Sylvester Hicks: A Defensive Titan of Tennessee State
A look at the career of Sylvester Hicks, the All‑America defensive lineman who led Tennessee State to a top national defensive ranking and later played for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Jul 10, 2026
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Larry Dorsey to Join Tennessee State Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Former TSU star Larry Dorsey will be inducted into the university’s Athletics Hall of Fame, celebrating a career that spanned college stardom and a two‑year NFL stint.
Jul 3, 2026
Tennessee State and Jackson State set to clash in 2026 Merritt Classic at Vanderbilt
Tennessee State and Jackson State will meet on Aug. 29, 2026, at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium for the John A. Merritt Classic, reviving a storied rivalry that last played in Memphis and celebrating the coaching career of John Merritt.
Jun 8, 2026
Tennessee State and Jackson State to Open 2026 Season at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium
Tennessee State and Jackson State will kick off their 2026 football campaign in Nashville, honoring a legendary coach and preserving a historic rivalry.
Jun 8, 2026