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  • BEHOLD, The Baddest In Green And Gold! A Gallery Of Norfolk State Stunners Who Slayyyed The Spartan Way At Homecoming 2025

    Not your typical hotties!

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    You know we had to salute those mighty Spartans of Norfolk State University known for its vibrant campus culture, authentic tidewater vibes, and spectacular Spartan Legion band in the heart of Norfolk, Virginia (across the bridge from pesky rival Hampton University).

    Founded in 1935 as the Norfolk Unit of Virginia Union University during the Great Depression, the comprehensive urban public institution is “committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary teaching, research, and service” while fostering a “supportive academic and culturally diverse environment for all,” per its official site.

    Dedicated to empowering its students to turn aspirations into reality as well-rounded citizens and leaders for the 21st century, NSU recently made headlines by receiving a record-breaking $50 million gift from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.

    In 2020, Scott gifted the university $40 million and was consistently briefed by President Javaune Adams-Gaston on the progress being made at the institution.

    “This $50M gift will catapult Norfolk State to its next level of excellence,” wrote the university in a statement.

    “President Adams-Gaston and administrators are grateful for the enormous vote of confidence Ms. Scott has placed in the institution and its ability to provide positive outcomes for our students.”

    Notable NSU alum include J.B. Smoove, Tim Reid, Jawn Murray, Pee Wee Kirkland, Yvonne B. Miller (the first Black woman to be elected to the state house), and more.

    Have you ever experienced Norfolk State’s (underrated) Homecoming? If so, how was it? If not, what are you waiting for? Tell us down below and enjoy our gallery of Norfolk State stunners who slayyyed the Spartan way at Homecoming on the flip.

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  • What Last Weekend’s HBCU’s Battle of the Legends Taught Us. – Philadelphia Sports Nation

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    Over the decades — the Eagles have on more that one occasion had some incredible talent that makes it hard to believe didn’t win a Championship. One of those connections was Michael Vick to DeSean Jackson. The incredible speed of Jackson coupled with not only Michael Vick’s athleticism but also coupled with a cannon of an arm. You might be surprised to remember that the duo with so much potential only made the playoffs twice with the Eagles and never advanced beyond the NFC Divisional Round Playoff (Jackson did make it to an NFC Championship Game with McNabb.)

    But that isn’t only what we learned last weekend.

    The excitement of Philadelphia’s first ever HBCU’s Battle of the Legends — a 27–20 victory from Jackson’s Delaware State over Michael Vick’s Norfolk State — was an experience that electrified Lincoln Financial Field on Mischief Night just one day before Halloween.

    But that still isn’t the only what we learned last weekend.

    The most important item that we learned last weekend was a reminder that collegiate football programs across America and their athletes need our support. And that for Delaware State and Norfolk State — the joy of being coached and to benefit from the knowledge and experience of two former NFL Players like Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson is immeasurable.

    Vick and Jackson never had the chance to experience the level of success of Lincoln Financial Field’s current home team. We’ll never know if another couple more years of Andy Reid in Philadelphia could have molded an offense that featured Vick, Jackson, and LeSean McCoy into a Super Bowl Champion instead of a Chip Kelly regime that broke them apart.

    What we did find out was that last Thursday night was a win for all involved. Especially for Philly.

    Tags: College Football Delaware State DeSean Jackson Donovan McNabb Lincoln Financial Field Michael Vick

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    Michael Thomas Leibrandt

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  • PREVIEW – Week 2: Classic Matchups for These Rare Birds – Philadelphia Sports Nation

    PREVIEW – Week 2: Classic Matchups for These Rare Birds – Philadelphia Sports Nation

    For the Eagles and the Falcons — It’s Nothing Short of Amazing Matchups.

    In the wild, deep, and largely untouched expanse of America’s wildness — Falcons and Eagles sometimes entangle. For the Eagles and Falcons in two different NFC Divisions, playing against each other hasn’t been an annual tradition. It has, however, brought us some of the best moments for both franchises. On Monday night, as the Eagles look to continue a path to the Super Bowl — Lincoln Financial Field will once again be electric for another chapter in a history that already runs deep between these two franchises.

    Sep 12, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) scrambles up the field against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
    Sep 12, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) scrambles up the field against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
     PHOTO: John David Mercer/Imagn Images

    Since Atlanta entered the NFL in 1966 — the teams have played 37 times, including four postseason matchups. The Eagles lead the series 21–15–1 going into Monday night — another opportunity for another great chapter to be told.

    In the 1978 NFC Wildcard Round, an up-and-coming Eagles playoff team under Coach Dick Vermeil traveled to Atlanta. After a 13–0 Eagles lead, Atlanta would come back to win the game 14–13 thanks in part to a controversial call where Falcons wide receiver Wallace Francis and Eagles Safety Herm Edwards both went caught the ball at the same time. The ruling went in the Falcons’ favor.

    When Andy Reid’s Eagles were fast becoming contenders in the early 2000s, the Eagles would again meet the Falcons in the post-season. The much-billed matchup between Donovan McNabb and Michael Vick featured McNabb’s first game back from a broken ankle in the 2003 NFC Divisional Playoffs at the Linc. The Eagles would win that game 20–6.

    Two years later — Vick and the Falcons would return to Lincoln Financial Field for the 2005 NFC Championship Game. In a game when the Eagles offense wouldn’t be denied and a genius scheme from Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jim Johnson — flipping defensive ends Javon Kearse and Derrick Burgess and not letting the elusive Michael Vick escape to his left in the 27–10 victory.

    Then, in January of 2018 — in one of the most memorable games in Eagles history — Nick Foles and the Eagles would beat the Falcons 15–10. It was a game that featured an Eagles goal line stand against Julio Jones and Matt Ryan with only seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. It was the first post-season victory in the Eagles’ Super Bowl-winning, magical season of 2017-2018.

    In the wild — bald Eagles of the Accipitridae family dominate the skies against any other flying mammal in the region.
    On Monday night, the Eagles will undoubtedly dominate the South Philly skies once again, with the Falcons in their territory.

    PHOTO: John David Mercer/Imagn Images

    Michael Thomas Leibrandt

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