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Jackson State edged Tennessee State 26‑24 in their 2025 opener, but missed conversions and red‑zone inefficiencies left coach T.C. Taylor urging improvements in third‑down defense and scoring before the next home game against Edward Waters.
Four Jackson State football seniors have taken the NCAA to court after a federal appeals panel overturned a temporary injunction that had briefly restored their fifth year of eligibility.
A recent court ruling restores a fifth year of eligibility for several 2022 high school graduates, allowing Jackson State to bring back experienced starters and top receiver Nate Rembert as the team opens its season against Tennessee State.
Jackson State, Millsaps, and Belhaven outline their 2026 football plans at a media day, highlighting title defenses, rivalry games, and the impact of extreme heat on fall camp preparations.
Jackson State’s standout seniors — Reid Pulliam, B.J. Washington and Kazarius Bowie — joined the Bleed Thee Blue Fall Fan Fest, signing autographs and rallying supporters as the university awaits a ruling on their fifth‑year eligibility. With the first game against Tennessee State slated for Aug. 29, coaches and fans alike are focused on a season of dominance.
The Tigers finished 2025 atop the East Division and second in the league overall, and now a blend of All‑SWAC veterans and new arrivals hopes to capture the conference title.
Levi Wyatt Jr., a former Jackson State football player, died in a car crash shortly after completing his college career and announcing his intent to pursue professional opportunities in the NFL, UFL and CFL.
Levi Wyatt Jr., a 23‑year‑old former Jackson State football player, died in a single‑vehicle crash near Vicksburg, Mississippi, just weeks after earning his degree. His death prompted an outpouring of condolences from the university, coaches and fans across the state.
Levi Wyatt Jr., a 23‑year‑old defensive back who had just completed his college career at Jackson State University, died early Saturday morning in a single‑vehicle crash on a rural highway outside Vicksburg, Mississippi. Family members confirmed the accident to local authorities, and the news quickly spread through the university’s alumni network.
Levi Wyatt Jr., a former Jackson State University football player, died in a car crash shortly after graduating and declaring for the 2026 professional draft. His career was marked by resilience and community admiration.
A standout player at Jackson State University, Levi Wyatt Jr. died in a car crash shortly after completing his degree and declaring for professional drafts.
Jackson State University and the broader Mississippi sports community are grieving the death of Levi Wyatt Jr., a 23‑year‑old former football player who died in a car crash shortly after earning his degree and declaring for professional drafts.
Jackson State University is grieving the death of Levi Wyatt Jr., a 23-year-old former football player who died in a car accident shortly after completing his college career and graduating with a degree.
A look at the life, career, and untimely death of Levi Wyatt Jr., whose football path spanned multiple levels of play and ended just as he prepared for the 2026 draft.
Jackson State University and the broader Mississippi sports community are grieving the loss of former defensive back Levi Wyatt Jr., who died in a car accident shortly after completing his college career and declaring for professional drafts.
The Tigers open preseason on July 29, 2026, bolstered by nearly 50 new players and a revamped roster, aiming to return to the Celebration Bowl and capture another national crown.
With returning All-Conference talent, key transfers and the development of sophomore quarterback Jared Lockhart, the Jackson State Tigers are poised to defend their SWAC crown and return to Atlanta for a third straight year.
After a 9‑3 finish and a narrow SWAC championship loss, Jackson State is adding new kickers and focusing on critical game situations as practice begins in late July.
The Jackson State Tigers are gearing up for a pivotal 2026 campaign under fourth‑year head coach T.C. Taylor, featuring returning All‑SWAC quarterback Jared Lockhart and standout defenders Quay Davis and Kam Silas.
After a breakout year, defensive back Kam Sallis decided to remain at Jackson State University, citing family ties, program culture, and leadership responsibilities as key factors in his choice.
With 49 newcomers and a defense that finished among the nation’s best, Jackson State aims to defend its SWAC East title and contend deep into the postseason.
An in‑depth look at Jackson State University's 2026 football schedule, highlighting pivotal games, coaching changes, and the talent poised to drive the Tigers back to the SWAC Championship.
A Jackson native and former Kansas City Chiefs defensive end, Breeland Speaks, has joined Jackson State University’s football staff as a defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach, bringing championship pedigree and local pride to the program.
Jackson State announced the hiring of Breeland Speaks as defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach, tapping a veteran of the NFL and the United Football League to shape the program’s pass rush for the upcoming season.