The Latest Breaking News from JSU

Deion Sanders Leaves Jackson State Better Than How He Found It

Sanders is leaving the HBCU landscape for Colorado, but it’s worth recognizing what he accomplished at Jackson State.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 4, 2022

Hunter’s Highlight-Reel Catch Caps Off JSU’s Undefeated Season

The Tigers’ talented two-way star used an incredible toe drag to provide the final score in a hotly contested, historic victory over Alcorn State.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 20, 2022

Alcorn State Looks to Spoil JSU’s Undefeated Season

The Braves hope to blunt the Tigers’ winning streak in an epic regular-season finale.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 18, 2022

City Leaders Back JSU Stadium As Power 5 Teams Vie for Deion Sanders

Jackson leaders hope their decision will aid in keeping the Tigers’ coach with the program for a long time.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 12, 2022

Alabama State Coach Explains Handshake Incident With Deion Sanders

The Hornets’ coach shares why he displayed his behavior toward the Tigers’ coach after Saturday’s game.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 9, 2022

Deion Sanders Pushed Away By Opposing Coach During Handshake

The Tigers’ coach was surprised by the response from Alabama State’s coach following JSU’s win on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 9, 2022

Jackson State’s Deion Sanders Touts Son As Heisman Candidate

The Tigers’ coach believes Shedeur Sanders is worthy to be in the conversation for one of college football’s most coveted honors.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 27, 2022

Sanders’s Fiery Halftime Speech Sparks Jackson State in Rout

Jackson State responded to a call to action from their coach at halftime and outscored Grambling 45–7 in the second half for their first home win over their rivals since 1999.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2022

With another predominately Black city of Jackson, Miss., in need, Miami Gardens steps up

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- Thousands of water bottles were loaded onto trucks in Miami Gardens on Monday, headed for Jackson, Miss., where many residents are without clean water.

Miami Herald · Sep 14, 2022

Deion Sanders, Jackson State Delivered in Southern Heritage Classic

After the latest entertaining meeting between the Tigers and Tennessee State, the popular series now sits in limbo as the HBCUs explore other possibilities.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 11, 2022