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Could James Houston IV's Visit with Chiefs be a Positive Sign for HBCU NFL Draft Hopefuls?

Could Jackson State's James Houston IV's visit with an NFL team signal positive news for HBCU players in the 2022 NFL Draft?
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Could James Houston IV's Visit with Chiefs be a Positive Sign for HBCU NFL Draft Hopefuls?
Could James Houston IV's Visit with Chiefs be a Positive Sign for HBCU NFL Draft Hopefuls?

Could Jackson State's star edge rusher James Houston IV's visit with an NFL team signal positive news for HBCU players in the 2022 NFL Draft?

James Houston IV, aka "The Problem", visited the Kansas City Chiefs on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, per source and confirmed by former sports media executive and podcast host Scott Kennedy. 

Why is this important? 

Houston didn't have just a one-day layover with KC; he was there for an evening and a day of meetings/workout. The interest in this phenomenal HBCU talent bodes well for the rest of the 2022 NFL Draft hopefuls.   

FAMU held its Pro Day on Monday, where 30 NFL representatives attended. The main interest was in safety, Markquese Bell - and he did not disappoint the scouts.  Also, the 2022 NFL Combine was good for Bell, who ran 4.41 seconds in the 40.  the 6-2, 212-pound defender's draft stock is rising higher each week.  He was projected a fifth-round pick, but could go as high as the 3rd round for a safety starved team.  The New Orleans Saints could be a good fit for Bell after losing both starters this offseason at safety in Marcus Williams (free agency) and Malcolm Jenkins (retirement).

 

OTHER PLAYERS TO WATCH

But keep an eye on South Carolina State's defensive back Decobie Durant, Southern's offensive lineman Ja' Tyre Carter, and Fayetteville State's cornerback Joshua Williams. They all are getting looks after their Combine performances.

Last week Jackson State had 22 pro teams witness the explosiveness and elite talent of James Houston IV.  

Alabama A&M's QB Aqeel Glass and WR Dee Anderson may take a few trips visiting teams.  Keisha Kelley of Black College Experience reported Anderson was invited to the Dallas Cowboys Local Pro Day on Apr. 1. 

My source confirmed that defensive end Michael Badejo had the Houston Texans spending time with him at Texas Southern's Pro Day on Wednesday.  Badejo had a strong pro day results with 4.8 seconds in the 40, 19 reps, and a 33 inch vertical leap.

The NFL Draft prospectus for HBCU Players appears positive. HBCU Legends will have additional reports until draft day.

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Kyle T. Mosley
KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends. Former founder and publisher of the Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on SI since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Collegiate Head Coach), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Mark Ingram (NFL RB), Terron Armstead (NFL OL), Jameis Winston (NFL QB), Cam Newton (NFL QB), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Chennis Berry (Collegiate Head Coach), Johnny Jones (Collegiate Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Women's Basketball Coach), Tremaine Jackson (Collegiate Head Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (Former VP of Basketball - New Orleans Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at kmosley@hbcusi.com. Follow me:

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