Renovations To The Houston Markham Complex Players' Lounge Completed https://t.co/wPJ2CG70xe
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
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Sunday, August 6, 2023
Renovations To The Houston Markham Complex Players' Lounge Completed
@Tiffani_Sykes | I’m so blessed to have such a dynamic team!
I’m so blessed to have such a dynamic team! Just received this video message from @ReeeeeYA of the billboard truck we put in today’s @ProFootballHOF parade to honor Ken Riley. Design by @WestSideDiddy. #FAMU #HBCU #NFL pic.twitter.com/jf3CR7TfIW
— Tiffani-Dawn (@Tiffani_Sykes) August 5, 2023
The @Panthers are on the hill @FAMU_FB | @Coach2Bless
The @Panthers are on the hill @FAMU_FB pic.twitter.com/ELXPHl4iVf
— Devin Rispress (@Coach2Bless) August 6, 2023
First practice under the lights on the hill ππ pic.twitter.com/k7CRxZMM0o
— Devin Rispress (@Coach2Bless) August 6, 2023
That Florida π₯ different so we Bragg different with the BRZ @FAMU_FB so our players are π₯Ά pic.twitter.com/SUIgyMx0Dg
— Devin Rispress (@Coach2Bless) August 6, 2023
When Dean makes a play Rattler nation echo Wuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu π± π https://t.co/pieSj1R1Hv
— Devin Rispress (@Coach2Bless) August 6, 2023
Jackson State football loses defensive player Kalauti Heimuli to transfer porta | J.T. Keith
When things go left, make it right!
— Junior Heimuli ⭐️⭐️ (@junior_heimuli) August 6, 2023
Forever grateful for Jackson Ms.
Something’s you can’t never control. After some unexpected events, I’ll have to depart from JSU…
Recruitment π― open … pic.twitter.com/ftrSVty9Lw
Jackson State football loses defensive player Kalauti Heimuli to transfer portal https://t.co/nVH6jYcAxO via @clarionledger
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
Faith, family and football were guiding principles for 2023 Hall of Famer Ken Riley | Cliff Hickman
Faith, family and football were guiding principles for 2023 Hall of Famer Ken Riley. https://t.co/3oRwhwxV59 via @cantonrepdotcom
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
Hall Quick Hits: Ken Riley's Winning Bust-ed Coverage; Marvin Sighting; Hall-of-Famers Pay 65 Respects https://t.co/oNk9Mbj2g9
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
South Carolina State defensive lineman is on the watch list for a national award | Reggie Anderson
South Carolina State defensive lineman is on the watch list for a national award https://t.co/nr422u3YH6 via @wltx
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
WATCH: FAMU tight end Kamari Young talks about second day of fall training camp | Gerald Thomas III
WATCH: FAMU tight end Kamari Young talks about second day of fall training camp https://t.co/F68vrLV1fp via @tdonline
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
Zay Smith putting in the work at Rams camp!
Zay Smith putting in the work at Rams camp!
— Florida A&M Football π (@FAMU_FB) August 6, 2023
πΈ @RamsNFL #FAMU | #Rattlers | #OurTime pic.twitter.com/EJxmZRYxGB
High hopes: FSU, FAMU football open preseason practice with postseason aspirations | Jim Henry
Spotted in Atlanta pic.twitter.com/xqrtVFnp4S
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) August 6, 2023
High hopes: FSU, FAMU football open preseason practice with postseason aspirations https://t.co/B16J2hpVPl via @tdonline
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
The Moussa to Riley connection is looking strong already!
— Florida A&M Football π (@FAMU_FB) August 5, 2023
Can’t wait to see this connection in the Orange Blossom Classic. #FAMU | #Rattlers | #OurTime pic.twitter.com/5v4kuFP7SP
Another Rattlers practice!
— Florida A&M Football π (@FAMU_FB) August 5, 2023
29 days until we’re in Miami for the Orange Blossom Classic.
Visit the Al Lawson Box Office or https://t.co/MsBZckckns to purchase tickets. #FAMU | #Rattlers | #OurTime pic.twitter.com/gPGWg06M4P
Jackson State football loses defensive player John Graves III to rival in transfer portal | J. T. Keith
Jackson State football loses defensive player John Graves III to rival in transfer portal https://t.co/4so38rpoaF via @clarionledger
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2023
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Forever enshrined in Canton: Ken Riley inducted into Hall of Fame | Jared Goffinet
Forever enshrined in Canton: Ken Riley inducted into Hall of Fame https://t.co/h8OFtcyPIH
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
A big part of the Ken Riley family.
— Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) August 5, 2023
Very emotional day for this crew. #Bengals @fox19 pic.twitter.com/i5fvlqvBcw
Ken Riley’s Hall of Fame moment.
— Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) August 5, 2023
His son Ken Riley II: “I believe he and my grandmother are smiling down.”
“He was a hall of famer on and off the field.”#Bengals @FOX19 pic.twitter.com/axNQ3v0zwL
Ken Riley's Rattler-Fest At Pro Football Hall of Fame: "It's Been A Long Time Coming, But Dad, You Made It' | Geoff Hobson
Ken Riley's Rattler-Fest At Pro Football Hall of Fame: "It's Been A Long Time Coming, But Dad, You Made It' https://t.co/DO6ImndZyT
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
Last night's Gold Jacket ceremony π§‘
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 5, 2023
Ken Riley is represented by his wife Barbara and his son Ken Riley II. pic.twitter.com/sfsCb2ZWqZ
.@ProFootballHOF Inductee #368: Ken Riley π pic.twitter.com/74dkJ7mrCn
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 5, 2023
Our @ProFootballHOF cornerback... THE RATTLER
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 5, 2023
More highlights ➡️ https://t.co/KpeqK4SiJU pic.twitter.com/SIjBe5WoqI
Road To Atlanta| 2023 MEAC/SWAC Challenge
Road To Atlanta| 2023 MEAC/SWAC Challenge https://t.co/tGjwey7J0N
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
FAMU gets defensive lineman John Graves III, who originally committed to Jackson State in April | Gerald Thomas III
#FAMU gets defensive lineman John Graves III, who originally committed to Jackson State in April. Additionally, Graves was a Southland Conference Honorable Mention at Southeastern Louisiana in 2021, the same year they defeated the Rattlers in the FCS Playoffs. https://t.co/usbh06i2kk
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) August 5, 2023
WATCH | Head Coach Willie Simmons on Ken Riley being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today | Gerald Thomas III
At last, The Rattler is enshrined. Congratulations to the Riley family! https://t.co/XThbEnwlm2
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) August 5, 2023
Head Coach Willie Simmons on Ken Riley being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today:#FAMU | #Rattlers | #OurTime pic.twitter.com/frhLbrRyse
— Florida A&M Football π (@FAMU_FB) August 5, 2023
FAMU HARD KNOCKS: Homegrown talent embrace veteran role to ensure a special last ride | Gerald Thomas III
#FAMU took on lower temperatures, but still battled humidity in Day 2. The tempo was up. And Rattler vets know how special this training camp is into going out with a bang. π
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) August 5, 2023
π: @HCWillieSimmons, @KamariYoung81, @handsallmighty
Via @TDOnline https://t.co/qu8ZNKyh1e
A big part of the Ken Riley family.
Very emotional day for this crew. #Bengals @fox19 pic.twitter.com/i5fvlqvBcw
Ken Riley’s Hall of Fame moment.
His son Ken Riley II: “I believe he and my grandmother are smiling down.”
“He was a hall of famer on and off the field.”#Bengals @FOX19 pic.twitter.com/axNQ3v0zwL
Who’s leading the QB race at Jackson State? Answer becoming more clear after first scrimmage | Garrett Busby
Who’s leading the QB race at Jackson State? Answer becoming more clear after first scrimmage https://t.co/uFT9vvpLa6
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
Consistent, durable and excellent. Ken Riley is @Bengals royalty and now Hall of Famer No. 368. The Rattler now has his place in Canton forever.
The @ProFootballHOF welcomes the late, great Ken Riley.
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2023
πΊ: #PFHOF23 Enshrinement on @NFLNetwork
π±: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/TUzT75pYbD
Ken Riley’s @ProFootballHOF bust unveiled by Barbara Riley & Ken Riley II ❤️
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2023
πΊ: #PFHOF23 Enshrinement on @NFLNetwork
π±: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/an588HsdGS
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2023
The Rattler now has his place in Canton forever.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) August 5, 2023
For the first time, we see the bronze bust of @Bengals legend Ken Riley! pic.twitter.com/VJr4ahgIlA
Every snap of his NFL career, Ken Riley was a proud member of the @Bengals. pic.twitter.com/h5QvOHUkpl
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) August 5, 2023
Ken Riley loved football. But the love of his life was his wife, Barbara.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) August 5, 2023
Although Ken is no longer with us, having his wife Present him as a Hall of Famer is poetic. pic.twitter.com/YQupU9093M
“It’s been a long time coming, Dad. But you made it.”
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2023
Ken Riley II speaks on behalf of his late father and @Bengals legend, Ken Riley.
πΊ: #PFHOF23 Enshrinement on @NFLNetwork
π±: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/0ZkdBN7CKY
Ken Riley played his last game 40 years ago.
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2023
He still ranks top 5 in interceptions in NFL history. #PFHOF23 pic.twitter.com/y1dhScm4Ap
Consistent, durable and excellent. Ken Riley is @Bengals royalty and now Hall of Famer No. 368. pic.twitter.com/HCS2kyR1XF
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) August 5, 2023
A moment for the family, a moment for @Bengals fans everywhere, a moment to remember.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) August 5, 2023
When Ken Riley II accepted the @HaggarCo Gold Jacket on behalf of his father. pic.twitter.com/awmzNKXexP
Pro Football Hall of Famers from the Highest of Seven Hills ππ#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/Ul8IBDF7rD
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 4, 2023
The Rattler has finally made it to Canton, Ohio, in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. #FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/eT7YyhJRRP
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 5, 2023
The @Buccaneers are on the Highest The 7 Hills
The @Buccaneers are on the Highest The 7 Hills #IfYouBuildItTheyWillCome ππ pic.twitter.com/yNIcJqcV9Z
— Devin Rispress (@Coach2Bless) August 5, 2023
Panthers' updated 90-man roster after signing of Mac McCain | Anthony Rizzuti
The Panthers’ 90-man roster will look a smidge different heading into the weekend. https://t.co/kG6Y0TVsZ1
— ThePanthersWire (@ThePanthersWire) August 5, 2023
‘Bigger than myself’: Young Black ballplayers feel a sense of mission | Michael Lee
‘Bigger than myself’: Young Black ballplayers feel a sense of mission https://t.co/YZAWlWwo5D
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
WATCH | Dressing up legacy: How one HBCU alumna is fashioning a future in collegiate kidswear
Dressing up legacy: How one HBCU alumna is fashioning a future in collegiate kidswear https://t.co/fMNkyaNjlr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
Watch REPLAY | HOF Canton Repository Grand Parade on @Livestream at 8 a.m. EST
Watch HOF Canton Repository Grand Parade on @Livestream: https://t.co/giNv717VUT
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2023
Lady Venom and Venom putting on a show for Canton at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Parade.#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/3JnWDjGI9V
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 5, 2023
This was so exciting to see this vision come to life! π€©
— Ria Floyd (@ReeeeeYA) August 5, 2023
Catch us in these Canton Streets! π§‘π https://t.co/SmxZzYBQSO
RATTLUHS in Canton and a big thanks to the Shaw High School Mighty Marching Cardinal Band for representing Ken Riley and the Rattlers during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Parade!#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/KdzliNqYVN
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 5, 2023
Latest in Canton @WLWT: Ken Riley’s nephew Charles calls it a surreal day for the family.
— Charlie Clifford (@char_cliff) August 5, 2023
“I really don’t know what he would say up there… I’m speechless. Just speechless.” pic.twitter.com/WLEHRkeSyl
The Venoms and Who Dey at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Parade!#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/AMPzV3OT7Z
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 5, 2023
The Venoms are ready to rock the Pro Football Hall of Fame parade!#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp π pic.twitter.com/GeU5Cv3b6R
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) August 5, 2023
WATCH | Need A Lift? Chapel Services take place weekly on Tuesdays at Wiley College! Tune in on the GCAC Network, HBCU+ Channel 02
Chapel Services take place weekly on Tuesdays at Wiley College! Tune in now on the GCAC Network, HBCU+ Channel 02, to watch some of their previous chapel services during this past school year.#onegcac #gcacrising #wileycollege pic.twitter.com/1fX287iTxz
— Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (@GCACSports) August 4, 2023
Jackson State Thomas Named Pitching Coach
Thomas Named @GoJSUTigersBSB Pitching Coach
— Jackson State Athletics (@GoJSUTigers) August 4, 2023
Full Story - https://t.co/NHYOcyV40x#TheeILove