Alcorn State Lands Six on Phil Steele All-SWAC Preseason Team

Lorman, Mississippi — Six Alcorn State football players have been named to the Phil Steele FCS Preseason All-SWAC Team, the publication announced this week. The team recognizes the top players from all Football Championship Subdivision leagues nationwide.

Three players earned first-team honors: offensive linemen Cameran Rogers and Eric Thomas Jr., along with defensive lineman Demetrion Duvall. Rogers, a 6-foot-4, 330-pound junior from Theodore, Alabama, played in 11 games and contributed to an offense that averaged 24.25 points per game. Thomas Jr., a 6-foot-3, 245-pound junior from Columbus, Mississippi, recorded 26 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, and four sacks in 12 games. Duvall, a 5-foot-11, 185-pound junior from Akron, Ohio, served as the team’s punter, averaging 42.7 yards per kick with a long of 63 yards.

The second team included offensive linemen Jaden Bryant and Abe Diallo, as well as defensive lineman Kenneth Andrews. Bryant, a 6-foot-4, 344-pound transfer from Norfolk State, helped block for the Braves’ rushing attack. Diallo, a 6-foot-6 junior from Seffner, Florida, was a key part of the offensive line, which helped rush for 178.3 yards per game. Andrews, a 6-foot-3 junior from Akron, Ohio, finished the 2025 season with 33 tackles and two sacks.

Alcorn State is set to open the 2026 season Saturday, Aug. 29, hosting Miles at Jack Spinks – Marino Casem Stadium with a 6 p.m. kickoff. The team and its fans can follow updates on social media, including Twitter (@BravesSports), Instagram (@AlcornSports), and YouTube (Braves Sports Network).

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