Not only are the Jackson State Tigers defending HBCU national champions, but the Tigers have been voted the preseason favorites in the HBCU FCS Coaches Poll. The 2025 HBCU college football Preseason All-America team presented by BOXTOROW, released on Tuesday, is reflective of the success of the Tigers last season and what the team returns as seven different players (eight positions) were named to the preseason team.

Two of the JSU players, offensive lineman D’Andre Townes-Blue and return specialist Travis Terrell, were part of the 2024 HBCU college football America team. Additionally, North Carolina Central offensive lineman Trevon Humphrey, Southern defensive end Ckelby Givens, and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington were also voted to last year’s team.

Florida A&M had

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