Archie Cooley, the innovative Black college football coach whose offense helped Jerry Rice become a star at Mississippi Valley State, has died, his family announced through the school Thursday. “The MVSU Family sends our condolences to the Cooley Family,” the school said in a social media post, but did not share details about Cooley's death. Nicknamed “Gunslinger” for his passion for the passing game, Cooley spent 19 seasons as a head coach at four HBCUs and went 83-78-5.
Arizona State starting quarterback Jaden Rashada is entering the transfer portal. Rashada announced his decision on the social plaform X on Thursday, thanking coach Kenny Dillingham and his staff. “A special thank you to coach Dilly!” Rashada wrote.
Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz caught up with the former Notre Dame offensive lineman to discuss how his skills will transfer to the NFL, how his Dad impacted his career, the aspects of his game that resonate with fellow players, and much more. Joe Alt joined Yahoo Sports on behalf of USAA.