1995 Alcorn State Braves football team

American college football season March 2026 August 2023 1995 Alcorn State Braves football Southwestern Athletic Conference SWAC 4–7 3–4 Cardell Jones 5th Jack Spinks Stadium The 1995 Alcorn State Braves football team represented Alcorn State University as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) during the 1995 NCAA Division I-AA football season. Led by fifth-year head coach Cardell Jones, the Braves compiled an overall record of 4–7 with a conference record of 3–4, and finished fifth in the SWAC. Schedule 1995 NCAA Division I-AA NCAA Division I-AA Football Committee September 2 l Grambling State Jack Spinks Stadium Lorman, MS 17–39 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/121294103/g-men-pound-braves/ Enterprise-Journal G-Men pound Braves September 3, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com September 9 l y y Sam Houston State Bowers Stadium Huntsville, TX 7–44 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/114809214/armstrong-bearkats-swamp-braves-447/ The Clarion-Ledger Armstrong, Bearkats swamp Braves 44–7 September 10, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com September 16 l y Alabama State Ladd Stadium Mobile, AL 20–20 (forfeit) Gulf Coast Classic https://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-alcorn-ties-bama-state-on/129106576/ Alcorn ties Bama State on late drive The Clarion-Ledger September 17, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.comhttps://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-alcorn-forfeits-tie-coac/129106647/ Alcorn forfeits tie, coach reprimanded The Clarion-Ledger November 16, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com September 23 w y Texas Southern Robertson Stadium Houston, TX 21–10 https://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-alcorn-state-vs-texas-so/126242204/ The Clarion-Ledger Alcorn State vs. Texas Southern September 23, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.comhttps://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-fletchers-arm-mixs-sac/126242288/ The Clarion-Ledger Fletcher's arm, Mix's sacks help Alcorn win September 24, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com September 30 w y y 1995 Arkansas–Pine Bluff Golden Lions Arkansas–Pine Bluff Pumphrey Stadium Pine Bluff, AR 44–28 https://www.newspapers.com/article/hattiesburg-american-alcorn-state-passes/130717258/ Hattiesburg American Alcorn State passes way to 44–28 win October 1, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com October 7 l y y Howard RCA Dome Indianapolis, IN Circle City Classic 17–21 58,438 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-indianapolis-star-howard-nips-alcorn/130717425/ Howard nips Alcorn State in Circle City The Indianapolis Star October 8, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com October 14 w Prairie View A&M Jack Spinks Stadium Lorman, MS 13–2 https://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-alcorn-holds-off-persiste/130717613/ The Clarion-Ledger Alcorn holds off persistent Prairie View October 15, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com October 21 l y Southern 13 A. 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Mumford Stadium Baton Rouge, LA 51–61 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/122864992/jaguars-outlast-credit-led-braves-6151/ Jaguars outlast Credit-led Braves 61–51 The Clarion-Ledger October 22, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com October 28 l y Samford Jack Spinks Stadium Lorman, MS 9–20 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-dothan-eagle-samford-20-alcorn-stat/130717772/ The Dothan Eagle Samford 20, Alcorn State 9 October 29, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com November 4 w Mississippi Valley State Jack Spinks Stadium Lorman, MS 38–27 https://www.newspapers.com/article/hattiesburg-american-alcorn-topples-vall/130717922/ Hattiesburg American Alcorn topples Valley November 5, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.com November 18 l y Jackson State 14 Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium Jackson, MS Capitol City Classic 7–28 55,300 https://www.newspapers.com/article/clarion-ledger-tigers-savor-title-jsu-f/129469908/ Tigers savor title, JSU feasts on Alcorn turnovers in 28–7 win The Clarion-Ledger November 19, 1995 August 26, 2023 Newspapers.comAlcorn State Braves Yearly Results (1995–1999) College Football Data Warehouse August 26, 2023 http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/active/a/alcorn_state/1995-1999_yearly_results.php September 6, 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20150906081357/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/active/a/alcorn_state/1995-1999_yearly_results.php Personnel Coaching staff The 1995 Alcorn State Braves football team was led by head coach Cardell Jones in his fifth season with the program. A native of McComb, Mississippi, and a 1965 graduate of Alcorn State University, Jones began his coaching career at the high school level before serving as an assistant at Jackson State University and returning to his alma mater as head coach in 1991.admin 2013-11-16 Former JSU coaches, Alcorn alums, speak at Jackson State University - JSU Newsroom https://www.jsumsnews.com/jsu-to-host-eating-with-the-enemy-breakfast-with-former-jsu-coaches-alcorn-alums/ 2026-03-14 en-US In the 1995 season, Jones guided the Braves to an overall record of 31-12-2, including strong performances in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) such as the 1992 conference championship, for which he earned SWAC Coach of the Year Honors.Harry Lyles Jr 2024-08-20 Looking back on Steve McNair's groundbreaking 1994 season at Alcorn State https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/40897400/steve-mcnair-1994-alcorn-state-heisman-30th-anniversary 2026-03-14 ESPN en2024-10-23 2024 SWAC Hall of Fame Class Announced https://swac.org/news/2024/10/23/general-2024-swac-hall-of-fame-class-announced.aspx 2026-03-14 Southwestern Athletic Conference en His tenure provided stability to the program following the departure of star quarterback Steve McNair after the 1994 season. Key players The roster featured a mix of upperclassmen and experienced returners following the departure of star quarterback Steve McNair after the 1994 season, emphasizing a run-oriented offense supported by a strong offensive line and a defense bolstered by standout linebackers and return specialists.Top 50 Greatest Football Players: No. 1, Steve McNair https://alcornsports.com/news/2014/8/29/FB_0829141335.aspx 2026-03-14 Alcorn State University Athletics en Exact positions and breakdowns are not fully documented, but the team relied on a core group of seniors across key units, including multiple starters on the offensive line, wide receivers, running backs, defensive linemen, and defensive backs, reflecting a veteran-heavy lineup under head coach Cardell Jones. Key offensive players included senior wide receiver Kobie Jenkins, a 6-3, 206-pound All-SAC selection who served as the team's primary aerial threat with his size and route-running ability. Senior offensive lineman Kewone Robinson, at 6-3 and 274 pounds, anchored the line as a two-year starter and All-SWAC honoree, providing crucial blocking for the ground game. The backfield was led by senior fullback Bertrell Shelby and tailback Estus Sands, both returning starters who formed a potent rushing duo in the team's shift to a run-heavy scheme after quarterback injuries. On defense, senior linebacker Frederick Harper, a 6-2, 201-pound standout, emerged as the unit's leader with his tackling prowess. Senior defensive lineman Carlos Thornton, measuring 6-3 and 266 pounds, provided interior pressure as an All-SWAC performer. In the secondary, senior defensive back Malcolm Jones (5-11, 185 pounds) contributed as an All-SWAC selection with coverage skills that drew professional interest. Additionally, junior return specialist Goree White, a 5-10, 172-pound All-SWAC honoree nicknamed "The Nightmare," handled kickoff and punt returns, adding explosive playmaking to the special teams unit as a first-team All-SWAC honoree.Top 50 Greatest Football Players: No. 10, Goree White https://alcornsports.com/news/2014/8/20/FB_0820141246 2026-03-14 Alcorn State University Athletics en References Alcorn State Category:Alcorn State Braves football seasons Alcorn State football