Power 5 conference schools may produce the most NFL talent, but lesser celebrated schools have long cultivated top-tier players for the league. Look no further than the Hall of Fame to see it riddled with players from HBCUs.
Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach has honed in on finding hidden gems late in draft classes, and the selection of cornerback Joshua Williams out of Fayetteville State has the potential to be his latest discovery. Williams, the NCAA Division II standout, spoke about his biggest challenges making the pro transition and his pride in attending an HBCU during Monday’s rookie minicamp press conference.
