Michael Vick, DeSean Jackson Embrace After Former Teammates Face Off As HBCU Coaches

Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson have transitioned from NFL stars to head coaches at FCS-level HBCU programs, with Vick at Norfolk State and Jackson at Delaware State. The two former Philadelphia Eagles teammates faced off as coaching rivals for the first time at Lincoln Financial Field, where Jackson's Delaware State Hornets defeated Vick's Norfolk State Spartans 27-20. The game featured standout plays, including a blocked punt for a touchdown by Amir Anderson and a 76-yard touchdown run by James Jones for Delaware State.

Deion Sanders, a former NFL star turned college coach, expressed support for both Vick and Jackson in their new roles. Vick, hired last December, aims to revitalize Norfolk State, which had a 15-31 record under previous coach Dawson Odoms. Jackson, who took over at Delaware State shortly after, has led the team to a 6-3 record, marking their best season in over a decade. The Hornets are currently 2