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HBCUs and the NFL Draft 2024--Part II

HBCUs and the NFL Draft 2024--Part II

The 2024 NFL Draft took place in Detroit. HBCU players have subsequently received rookie contracts from several NFL teams. HBCUs continue to play an important role in producing first class football talent. More than 50% of HBCU coaches have played in the NFL. More than 35 HBCU players are currently in the Football Hall of Fame. We are very proud of these exceptional athletes and we salute their achievements and send all the best to their families.

Sundiata "Sunny" Anderson (Edge)

Grambling State University, Lousiana

NFL Contract: 3 years--$2,830,000

$100,000 Gurantee

$10,000 Signing Bonus

Team: Seatlle Seahawks

Anim Dankwash (Offensive Line)

Howard University, Washington, DC

NFL Contract: 3 years--$28,300,000

2024: $795,000

2025: $960,000

2026: $1,075,000

Team: Seattle Seahawks

Jarveon Howard (Running Back)

Alcorn State University, Mississippi

UDFA Rookie Deal: 3 years -- Annual Salary of $993,333

2024: $795,000

2025: $960,000

2026: 1,075,000

Team: Green Bay Packers

Willis Patrick (Offensive Line)

Jackson State University, Mississippi

NFL Contract: 3 years--$2,830,000

2024: $795,000

2025: $960,000

Team: Los Angeles Chargers

Marcus Riley (Wide Receiver)

Florida A&M University, Florida

UDFA Rookie Contract: 3 years-- $2,835,000

Team: New York Jets

Jordan Toles (Defensive Back)

Morgan State University, Baltimore

Team: Baltimore Ravens

NFL Contract: 3 years--$2,832,000

$2,000 Signing Bonus

2,000 Guaranteed

2024: $795,000

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