FAMU Football Poised for a Turnaround in 2026
Despite being picked fourth in the SWAC East and facing NCAA penalties, Florida A&M aims to rewrite its narrative with a revamped roster and a determined coaching staff.
Jul 27, 2026
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FAMU Rattlers Aim to Defy Preseason Doubts Ahead of 2026 Season
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.
Jul 27, 2026
FAMU Football Faces Postseason Ban but Eyes Top Rankings
Florida A&M's football program is barred from the 2026 postseason due to APR violations, yet head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. says the team will chase top spots in the SWAC East, HBCU polls and FCS rankings while using the ban as motivation.
Jul 26, 2026
FAMU Football Faces NCAA Sanctions as SWAC Steps In with New Initiatives
Florida A&M’s football program will be subject to NCAA sanctions for the 2026 season after the governing body determined that its Academic Progress Rate fell short of the required threshold. The Southwestern Athletic Conference responded with a targeted grant and the hiring of Reginald Thomas to lead academic reforms, while new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. prepares for a televised season opener.
Jul 26, 2026
Gray Revives Gulf Coast Offense at FAMU
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.
Jul 25, 2026
Former CFL Star Henry Burris Launches Quarterback Development Academy in Tallahassee
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.
Jul 24, 2026
Florida A&M Rattlers Set for SWAC Media Day Amid Renewed Optimism
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.
Jul 13, 2026
FAMU Rattlers Ranked 10th in Groundbreaking Black College Football Preseason Poll
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.
Jul 9, 2026
FAMU Rattlers Preview: No Preseason All‑SWAC Selections, New Coach and Key Returners
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.
Jul 8, 2026
FAMU Football’s Legendary Coaching Legacies: From Gaither to Simmons
From Jake Gaither’s historic dynasty to Willie Simmons’s recent Celebration Bowl triumph, Florida A&M’s football program boasts a lineage of coaching excellence that spans decades.
Jul 2, 2026
FAMU Rattlers Gear Up for 2026 Season with New Coach and Key Players at SWAC Media Day
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.
Jun 29, 2026
Isaiah Knowles Takes the Helm of Florida A&M Rattlers’ 2026 Offense
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Isaiah Knowles Joins Florida A&M, Aims to Revitalize Rattlers’ Offense
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Florida A&M Rattlers defy NCAA ban as players stay put for 2026 season
The NCAA’s sanctions on Florida A&M’s football program have not driven its roster away; instead, most players are staying, boosting GPAs and rallying around new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.
Jun 10, 2026
Florida A&M Coach Quinn Gray Launches Inaugural Prospect Camp with Record Turnout
Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. opened his first prospect camp as Florida A&M's head coach, drawing a crowd of almost 400 players and showcasing a vision that could reshape the program's future.
Jun 6, 2026
FAMU Announces 2026 Football Schedule with All Games Televised
Florida A&M's Rattlers will have every game of the 2026 season aired, featuring a historic broadcast agreement and the arrival of key players under new leadership.
Jun 3, 2026
FAMU’s 2026 Football Season Set for Full TV Coverage
The Rattlers' entire schedule is slated for broadcast, featuring a historic debut by Coach Quinn Gray against his former team Albany State.
Jun 3, 2026
Florida A&M Announces 2026 Football Broadcast Schedule
The university reveals a full slate of televised matchups, including ESPN Network dates, HBCU GO streaming events, and key rivalries that will showcase the program across multiple platforms.
May 29, 2026
FAMU Announces 2026 Football Schedule with Eight Televised Games
Florida A&M's 2026 season includes a heavy broadcast slate, new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., and high‑profile games against Miami, South Carolina State and Bethune‑Cookman.
May 29, 2026
FAMU Rattlers Gear Up for a 2026 Season Led by Coach Quinn Gray
Florida A&M prepares for its 2026 football season under new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., with a slate of camps, a high‑profile media appearance and a demanding schedule that includes South Carolina State, Miami and Bethune‑Cookman.
May 26, 2026
FAMU Football Posts Record GPA Amid NCAA Scrutiny
The Florida A&M football team posted a 3.05 team GPA for the spring 2026 semester, a significant rise from 2.57 the previous fall, as new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. steers the program toward academic and athletic renewal.
May 21, 2026
Rattlers Celebrate Academic Excellence Among 41 Student-Athletes
Florida A&M University’s football team recognized 41 players for their academic performance in the spring 2026 term, including four on the Presidential List and seven on the Dean’s List, reflecting a collective GPA of 3.05.
May 20, 2026
Florida A&M Announces 2026 Summer Football Camps to Boost Recruiting and Community Ties
Florida A&M Head Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. revealed the 2026 summer camp lineup, featuring a women’s football experience, a prospect camp, a 7v7 skills session and a big‑man clinic, all set for June at the historic Bragg Memorial Stadium.
May 13, 2026
FAMU Football Program Faces NCAA Sanctions Over Academic Performance
Level Two sanctions will bar Florida A&M from postseason play in 2026 and spring practice in 2027, prompting a renewed focus on academic excellence under new leadership.
May 13, 2026