ARTICLES
ARTICLES
Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.
Caleb Williams, Martin Emerson and Chad Ryland earn NFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for Chicago, New Orleans and Arizona.
Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
C.J. Stroud, Jalen Ramsey and Julius Chestnut earn AFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for their teams.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
Brock Purdy, Jevón Holland and Myles Price earned NFC Players of the Month honors after standout performances in September.
Kenneth Walker, Greg Rousseau and Evan McPherson earned AFC Players of the Month honors after standout September performances.
Seven standout stats from NFL Week 3, including Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, Aaron Rodgers passing Drew Brees and the Ravens' last-second win in Rio.
Panthers fall 21-18 to the Browns. See Bryce Young's grade, key standouts and what it means for Sunday Night Football vs. the Lions.
Brock Purdy, Devin Lloyd and Isaiah Rodgers earned NFC Player of the Week honors after standout performances in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL and TMRW Sports announced a new annual Pro Flag Showcase to kick off Super Bowl LXI week in Los Angeles, spotlighting stars of the upcoming pro flag football league.
COLLEGE SPORTS
Clemson's Will Heldt and Nolan Hauser earn ACC weekly honors after the Tigers' win over Virginia Tech, with Hauser setting a program record.
Louisville guard Jackson Shelstad earns a spot on the 2027 Bob Cousy Award preseason watch list after three seasons at Oregon.
Former Notre Dame All-American Skylar Diggins returns as a special advisor to Niele Ivey, focusing on leadership, personal development and branding.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns her second straight Nancy Lieberman Award watch-list selection after a record-setting junior season.
Virginia Tech stunned Clemson 20-16 on a late fourth-and-1 touchdown, its first win over the Tigers since 2007. Recap, stats and what’s next.
Clemson guard Mia Moore has received NCAA eligibility for 2026-27 after averaging 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game.
Jackson Shelstad scored 23 points and freshman Obinna Ekezie Jr. had 16 points and five blocks as Louisville ended Kansas’ 58-game home exhibition winning streak.
Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo earns AP Preseason All-American honors after a historic season featuring 25.3 points and an NCAA-record 202 steals.
Wake Forest basketball alumni enter 2026-27 across the NBA, G League, international leagues and professional coaching and front-office roles.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Wake Forest quarterback Gio Lopez earns his second Manning Award Star of the Week honor after throwing for 303 yards and four total touchdowns against NC State.
Wake Forest defensive lineman Langston Hardy earns East-West Bowl Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording eight tackles against NC State.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Death Valley was loud, but Miami was better. The Hurricanes handed the Tigers their first ACC loss, and Clemson's players said execution was the difference.
Virginia Tech erased an 11-point deficit in under four minutes, but a missed 36-yard field goal as time expired gave Pitt a 35-33 win in Blacksburg.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host UNCG Oct. 25 in a free exhibition before opening the 2026-27 season Nov. 2.
The Citadel men's basketball team will face College of Charleston in the inaugural LinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 27, airing live on ESPN+.
Miami beat Wake Forest 33-20, but its offense scored zero points in the fourth quarter — the Hurricanes' only points came off a Wake Forest safety.
Clemson survived a storm-delayed home opener, beating Georgia Southern 22-7 behind timely field goals and a stout defense. Tigers host UNC next.
Wake Forest’s 2026-27 ACC schedule features nine home games, including Duke, NC State and North Carolina at LJVM Coliseum.
NC State opens the Justin Gainey era with 32 regular-season games, including a Bahamas tournament and ACC matchups.
Virginia Tech scored 73 unanswered points before a field goal spoiled the shutout, as James Franklin's Hokies debut opened with a historic rout of VMI.
Wake Forest dominated Akron 38-16 in its home opener, powered by a strong ground game as QB transfer Gio Lopez and the Deacs pulled away early.
Wake Forest mourns Alphonso Smith, the Demon Deacons legend who holds the ACC career interceptions record with 21.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host nine ACC opponents in 2026-27, including Duke, NC State, Stanford and Louisville at LJVM Coliseum.
HBCU
Kentucky State rises to No. 1 as the SIAC places four teams in Super Region Two’s top five in the latest NCAA Division II football NPI rankings.
The inaugural Toyota Championship Projection puts Morgan State atop the MEAC race and Jackson State in front of the SWAC championship outlook.
Edward Waters, Kentucky State and Benedict lead the first NCAA Division II football NPI rankings for Super Region Two, giving the SIAC the top three spots.
The Bayou Classic names Don Cincone, Daryl Triplett and Chef Niema DiGrazia as 2026 Cultural Ambassadors celebrating Louisiana’s heritage.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
Norfolk State and Virginia State hold early leads in the first 2026 Red Lobster Band of the Year rankings, kicking off the race to Atlanta's national championship.
Howard defeated Alabama A&M 31-24 in the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge in Atlanta, extending the MEAC's series lead as both programs opened their 2026 seasons.
Alabama A&M faces Howard in the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, live on ABC from Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium on Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Deacon Jones Trophy watch list, featuring 52 HBCU football players.
Atlanta HBCU football in 2026 will feature the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Big Cat Classic, homecomings and Celebration Bowl championship weekend.
ESPN Events announced future Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups, including Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.
The MEAC ESPN media rights agreement extends through 2031, expanding football and basketball coverage while renewing HBCU showcase events through 2032.
The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge features Alabama A&M vs. Howard as ESPN Events announces a SWAC extension through 2032 and new Toyota partnership.
Toyota signs a three-year agreement with ESPN Events expanding its role across the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off, Celebration Bowl, halftime shows, and HBCU cultural initiatives.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced that its nationally recognized postseason all-star showcase will relocate to Atlanta beginning in 2027, bringing one of the premier celebrations of Historically Black Colleges and Universities football, culture, and professional development to one of the nation's most influential sports cities.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame will honor its 2026 induction class June 6 in Atlanta, celebrating HBCU football legends, coaches and contributors who helped shape the game.
The NFL announced participants for the 2026 HBCU Showcase and International Player Pathway Pro Day in Ashburn, Virginia, featuring top HBCU prospects and global talent ahead of the NFL Draft.
MEAC proudly claims two Super Bowl LX officials — Greg Steed and Roy Ellison. Both alumni launched their careers in the MEAC and now represent the conference on football's biggest stage.
North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington have been selected as the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2025 All-MEAC Football Teams, celebrating the exceptional talent, commitment, and competitive spirit displayed by student-athletes throughout the season.
The first-ever P&G Las Vegas HBCU Classic at Allegiant Stadium did exactly what its organizers promised: it turned a football game into a full-blown cultural moment. On October 25, the storied pageantry of HBCU marching bands, the roar of traveling alumni, and a sea of school colors combined with a dramatic finish
Rivalry games reveal who you are. In the Boombox Classic, Jackson State put its identity on display—physical on offense, suffocating on defense, and merciless in the middle eight minutes around halftime—routing Southern 38–13 on the road.
On October 25, 2025, Allegiant Stadium will host the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic, a landmark showdown between two SWAC giants: Jackson State University and Grambling State University. This isn’t just another football game — it’s a cultural event, a homecoming reunion on neutral turf, and a declaration that HBCU football deserves the brightest of stages.
The Playmakers Press, edition 12 dives deep into the College Football season with success from Edward Waters University. The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs and other teams, with much more!
Edward Waters upsets No. 13 Virginia Union 41-38 in the Unity Classic with a game-winning field goal as time expires. Bodden, Thomas, Jean-Baptiste, and Gagne lead the way in this thrilling HBCU showdown. Cleaned up mistakes or die trying—see how both teams move forward.
If the road loss at Southern Miss raised questions, Jackson State answered them with a 30–0 shutout of Tuskegee. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a reset. The Tigers asserted trench control, tightened coverage, and showed the kind of composure that separates good teams from consistent winners.
The Playmakers Press, edition 10 dives deep into the College Football season and gives a game day preview. There is NFL and other sports news such as Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open!
The Tigers opened 2025 with a 28–14 win over Hampton, and it looked exactly like the staff drew it up: control the line, set the pace, finish drives. The box score won’t crown a Heisman, but it tells the right story—composure, balance, and situational poise.
The 2025 Black College Football Hall of Fame “Clash at the Classic” will be broadcast live on NFL Network and streamed on NFL+ and HBCUGO.tv on Sunday, August 31 at 4:00 p.m. ET, as No. 19 Virginia Union University takes on No. 24 Miles College at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio.
Post Game Conference- MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle. Complete game recap with coach interviews and key plays.
Louisville guard Jackson Shelstad earns a spot on the 2027 Bob Cousy Award preseason watch list after three seasons at Oregon.
Former Notre Dame All-American Skylar Diggins returns as a special advisor to Niele Ivey, focusing on leadership, personal development and branding.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns her second straight Nancy Lieberman Award watch-list selection after a record-setting junior season.
Travis Kelce, Kenneth Walker, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Justin Jefferson and Trey McBride can set NFL marks in Week 7. See the records in reach.
Clemson guard Mia Moore has received NCAA eligibility for 2026-27 after averaging 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game.
Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.
Caleb Williams, Martin Emerson and Chad Ryland earn NFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for Chicago, New Orleans and Arizona.
Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo earns AP Preseason All-American honors after a historic season featuring 25.3 points and an NCAA-record 202 steals.
Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
C.J. Stroud, Jalen Ramsey and Julius Chestnut earn AFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for their teams.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Furman volleyball swept Chattanooga 3-0 at Timmons Arena on Big Din Energy night, climbing to 2-2 in SoCon play behind a loud crowd and Tennyson Gorman.
Virginia State men’s tennis will join the SIAC as an affiliate member for 2026-27, beginning with the conference fall open Oct. 28-30.
Furman rallied past Chattanooga 3-2 at Timmons Arena for its first SoCon win, snapping a losing streak with a 16-14 fifth-set finish.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
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Toyota Championship Projection Reveals MEAC and SWAC Favorites on Road to Atlanta
The inaugural Toyota Championship Projection puts Morgan State atop the MEAC race and Jackson State in front of the SWAC championship outlook.
Norfolk State, Virginia State Take Early Lead in First 2026 Red Lobster Band of the Year Rankings
Norfolk State and Virginia State hold early leads in the first 2026 Red Lobster Band of the Year rankings, kicking off the race to Atlanta's national championship.
Howard Outlasts Alabama A&M 31-24 to Win the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge, and Atlanta Reminded Everyone Why This Weekend Matters
Howard defeated Alabama A&M 31-24 in the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge in Atlanta, extending the MEAC's series lead as both programs opened their 2026 seasons.
Everything to Know Before the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kicks Off Atlanta's College Football Season
Alabama A&M faces Howard in the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, live on ABC from Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium on Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
2026 Deacon Jones Trophy Watch List Announced
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Deacon Jones Trophy watch list, featuring 52 HBCU football players.
Atlanta Becomes HBCU Football Hub in 2026
Atlanta HBCU football in 2026 will feature the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Big Cat Classic, homecomings and Celebration Bowl championship weekend.
ESPN Events Announces MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff Matchups Through 2029
ESPN Events announced future Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups, including Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.
MEAC Extends ESPN Media Rights Through 2031
The MEAC ESPN media rights agreement extends through 2031, expanding football and basketball coverage while renewing HBCU showcase events through 2032.
2026 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff Presser: Key Takeaways
The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge features Alabama A&M vs. Howard as ESPN Events announces a SWAC extension through 2032 and new Toyota partnership.
Toyota Deepens HBCU Commitment with Three-Year Expansion Across MEAC/SWAC Challenge and Celebration Bowl
Toyota signs a three-year agreement with ESPN Events expanding its role across the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off, Celebration Bowl, halftime shows, and HBCU cultural initiatives.
HBCU Football's Biggest Night Gets a Primetime Slot — and Atlanta Is Ready to Show Out
Alabama A&M and Howard will face off Aug. 29 in primetime on ABC at Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium in the 2026 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff. Tickets go on sale Monday, April 13.
Howard Men and Women Sweep MEAC Championships, Earn NCAA Tournament Berths
Howard University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams both captured the 2026 MEAC Tournament titles, sending the Bison to the NCAA Tournament.
MEAC Issues Public Reprimand and Fine to Howard University Softball Coach Tori Tyson
The MEAC has publicly reprimanded Howard University softball coach Tori Tyson and fined the program $1,500 following social media comments made about the conference's Player of the Week recognition.
2026 Super Bowl LX: Two MEAC Football Officiating Alumni Selected to Serve on Super Bowl Crew
MEAC proudly claims two Super Bowl LX officials — Greg Steed and Roy Ellison. Both alumni launched their careers in the MEAC and now represent the conference on football's biggest stage.
NCCU Quarterback Walker Harris and SCSU Defensive Back Jarod Washington Earn Top 2025 MEAC Football Honors
North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington have been selected as the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
MEAC Unveils 2025 All-Conference Football Honors
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2025 All-MEAC Football Teams, celebrating the exceptional talent, commitment, and competitive spirit displayed by student-athletes throughout the season.
MEAC Launches New Quarterly Wellness Newsletter for Student-Athletes
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has introduced a new quarterly wellness newsletter dedicated to supporting the overall health of its student-athletes. Created to promote mental, physical, and emotional well-being, the newsletter will deliver practical tools, actionable tips, and reliable educational resources that help student-athletes succeed on and off the field.
MEAC Unveils 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Class
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2026 Hall of Fame Class, honoring five extraordinary individuals whose careers have made a lasting impact on the conference and its member institutions. The inductees will be celebrated during the 2026 MEAC Basketball Tournament, held March 11–14 in Norfolk, Virginia.
MEAC to Host 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic in Norfolk
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is gearing up for its 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic, set for Tuesday, October 7, from 6–8 p.m. at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (1401 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23504). On-site registration will begin at 5 p.m.
MEAC/ SWAC Kickoff Challenge 2025 Post-Game Press Conference: Coaches Address the Battle
Post Game Conference- MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle. Complete game recap with coach interviews and key plays.
Travis Kelce, Kenneth Walker, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Justin Jefferson and Trey McBride can set NFL marks in Week 7. See the records in reach.