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TSU Board of Regents advance Robinson's name, but split on Lowery's candidacy.

Texas Southern's personnel and athletics committees backed Ashley Robinson unanimously but split on Corey Lowery. The full board votes in special session Aug. 19.

TSU Board of Regents advance Robinson's name, but split on Lowery's candidacy.

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Texas Southern's personnel and athletics committees backed Ashley Robinson unanimously but split on Corey Lowery. The full board votes in special session Aug. 19.

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Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body (1) carries the ball during a scrimmage game at ASU in Montgomery, Ala., on Saturday August 8, 2026.

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Coach Tremaine Jackson at the Prairie View Panthers first team scrimmage of 2026.

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Coach Tremaine Jackson believes it's time for HBCU football to play more FCS opponents and win, before being considered elite.

Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker enter Year 10 in the ESPN broadcasting booth together.

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Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker begin their 10th season together at ESPN, continuing their historic run as leading voices covering HBCU football.

Dec 14, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; South Carolina State Bulldogs defensive back Jarod Washington (12) prepares for a game against the Jackson State Tigers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Bulldogs defensive back signed with the Vikings, having an opportunity to learn under defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

Chennis Berry Reveals "The Blueprint"

Chennis Berry, HBCU Legends' 2025 Sports Person of the Year, breaks down South Carolina State's championship blueprint as the Bulldogs open 2026 training camp.

Prairie View A&M Panthers 2026 official football schedule.

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Prairie View A&M Panthers official football schedule for the 2026 season.

MEAC-SWAC Matchups Next 3 Years

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ESPN Events set MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups through 2029: Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.

Chennis Berry

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South Carolina State opens the BOXTOROW 2026 HBCU preseason media poll at No. 1 with 17 of 21 first-place votes. Prairie View A&M and Alabama State follow the Bulldogs.

Road to the Celebration Bowl - Alabama State; Coach Eddie Robinson Jr and QB Andrew Body.

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Eddie Robinson Jr. and QB Andrew Body enter 2026 as SWAC East favorites, chasing Alabama State's first conference title since 2004 and a Cricket Celebration Bowl berth.

Prairie View coach Tremaine Jackson speaks during the SWAC Football Media Day in Birmingham, Ala., on Wednesday July 15, 2026.

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Prairie View A&M coach Tremaine Jackson said the THSCA left his staff off its July coaching school clinic lineup, and he named disrespect for HBCU ball as why.

SWAC Commissioner, Dr. Charles McClelland, discusses the conference at 2026 SWAC Media Day in Birmingham, Alabama; July 15, 2026; Sheraton-Birmingham

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The SWAC and ESPN agreed to a media rights deal through 2030-31, extending the Cricket Celebration Bowl to 2032 as SWAC TV powers a two-platform strategy.

12 Burning Questions Before 2026 SWAC Media Day

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Examining 12 questions defining SWAC football in 2026, from Marshall Faulk's Southern debut and Andrew Body's return to SWAC TV's Mercurius deal.

HBCU Legends Advanced Analytics Rankings vs. BCFP: 2026 HBCU Football Preseason

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HBCU Legends runs the first Black College Football Poll through its analytics model, moving Alabama State to No. 2 in FCS and Albany State up in D2.

2026 SWAC Preseason Awards: QB Andrew Body, Alabama State and DB Kam Sallis, Jackson State

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Alabama State's Andrew Body and Jackson State's Kam Sallis headline the 2026 preseason All-SWAC teams.

Texas Southern

After months of locating venues for several home games, Texas Southern releases its 2026 schedule to season ticket holders and alumni.

Toyota Partnership with ESPN Events

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John Grant views ESPN Events' partnership as a strategic alliance to grow their HBCU affiliated properties for the next three years with Toyota's strong international brand.

2025 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl

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The Black College Football Hall of Fame is moving the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl to Atlanta on Feb. 27, 2027, widening access for players, scouts and employers.

Preston Brown transfers to Prairie View A&M

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Quarterback Preston Brown joins Prairie View A&M with an impressive resume, hoping to become a critical component for the Panthers to "Finish the Fight" in 2026.

JaCobian Morgan - JSU quarterback

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Former Tigers signal-caller's agent confirms international deal to HBCU Legends; Morgan headed to Canada after standout Jackson State career.

Jackson State quarterback JaCobian Morgan (15) sings the alma mater after a college football game between Jackson State and Alabama State at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson, Miss., on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Jackson State defeated Alabama State 38-34.

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JaCobian Morgan, Jackson State's 'Thee General,' shares his journey from Canton, Mississippi, to HBCU champion and 2026 NFL Draft prospect in an exclusive interview with HBCU Legends.

Apr. 2, 2026; Prairie View, Texas; Coach Tremaine Jackson says the 2026 team is "Always on the Hunt" at 2026 Spring Press Conference No. 2.

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Coach Tremaine Jackson, DL Molik Mason, and WR Rodny Ojo open up on team identity, emerging players, and a culture built on energy, accountability, and grit.

Aug 29, 2022; Thousand Oaks, CA, USA: Los Angeles Rams offensive assistant coach and Bill Walsh diversity coaching fellow K.J. Black aka KJ Black poses during training camp at Cal Lutheran University. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Former SWAC Champion quarterback and NFL veteran coach joins the defending HBCU national champions in Orangeburg, S.C.

Finish the Fight

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Prairie View A&M's Tremaine Jackson opens spring camp with 103 players, a "Finish the Fight" mandate, and one goal: return to win the Celebration Bowl.

Dec 13, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; South Carolina State Bulldogs head coach Chennis Berry against the Prairie View A&M Panthers in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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New faces in the Bulldogs coaching staff should bolster another championship campaign in 2026.