The New York Times – Music:
H.B.C.U. bands have been part of the festivities since the first halftime show. This year, Southern University’s “Human Jukebox” will perform before the national anthem.
Category: Grambling State University
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Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts Represent Progress and Lost Opportunity for Black Quarterbacks
The New York Times – Sports:
Black quarterbacks will lead both teams in Sunday’s Super Bowl. But for much of pro football history, Black players were steered away from the position because of racist assumptions.
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Art Briles Resigns From Grambling State
The New York Times – Sports:
Grambling had received backlash after Briles, Baylor’s coach when leaders mishandled sexual assault accusations against players, was hired last week.
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Art Briles, Who Coached Baylor During Sexual Assault Scandal, Is Hired at Grambling State
The New York Times – Sports:
Grambling State officials said they did not plan to formally discuss the reason for bringing Briles back into college football after Baylor fired him in 2016.