Norfolk State has welcomed their new head coach, Michael Vick, with a bash. On Monday, when Vick walked on the stage for his inaugural speech, the crowd gave him a warm ovation, marking the craze of a former NFL quarterback in the program. Vick has an incredible experience of 15 seasons in the NFL and would possibly bring it all to his new home, this time as a head coach, the ultimate mentor of the players under the role.

Expect a huge turnaround from a 4-8 season in 2025. It would also not be an overstatement to hope for a stronger, healthier team culture with a better plan and direction. So, the Norfolk State players have a lot on their plate and can no longer sleep on their potential. On the other hand, the players have their lookout as well. Wide receiver Jahee Blake, therefore, on behalf of all, set the mark.

While some are drawing parallels between Deion Sanders’ Jackson State legacy and the mammoth transformation into an HBCU football powerhouse, you would be wise to look at what Eddie George has done with TSU. Eddie George can perfectly be aligned with Michael Vick. He also belonged to the NFL rank and joined Tennessee in his first-hand coaching endeavor. He has been making a wave into the program, especially with the recruitment front, since 2021. Blake, the former Tennessee Wide Receiver, will bet it better as he is going to face both.

Deion Sanders welcomes Michael Vick to the CFB coaching club with open arms

Pulling him out from the dilemma, Deion told Vick, ”You might as well get into coaching (now)” and ”I don’t know what you’re waiting for.”