com/pVM2H81Wfn

— Hampton Pirates Football (@hupirates_fb) December 15, 2025

MEACWBB WEEKLY HONORS 🏀🏆

#MEACWBB WEEKLY HONORS 🏀🏆@WellsFargo pic.twitter.com/TdtoXcfGov

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) December 15, 2025

2025 FCS Football Central All-American Team | Zachary McKinnell

FCS Football Central is excited to announce the 2025 FCS All-American Team

Full Release🗞️: https://t.co/dTVzbswjdH

📸: @AQUINN_DESIGN pic.twitter.com/SJC0oi8LtW

— FCS Football Central (@The__Bluebloods) December 15, 2025

For the second consecutive week, Da'Brya Clark has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Week!

For the second consecutive week, Da'Brya Clark has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Week! #GoldStandard🔰 | #Going4It pic.twitter.com/TbaeS2Xckl

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) December 15, 2025

Saskatchewan Roughriders sign DL’s Sundiata Anderson and Davin Vann | Michael Heilman

Saskatchewan Roughriders sign DL’s Sundiata Anderson and Davin Vann: https://t.co/XLbc28rLPT

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Ep 756, Dr. Cavil's Inside the HBCU Sports Lab w/ Doc, Mike, AD, Bryan, and Coach Chennis Berry

Ep 756, Dr. Cavil's Inside the HBCU Sports Lab w/ Doc, Mike, AD, Bryan, ... https://t.co/vDeJGX6O5R via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

FAMU Marching 100 2025 Band of the Year Stand Tunes | Marching 100 Media

FAMU Marching 100 2025 Band of the Year Stand Tunes https://t.co/m5VEeSTGgg via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

FAMU Marching 100 2025 Westlake Performance https://t.co/4pz8LRSvDp via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL! Darius Meeks, OL, Grambling State University

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL!

Darius Meeks, OL, Grambling State University @gsufootball01 #LegacyBound✊🏾@theswac pic.twitter.com/lPlojD5sr0

— HBCU LEGACY BOWL (@HBCULegacyBowl) December 15, 2025

Bannerman Scores Career-High 32 Points In Loss At UCF

Bannerman Scores Career-High 32 Points In Loss At UCF https://t.co/icrud21SlA

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

Giants legend adds another major honor to an already historic football career | Matt Sidney

Giants legend adds another major honor to an already historic football career https://t.co/oB3iiO0OM7

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 15, 2025

FAMU basketball offering free entry vs Albany State. What you need to do | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU basketball offering free entry vs Albany State. What you need to do https://t.co/KH2ZHpVQ2k

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) December 15, 2025

After 10 years of @CelebrationBowl , let's summarize | Coach Bryan

After 10 years of @CelebrationBowl, let's summarize:

➡️Best win pct. (record): 100% - NC A&T (4-0), Florida A&M (1-0)
➡️Most appearances: NC A&T- 4; SC State, Jackson St & Alcorn St- 3
➡️Multi-win Champions: NC A&T (4), SCSU (2)
➡️Most losses: Alcorn St- 3
➡️MEAC victories: 7… pic.twitter.com/sdfEFmkwyM

— Coach Bryan (@DrB365) December 14, 2025

Highest sack rate (sacks/pass-rush snaps), FCS defenses: Cam Mellor

Highest sack rate (sacks/pass-rush snaps), FCS defenses:

1) NC Central: 12.5%
2) SE Louisiana: 10.8%
3) Mercer: 10.7%
4) Richmond: 9.9%
5) Howard: 9.8%
6) St. Thomas: 9.6%
6) Lehigh: 9.6%
8) Sacramento State: 9.5%
8) Grambling: 9.5%
8) West Georgia: 9.5%
11) Tennessee Tech: 9.3%… pic.twitter.com/WDs1OR8tvO

— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) December 14, 2025

Tennessee State Tigers Men's Basketball Knocks Off UNLV at Jack Jones Classic, 63-60

Men's Basketball Knocks Off UNLV at Jack Jones Classic, 63-60https://t.co/6FFRlfTbgu

— Tennessee State Men's Basketball (@TSUTigersMBB) December 14, 2025

Runnin' Rebels Fall To Tennessee State In Close Game In Henderson https://t.co/aLIQtc8lTL

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Chennis Berry Proves Naysayers Wrong Again | Kyle T. Mosley

Chennis Berry Proves Naysayers Wrong, Again!@coachberry77 | @SCState_Fb | @hbculegends | @ktmoze https://t.co/WicRJkOeaN

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 14, 2025

Elizabeth Catlett and the Revolutionary Genius of HBCUs | Adriel A. Hilton

https://t.co/TNc2dsF8F1

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

BSU Men’s Basketball Drops CIAA Opener to Winston-Salem State

Men’s Basketball Drops CIAA Opener to Winston-Salem State https://t.co/22M4QGIB1c

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

‘To God, be the glory’: South Carolina State earns redemption in Celebration Bowl win | Mia Berry

'To God, be the glory': South Carolina State earns redemption in Celebration Bowl win https://t.co/myy9ZhksYO

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Albany State tops Edward Waters as Joe Frazier scores 14 | Joe Whitfield

Albany State tops Edward Waters as Joe Frazier scores 14 https://t.co/hgpqMdvCvM

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

In Photos: South Carolina State overcomes 21-point deficit to win 3rd HBCU National Championship | Itoro N. Umontuen

In Photos: South Carolina State overcomes 21-point deficit to win 3rd HBCU National Championship https://t.co/4eMbnu5Kom

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Pissis Pours in 20 as Bulldogs top Buffaloes

Pissis Pours in 20 as Bulldogs top Buffaloes https://t.co/FWPacie2vF

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Lancer Comeback Falls Short Against Delaware State

Lancer Comeback Falls Short Against Delaware State https://t.co/vvoq4L0ch9

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Niagara Falls, Bears Rise in Skid-Snapping Win

Niagara Falls, Bears Rise in Skid-Snapping Win https://t.co/v2JPYduKTv

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Celebration Bowl: South Carolina State vs. Prairie View A&M | Full Game Highlights | ESPN CFB

Celebration Bowl: South Carolina State vs. Prairie View A&M | Full Game ... https://t.co/eP2TJC8QuW via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Let me clarify the TD rule for everyone who watched the Celebration Bowl today. The end zone does NOT stop at the pylon. The end zone is an infinite line and as long as the ball crosses that imaginary plane at ANY point before a body part touches, it is a TD. So it was indeed a…

— Coach Willie Simmons (@HCWillieSimmons) December 13, 2025

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL! Cameron Nelson, WR, Mississippi Valley State

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL!

Cameron Nelson, WR, Mississippi Valley State @valleystatefb #LegacyBound✊🏾@only1camo @theswac pic.twitter.com/i8oMEiM4pq

— HBCU LEGACY BOWL (@HBCULegacyBowl) December 14, 2025

Westlake High Marching Band - Red Lobster Band of the Year 2025 | Atlanta, GA

Westlake High School (Showcase Battle) /2025 ESPN Red Lobster Band of th... https://t.co/v3ygxNiWum via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

FAMU Marching 100 2025 Westlake Performance | Marching 100 Media

FAMU Marching 100 2025 Westlake Performance https://t.co/dLUu7cN2el via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

. @SCState_Fb are your Black College Football National Champions 🏆

"It's a dream come true...I'm still dreaming."@SCState_Fb's backup QB Ryan Stubblefield & @BrenyenScott reflected on what is means to bring back a second HBCU national title in five years to Orangeburg🏆@abc_columbia pic.twitter.com/vK3JfezPxQ

— Chaz R Frazier (@Chazf_tv) December 14, 2025

.@SCState_Fb are your Black College Football National Champions 🏆 pic.twitter.com/WQgiT0F6RV

— HBCUGO.TV (@HBCUGoTV) December 13, 2025

"We knew that we would be here, but we wanted to walk away - this time - with a trophy in hand."

SC State set out to avenge last year's loss in the Celebration Bowl & did just that, beating Prairie View A&M 40-38 in 4OT.

First 10-win season since 2009. HBCU National Champions. pic.twitter.com/VT7pgV1gNo

— Julia Westerman (@JuliaWesterman) December 13, 2025

"I followed a leagued... I love him so much like a father... He believed in me."

After winning a HBCU natty, @coachberry77 shared how thankful he is that Buddy Pough gave him the opportunity to be @SCState_Fb's HC 🏈@abc_columbia pic.twitter.com/e929fc9u7E

— Chaz R Frazier (@Chazf_tv) December 13, 2025

Wild Wayne with the Legend himself, Former SC State Football Coach and Current Athletic Director Oliver “Buddy” Pough pic.twitter.com/scKCxZyzOk

— Wild Wayne Cartwright (@WayneCJR4) December 13, 2025

WATCH: @SCState_Fb HC @coachberry77 soaks in winning his first HBCU National title 🏈🏆@abc_columbia pic.twitter.com/jSgiVkfg5h

— Chaz R Frazier (@Chazf_tv) December 13, 2025

TU Men’s Basketball Defeats Benedict 52-46 in Defensive Showcase

Men’s Basketball Defeats Benedict 52-46 in Defensive Showcase https://t.co/22d8Wf99eZ

— Tuskegee Men’s Basketball (@Tuskegee_MBB) December 14, 2025

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL! Calvin McMillian, OL, Prairie View A&M

Welcome to the 2026 Allstate HBCU LEGACY BOWL!

Calvin McMillian, OL, Prairie View A&M @pvamufb_ #LegacyBound✊🏾@calvin77mcmill1 @theswac pic.twitter.com/2gkYcHmc9I

— HBCU LEGACY BOWL (@HBCULegacyBowl) December 13, 2025

Howard reigns supreme in the Battle of the Real HU 2025!

Big Bison Win! Big Bison Sweep! 🦬🔵🔴

Howard reigns supreme in the Battle of the Real HU 2025!#dreamfactory🦬🔵🔴 #howarduniversity #theRealHU🦬 pic.twitter.com/nmVRkoWoVv

— Howard Men’s Basketball (@HUMensBB) December 13, 2025

Men’s Basketball Defeats Hampton in Battle of the Real HU https://t.co/HeqQcSiSf9

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

South Carolina State Rallies Past Prairie View A&M To Win 2025 Celebration Bowl & HBCU National Championship | Kyle T. Mosley

With tears in his eyes, the legendary coach Buddy Pough, embraces @coachberry77 after he wins a natty 🏆🏈@abc_columbia - @SCStateAthletic pic.twitter.com/nmqEb5HQtF

— Chaz R Frazier (@Chazf_tv) December 13, 2025

South Carolina State understood the moment to claim Coach Chennis Berry's first HBCU DI Football National Championship! @SCState_Fb @coachberry77 @hbculegends @CelebrationBowl @ktmoze https://t.co/Tskfjjbuhb

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 14, 2025

Final Score from Atlanta@pepsi#SWACFB | #BuildingChampionsForLife pic.twitter.com/kczDJ8Rwni

— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) December 13, 2025

This year's Celebration Bowl was the 2nd lowest attended in the event's history. pic.twitter.com/aNaI4OkxvB

— America's Favorite HBCU (@JBrooks02) December 13, 2025

🏀 | THE REAL HU! @Howard_WBB holds on to the title marking their third consecutive win over the Pirates to remain undefeated in DC!

🏀 | THE REAL HU! @Howard_WBB holds on to the title marking their third consecutive win over the Pirates to remain undefeated in DC!

The Bison are back in action Tuesday, December 16th at 6:30 PM when they face Cincinnati on the road!#TheRealHU #HUBison #HUBasketball pic.twitter.com/11yUh2Q1Bq

— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) December 13, 2025

Women’s Hoops Knocks Off Pirates https://t.co/T1Zgnu6uDI

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

South Carolina State leads final HBCU football power rankings of the 2025 season | Stan Becton

South Carolina State leads final HBCU football power rankings of the 2025 season https://t.co/2kUvYqmkHL

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

First one for Coach. Seventh for the MEAC.

The mission is complete. 🏆#MEACPride | #CHAMPS pic.twitter.com/omAVBuKfIn

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) December 14, 2025

A CHAMPION HAS RISEN!@SCState_Fb has brought home the 7th Celebration Bowl title to the MEAC!#MEACPride pic.twitter.com/BrViVDlZmp

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) December 14, 2025

SWAC 2025 Hall of Fame Class Inducted

SWAC 2025 Hall of Fame Class Inducted https://t.co/Uxo60x4P0T

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 14, 2025

Joy in Bloom: FAMU Sends Off the Fall Class of 2025, Kristin Harper Keynotes | Rachel James-Terry

Under the Lights, FAMU’s Fall 2025 Graduates Took Their Bow https://t.co/FelAmXbTZV

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 13, 2025

An unforgettable night to Honor the Heritage. 2025 SWAC Hall of Fame. ⭐️

An unforgettable night to Honor the Heritage. 2025 SWAC Hall of Fame. ⭐️#SWACHOF | #HonorTheHeritage pic.twitter.com/tBwPygrevC

— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) December 13, 2025

Its days like this where wins and losses don't matter! | Quinn Gray Sr.

Its days like this where wins and losses don't matter! But its days like this that we celebrate the biggest win of our student athletes college careers. As we do at ASU we promise them two things by the time they leave and thats to be a Champion on the field ✔️ and get a degree… pic.twitter.com/R1QCFpyEG9

— Quinn Gray Sr. (@CoachQGray) December 13, 2025

Fayetteville State University Marching Band/ 2025 Red Lobster (ESPN) Division II Band of the Year Field Performance | Jkaye Media

Fayetteville State University Marching Band/ 2025 Res Lobster (ESPN) Ban... https://t.co/XnY6f8BVB7 via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 13, 2025

Alabama A&M Graduates 26 During Fall Commencement

Alabama A&M Graduates 26 During Fall Commencement#BeADawg25https://t.co/qLH5tUWu19

— Alabama A&M Athletics (@_AAMUAthletics) December 12, 2025

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗬 Tennessee State 🆚 UNLV

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗬

🆚 UNLV
🕡 6:30 PM PT 🕣 8:30 PM CT
ℹ️ Jack Jones Classic
🏟️ @LeesFamilyForum
📺 @BallerTV ➡️ https://t.co/SEoOdBLMrf
📊 https://t.co/Kasm7f2LiE pic.twitter.com/EWYD4xiGb9

— Tennessee State Men's Basketball (@TSUTigersMBB) December 13, 2025

10 years after its debut, Celebration Bowl has become a Black college football benchmark | Mia Berry

Another great article from @iammiaberry!https://t.co/gleNc6Othd

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 12, 2025

Tremaine Jackson got Prairie View A&M football to the Celebration Bowl by doing things his way | Matt Young

Tremaine Jackson got Prairie View A&M football to the Celebration Bowl by doing things his way https://t.co/6Qk944v1pf via @houstonchron

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 13, 2025

Southern University Human Jukebox 2025 | ESPN Division I Band of the Year | 🏆 #1 Winning Fieldshow | Human Jukebox Media

Southern University Fabulous Dancing Dolls at the 2025 Red Lobster Band of the Year! @SU_HumanJukebox pic.twitter.com/OOu5ayb3bk

— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) December 13, 2025

Southern University Human Jukebox 2025 | Band of the Year | 🏆 #1 Winning... https://t.co/p8dPat5W1n via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) December 13, 2025

🏀 GAMEDAY 🏀 Langston 🆚 | OPSU

🏀 GAMEDAY 🏀

🆚 | OPSU
⏰ | 2 pm
📍 | Langston, Okla.
🏟️ | C.F. Gayles Field House
📺 | https://t.co/xkGiMqOUod
📊 | https://t.co/Q9Wp25zCQm#goLions | #WeRoar | #WearOrange pic.twitter.com/vFjR4nVp4u

— Langston Athletics (@LangstonSports) December 13, 2025