Black College Football Hall of Fame Drops Game-Changing 2025 Announcement—Fans Won’t Believe What’s Next!

Isn’t it fascinating how the Black College Football Hall of Fame continues to shine a long-overdue spotlight on the trailblazers from HBCUs who’ve shaped football history? This summer, the Class of 2025 will step into the limelight at the 16th Annual Induction Ceremony—an event that’s more than just a celebration; it’s a tribute to perseverance, talent, and the relentless spirit of athletes who often flew under the national radar before making waves in the NFL. Hosted by none other than Steve Wyche, an NFL Network veteran and a proud Howard University alum, this gathering promises to be equal parts inspiring and electric. From powerhouse players like Henry Dyer and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to the coaching genius of Fred “Pop” Long, these inductees embody the rich legacy and future of Black college football. And, just when you think the night can’t get any better, honors like the Deacon Jones Trophy spotlight emerging stars like Jada Byers, reminding us that excellence in football comes in many forms and from many places. If you’re wondering why HBCU football stories deserve more of your attention, well, this ceremony might just answer that — with style, heart, and a whole lot of grit. LEARN MORE.

The Black College Football Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025, set to be honored at the 16th Annual Induction Ceremony this summer. Presented by the Atlanta Falcons, the Black College Football Hall of Fame event will take place on June 7 at 7:30 PM ET at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia. The ceremony will celebrate the achievements of the newest inductees into the Hall of Fame. Steve Wyche, NFL Network reporter and proud Howard University alum, will host the evening as the master of ceremonies, paying tribute to the Class of 2025.

This year’s inductees feature outstanding HBCU players who succeeded at the college level for their institutions, with many of them going on to achieve prosperous NFL careers. The nominees include:

During the event, Jada Byers from Virginia Union University will be recognized as the 2024 Black College Football Player of the Year and awarded the prestigious Deacon Jones Trophy. Additionally, Los Angeles Rams cornerback and South Carolina State alumnus Cobie Durant has been named the 2024 Black College Football Pro Player of the Year, an honor presented by the NFLPA.

During his time at Virginia Union, Byers redefined excellence at the Division II level. Over four seasons, Byers amassed a school-record 5,311 rushing yards and 70 touchdowns, surpassing Andre Braxton’s previous mark of 5,008 career rushing yards. His dominance extended across the CIAA, where he led the conference in rushing and earned back-to-back CIAA Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2023 and 2024.

One of Byers’s standout performances for the Panthers came in 2022 against the Valdosta State Blazers, a perennial Division II powerhouse, and the previous year’s National Championship finalists. In a stunning upset, Byers rushed for an incredible 319 yards and scored 3 touchdowns, cementing his place as one of the brightest stars in college football.

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