The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) marked its 56th season of intercollegiate football among eight historic black colleges and universities, with its headquarters located in Norfolk, Virginia, as the league celebrated outstanding performances from its recent slate of games.
Celebrating 56 Years of MEAC Football
Mason Pickett-Hicks from South Carolina State was named Offensive Player of the Week after rushing for 210 yards and two touchdowns in a 31‑13 victory over Florida A&M, highlighting the Bulldogs’ dominant ground attack.
Jordan Dollard earned Defensive Player of the Week for his disruptive play, recording six tackles and forcing a fumble in the same game, underscoring his impact on the defensive side of the ball.
Riley Daniels, the North Carolina Central rookie, was honored as Rookie of the Week after converting both of his field‑goal attempts in a 27‑6 win over Elizabeth City State, demonstrating poise beyond his experience.
James Reddick II received Offensive Lineman of the Week honors, his anchoring work on the line contributing to a 479‑yard total offense performance for the Bulldogs.
Liam Allen IV of Howard was named Specialist of the Week for his precision, placing four punts inside the 20‑yard line in a narrow loss to Richmond, showcasing his consistency despite the setback.
Additional standout performances came from North Carolina Central, where Chance Peterson logged 109 receiving yards and a touchdown, and Zarion Walters led the defense with eight tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in the same victory.
The conference’s celebration of excellence continues as it heads into the remainder of the 2026‑27 campaign, with each honoree embodying the competitive spirit that has defined MEAC football for nearly six decades.