Pittman’s Pocket: National Signing Day February 4th, 2026 | HBCU Preview

As National Signing Day 2026 approaches, Pittman’s Pocket, in partnership with DraftDiamonds, highlights key early commitments, transfers, and recruiting strategies shaping HBCU football.

Alabama A&M inked nine signees, led by WR Earl Collins III and several offensive linemen.

Prairie View A&M added multiple 3-star recruits, including QB Mack Cooper and RBs Amarie Jackson & Nicholas Tramble.

Texas Southern (TSU) is pursuing high-profile talent, including the brother of NFL great Adrian Peterson.

North Carolina A&T strengthened its front line with 3-star DL Ben Boulware.

Tennessee State blends high school prospects with JUCO transfers, adding OL Slater Adams, Kennedy Jackson, LaRodney McQueen, QB Paul Jones III, WR Joshua Jones, athlete Samuel Arnold III, and defenders DE Terrell Evans, CB Jordan Francis, S KeShaun Johnson.

Jackson State leans heavily on the transfer portal, adding 20+ players, including DL Terrance Hibbler Jr. and OT Jaekwon Bouldin, while also securing high school talent like DL Michael Johnson Jr. and CB Yusef Colding.

Pittman’s Pocket x DraftDiamonds continues to elevate HBCU exposure, spotlighting early signees, transfers, and the next generation of elite athletes shaping the Class of 2026.