DeSean Jackson Named Head Coach at Delaware State

Tyreek Hill, a wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins, has expressed interest in becoming a head coach at an HBCU after his NFL career, joining a trend of former NFL stars transitioning into coaching roles at these institutions. DeSean Jackson is reportedly finalizing a deal to become the head coach at Delaware State University, marking a significant opportunity for the struggling program, which has not had a winning season since 2012. This follows Michael Vick's recent appointment as head coach at Norfolk State University, further highlighting the influx of NFL legends into HBCU coaching roles. The successes of Deion Sanders at Jackson State and Eddie George at Tennessee State have paved the way for this movement, inspiring other former athletes to take similar paths. Jackson's hiring comes after the dismissal of Delaware State's previous coach, who had a dismal record over two seasons. The trend underscores a growing commitment among former players to contribute to HBCU football, potentially revitalizing the programs they lead.