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Cam Newton calls Michael Vick a ‘fraud’ after ’embarrassing’ Norfolk State error

Michael Vick has come under some serious heat from Cam Newton following the Norfolk State Spartans’ loss at the weekend to the North Carolina Central Eagles.

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Michael Vick’s Norfolk State team loses after his victory formation call was ignored

Michael Vick and his Norfolk State team suffered one of the most brutal losses you will see on Saturday when he was either overruled or ignored on a late playcall.

Norfolk State Spartans News / The Spun / November 8

Norfolk State Loses After Players Ignore Head Coach Michael Vick

Michael Vick is in Year 2 at Norfolk State. The former college football and NFL star went 1-11 in his first season. There’s been progress in Year 2, though.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / October 14

'I Wasn’t Ready': Michael Vick Admits Hard Truth Behind Leaving FOX Role for $1.6M Norfolk State Job

Michael Vick had already discussed his next career move with his wife. He wanted to coach football eventually, but not immediately. His work at FOX Sports was going well.

Norfolk State Spartans News / 5 GOATs / March 25

Michael Vick details expectations for Norfolk State in 2026: ‘Trust one another’

Michael Vick is ready to see his Norfolk State football team take big steps forward in 2026. On3 recently spoke to the former Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, and he revealed how Norfolk State will improve next season.

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCU Legends On SI / March 14

Lady Bison Complete the 'MEAC Championship Sweep' for the Howard Basketball Programs

Howard Lady Bison dispatched Norfolk State, 53-46, to win the 2026 MEAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Championship title at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.

Norfolk State Spartans News / 5 GOATs / March 10

Michael Vick talks starring in new BET docuseries, lessons learned as Norfolk State head coach

Michael Vick became the head coach of the Norfolk State football team last year, and his first season is featured in a new BET docuseries, The Coach Vick Experience.

Michael Vick, Norfolk State announce 2026 schedule

Michael Vick and Norfolk State have officially unveiled their 2026 football schedule. Following a 1-11, with the only win coming against Division II contender and rival Virginia State University, the Spartans look to turn the corner and emerge as a contender in the MEAC.

Norfolk State Spartans News / FCS Football Central On SI / February 16

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Norfolk State RB Kevon King

Kevon King has been a workhorse for Norfolk State since 2022, seeing action in over 40 games in the past four seasons. He ended his career with over 2,300 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns, which included two All-MEAC campaigns.

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCU Legends On SI / October 31, 2025

DeSean Jackson & Delaware State Wins First Battle Vs. Michael Vick & Norfolk State

Delaware State utilized its powerful rushing attack, totaling 160 yards in the second half, to defeat Norfolk State, 27-20, in Vick-Jackson Bowl I. Kaiden

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCU Legends On SI / October 31, 2025

Delaware State's Rushing Attack Explodes In 2nd Half For Victory Over Norfolk State

Delaware State utilized its powerful rushing attack, totaling 160 yards in the second half, to defeat Norfolk State, 27-20, in Vick-Jackson Bowl I. Kaiden

Michael Vick News / Yardbarker / September 16, 2025

Why Vick isn't a fit for Virginia Tech job — at least, not yet

Why Michael Vick isn't a fit for Virginia Tech head-coaching job — at least, not yet

Vick became the head coach at Norfolk State this past offseason.

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Two big-name college football programs fire head coaches

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The 'NFL QB seven rushing-TD seasons' quiz

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / June 20, 2025

Norfolk State Football Ticket Prices Surge 82% Ahead of Michael Vick’s Debut

It’s a new day for Norfolk State football, and fans are paying the price. Literally. With NFL icon Michael Vick taking the reins as head coach, Norfolk State University has ushered in what it’s calling a “new investment in excellence.” But for loyal Spartan supporters, the most immediate change isn’t in the playbook, it’s at the box office.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 20, 2025

Michael Vick reflects on Norfolk State spring game debut

Michael Vick has taken the field plenty of times in his life — but this time, it was different. As the newly minted head coach of Norfolk State, Vick stepped into a new chapter, leading his team through their first public showing of the season: the Spartans’ spring game.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 19, 2025

Michael Vick’s Norfolk State debut draws hometown legends

It felt more like a celebration than a spring game. Michael Vick’s first appearance as Norfolk State head coach turned Dick Price Stadium into the epicenter of 757 sports culture Saturday, drawing out hometown legends, HBCU faithful, and a community that’s ready to rally behind the Spartans and Vick.

Larry Vickers News / HBCU Legends On SI / March 23, 2025

Larry Vickers Leaves Norfolk State To Become Auburn Women's Basketball's Head Coach

Larry Vickers, who has spent the past decade at Norfolk State leading the women’s basketball program to unprecedented heights, including three consecutive conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, has been named Auburn’s head women’s basketball coach, Athletics Director John Cohen announced Sunday.

Norfolk State Spartans News / College Football News / March 20, 2025

Florida vs Norfolk State Prediction, Preview & Odds: NCAA Tournament First Round

Florida is fantastic. It doesn’t have the star power of Auburn, and it never seemed to receive the attention of Alabama or Tennessee, but when things are working right its a dominant team that just doesn’t stop.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2025

Watch: SC State's gaffe sends Norfolk State to Big Dance

Watch: SC State's gaffe sends Norfolk State to men's NCAA Tournament

An excruciating South Carolina State mental error allowed Norfolk State to clinch the Mid-Eastern American Conference (MEAC)'s NCAA Tournament auto-bid on Saturday.

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Saint Francis proving NIL isn't actually everything in college sports

Son of legendary HC boosts profile after clinching first NCAA Tournament appearance

Where are they now? March Madness names of the past

The 'Active NBA players from the 2018 NCAA Sweet Sixteen teams' quiz

Watch: Norfolk State slams door on Morgan State with insane back-to-back dunks

Norfolk State's Christian Ings found the most emphatic way to ice his team's 69-60 win over MEAC rival Morgan State on Monday night, slamming back-to-back dunks in the final minutes of regulation.

No. 15 Michigan-Nebraska was the most horrific CBB game this season

Watch: Texas Tech fan drains putt, celebrates with Patrick Mahomes

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

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The 'Active NBA players from the 2018 NCAA Sweet Sixteen teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 31, 2024

Chaz Lanier helps No. 1 Tennessee dominate Norfolk State, remain unbeaten

Chaz Lanier scored 24 points and top-ranked Tennessee never trailed during a win over Norfolk State.

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The 'Men's AP Player of the Year winners' quiz

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCU Legends On SI / December 17, 2024

Michael Vick Confirms He Is The New Head Coach Of Norfolk State

HOUSTON — Michael Vick confirmed via a social media post that he's will be Norfolk State's head football coach. "It's an honor to announce that I'll be the new head coach of Norfolk State University...looking forward to coming back home..." Norfolk State University will reportedly name Michael Vick, the Spartans' new head football coach.

Norfolk State Spartans News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 17, 2024

Michael Vick to become Norfolk State head coach: report

Michael Vick is the latest surprising name in college football’s coaching carousel this cycle, as the former NFL quarterback is set to become the next head coach at Norfolk State, according to The Virginian Pilot’s David Teel and Michael Sauls.