Unseen Grit: How Former HBCU Stars Are Shocking the NFL Preseason and Changing the Game

When the Steelers got the ball back, Hunter played cornerback. Although he appeared on the field for the defensive drives, he didn’t have any noteworthy moments. But it’s clear that he will be utilized as a defensive weapon for the Jaguars, but his primary assignment will be wide receiver, which will be interesting to see play out as the season rolls on.

Bhayshul Tuten & Ricky Lee

Hunter wasn’t the only former HBCU player who had standout moments for Jacksonville. A pair of Aggies also had a tremendous moment that put the league on notice. Tuten, a former North Carolina A&T player who transferred to Virginia Tech, scored an 8-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Battling through defenders and momentarily stopped, he got an extra push from an offensive lineman and former Aggie Ricky Lee to cross the goal line. Lee was undrafted in 2023 but has maintained his presence as an offensive tackle after a brief stint in the UFL.

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