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After stints at Arizona State and Georgia, ex-four star quarterback Jaden Rashada returns to Northern California to get his collegiate career back on track. Rashada signed with the Hornets on April 25, 2025.

Northern California high school legend returns home to rewrite his legacy

Jack Dann, Staffer May 9, 2025
Sac State rocks the Big Sky Conference, adding former Georgia and Arizona State quarterback Jaden Rashada ahead of their potential FBS push.
The sign in front of Folsom Hall Thursday, May 8, 2025. Staff and faculty who have been at Folsom Hall for over a decade complained of feeling ignored during the football team’s move.

Faculty and staff left feeling ignored and disrupted amidst football team’s Folsom Hall move

Adam Camarena and Jack Freeman May 8, 2025
Sac State staff and faculty were left feeling frustrated after the football team’s unannounced move to the third floor of Folsom Hall, home to the school’s nursing and physical therapy departments.
Jackson Slater stands looking forward after a game. Slater was selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. (Photo Courtesy of Sac State Athletics/Graphic created in Canva)

Draft Diaries: Jackson Slater leaves NFL Draft with dreams fulfilled and new goals on the horizon

Jack Freeman, Editor-in-Chief May 7, 2025
Sac State offensive lineman Jackson Slater is now a Tennessee Titan. Hear what he had to say about the NFL Draft, social media’s reaction and his goals for the next level of football.

Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts

Zachary Hernandez and Madison Flewellyn May 5, 2025
Students react to Sac State's new head coaches! The multimedia team hit campus to get real reactions from students about the fresh faces leading Hornet basketball and football.
Jackson Slater looks ahead during his pro day at UC Davis, Monday, March 31, 2025. Slater was selected by the Tennessee Titans in the fifth round.

BREAKING: Sac State offensive lineman picked by Tennessee Titans

Jack Freeman, Editor-in-Chief April 26, 2025
Sac State offensive lineman Jackson Slater has found his new home, being selected as the 167th pick in the 5th round by Tennessee Titans in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Sac State running back Cameron Skattebo adjusting his gloves during a matchup with Idaho Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. The Hornets defeated the Vandals in a thrilling down-the-stretch win to remain undefeated in 2022.

BREAKING: Former Hornet running back Cam Skattebo drafted by the New York Giants

Adam Camarena, Sports Editor April 26, 2025
Former Sacramento State running back Cameron Skattebo was selected by the New York Giants after an explosive season for the Arizona State Sun Devils.
Sacramento State football prepares to have its fifth NFL draftee in the last 33 years Thursday, April 24, 2025. The Hornets have had four football players make it to the league since 1997. 

From Green and Gold to the Gridiron: A look back at Hornets in the NFL Draft

Jack Dann, Staffer April 24, 2025
A look back at Sacramento State’s last four NFL Draft selections: Marte Mapu, Marko Cavka, Damion Shelton and Tony Corbin.
Sacramento State offensive lineman Jackson Slater stands near Amador Hall Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Slater said teams view him as a potential mid-round draft pick.

Draft Diaries: Sac State guard embraces the calm before the storm of NFL Draft night

Jack Freeman, Editor-in-Chief April 23, 2025
Sac State offensive lineman met in-person with the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks prior to the NFL Draft on Thursday.
New head coach Brennan Marion roams the field ahead of the annual spring game Sunday, April 13, 2025. Marion comes to Sac State after leading UNLV to an 11-3 record, earning their place as the 15th-best offense in the FBS.

Sac State’s star-studded transfer class gets ready to Go-Go at the annual spring game

Jack Dann, Staffer April 23, 2025
New Sacramento State football head coach Brennan Marion and his incoming transfer class prepare for a pivotal Big Sky season.
 Senior guard Jackson Slater jumps during pro day Monday, March 31, 2025. Slater reached a 32.5” vertical, his best in the pre-draft process.

GALLERY: Sac State football shows out on pro day

Adam Camarena, Sports Editor April 2, 2025
Sacramento State had multiple players perform at Monday’s joint pro day with UC Davis and Hawaii, with NFL scouts in attendance ahead of the NFL Draft.
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