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Florida A&M opens its 2026 campaign on Aug. 29 against Albany State, with coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. evaluating a revamped roster, a competitive wide‑receiver group and a deep defensive end pool.
Despite being picked fourth in the SWAC East and lacking any All‑SWAC preseason selections, the Florida A&M Rattlers are using the skepticism surrounding their program as motivation for a turnaround under new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.
Quinn Gray returns to Florida A&M, reviving the Gulf Coast Offense with quarterback Isaiah Knowles set to lead a high‑tempo attack that promises to reshape the Rattlers’ play.
Henry Burris, a Canadian Football League Hall of Famer and former Florida A&M offensive coordinator, has founded A1R Academy, a quarterback development program that blends in‑person and virtual training. The venture reflects his transition from coaching to media and family life while planning expansion across Florida and Canada.
The Rattlers will showcase their new coach and roster pieces at the upcoming SWAC Media Day, aiming to turn past setbacks into a competitive future.
The 2025 HBCU Swingman Classic featured four Florida A&M players in Philadelphia, offering them a national stage and a direct path to the MLB Draft.
The University of Georgia and Florida A&M have mutually agreed to cancel their scheduled 2028 football game, a move tied to the SEC's transition to a nine‑game conference schedule. The decision spares both schools a cancellation fee and leaves Florida A&M with other high‑profile matchups, while Georgia will open the season against Tennessee State.
The inaugural Black College Football preseason poll places Florida A&M at No. 10, following a 5‑7 season and the hiring of Gray, who will be joined by quarterback Isaiah Knowles and defensive end Antonio Camon Jr. at SWAC Media Day.
A Jan. 13 letter obtained by the Athens Banner-Herald reveals that Florida A&M and the University of Georgia have mutually canceled their scheduled 2028 game in Athens, with no financial penalties, while broader scheduling changes involving Florida State have also been announced.
The SEC's shift to a nine‑game conference schedule has led Georgia to cancel several high‑profile games, including a 2028 home contest against Florida A&M, while exploring neutral‑site alternatives with rival programs.
The Rattlers open the 2026 season without any preseason All‑SWAC representatives, yet standout players and a new head coach set the stage for a competitive campaign.
From Sanders' electrifying return game to Ward's Heisman‑winning championship and Boulware's sack record, Florida State’s alumni dominate ESPN’s all‑time list, underscoring the program’s lasting legacy.
A look at the new talent influx and returning faces shaping the Rattlers' upcoming season.
The College Baseball Foundation has revealed its 2026 Hall of Fame class, a distinguished group of 21 individuals who have left an indelible mark on the sport at the collegiate level. The class comprises 16 players, two coaches, and three contributors, reflecting a breadth of achievement that stretches across more than five decades of competition.
Florida A&M’s Rattlers prepare for a pivotal 2026 season, highlighted by a strong returning core and a new coaching direction showcased at SWAC Media Day.
Camden Cooper, a 4-star shooting guard from Jacksonville, has pledged to Florida A&M, reclassifying from the Class of 2028 to 2027. His arrival marks the highest-rated recruit in program history and promises to reshape the Rattlers' competitive outlook.
Florida A&M’s women’s basketball team returns intact after a historic SWAC Tournament win, adding key transfers as coach Bridgette Gordon looks to sustain momentum.
Syracuse University has offered a scholarship to Skye Ragoo, a standout guard from Christ the King High School, as he continues to climb the national rankings.
The annual NYC CHSAA June Team Camp offered a glimpse into the upcoming season, spotlighting senior standout Josh Rivera of Stepinac and shooting guard Tommy Wolf of Iona Prep, while discussing coaching strategies, roster additions, and the teams' historic competitiveness.
A look at the rising leaders, coaching strategies, and recruiting buzz shaping the next chapter of Catholic High School Athletic Association basketball.
Western Kentucky University announces the addition of transfer kicker Michael Smith and defensive back Alan Gbee ahead of the 2026 season opener at Nevada.
Western Kentucky University has signed transfer kicker Michael Smith and junior college defensive back Alan Gbee, bringing proven special‑teams experience and secondary depth to the program.
Transfer quarterback Isaiah Knowles is preparing to lead Florida A&M's offense in 2026, bringing back‑to‑back conference player‑of‑the‑year accolades and a focus on leadership as the team builds chemistry with new playmakers.
Isaiah Knowles, a two‑time conference Offensive Player of the Year at Albany State, has transferred to Florida A&M to work under head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. He is using the offseason to build chemistry with new teammates and refine the offensive scheme that helped the program rank among the nation’s top scoring attacks in Division II.