HBCU Football: Standout players from the HBCU Legacy Bowl

Here are some of the standouts from Team Robinson:

Antwan Collier (MVP), Florida A&M, defensive back: Collier led all defensive players with nine tackles on his way to being named the MVP of the game. Versatility is an essential attribute at the next level, and Collier played all over the field. The former Rattler played deep, over the slot, and in the box.

Jawon Pass, Prairie View A&M, quarterback: Pass, who started his career at Louisville, showed remarkable resilience in this game. His first few throws were off the mark, but an excellent run helped settle some nerves. Pass then lived up to his last name and threw the ball well when he was in the game.

Jeremiah Caine, Mississippi Valley State, defensive lineman: Caine showed great burst off of the snap and the ability to stalemate the center from the nose tackle and eat space over the guard. Caine also showed some pass rush sacking the quarterback by blowing past the center.

Antawn Owens, Jackson State, defensive lineman:  Owens took full advantage of playing next to Jeremiah Caine. Owens took advantage of one-on-one matchups on the inside and outside of the defensive line while Caine took on multiple blockers. That’s not to say that Owens did not play well; he did, showing the ability to split blockers and penetrate.

Shemar Bridges, Savanah State, Wide Receiver: Bridges is as impressive a physical specimen as there was this entire week. At 6-foot-5 and 210 pounds, he is built similar to Kelvin Benjamin when he was with the Carolina Panthers. Bridges showed great hands and agility getting his feet inbounds. Bridges understands how to put his body between the ball and the defender.

Jerry Garner, Mississippi Valley State, defensive end: Watching Garner’s non-stop motor reminds you of former Central State and New York Jet Hugh Douglas. Both are similar in size and temperament on the field. It is hard not to watch him and think his grit will get him on a roster.

Aqeel Glass, Alabama A&M, quarterback: Glass was not as impressive in this game as he was in the NFLPA bowl. Glass’s struggles were Team Gaither’s defensive line, and he had some drops. Glass threw the football well when he had time. Like the NFLPA bowl, Glass showed touch and anticipation on his throws.