HBCU Player Of The Year Finalists Announced

The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its four finalists for the Black College Football Player of the Year Award. 

TRENTON CANNON (VSU #25) SCORES OVER RAY LEWIS III (VUU #8)

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The award is presented annually to the most outstanding football player from a Historically Black College & University that embodies the rich tradition of athletic excellence and integrity associated with HBCUs. Former North Carolina A&T State University, and current Chicago Bears Running Back, Tarik Cohen was selected as the inaugural recipient in 2016.

Bowie State’s Amir Hall playing with chip on his shoulder

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The 2017 finalists include Virginia State running back Trenton Cannon, Bowie State quarterback Amir Hall, Grambling State quarterback DeVante Kincade and North Carolina A&T quarterback Lamar Raynard.

Devante Kincade || 2016 Highlights

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The winner will be announced on February 10th, 2018 at the Ninth Annual Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta, Georgia. He will be presented with the Deacon Jones Trophy, named in honor of the football legend and inaugural BCFHOF inductee.

NCAT LAMAR RAYNARD 55 YD TO KHRIS GARDIN

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The Finalists will also be recognized at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta on December 16th, along with the BCFHOF Class of 2018, which will be televised on ABC.

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