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Darnell Sankey pursuing NFL career

Jeremiah Martinez December 10, 2015

Before accepting his only Division I scholarship offer from Sacramento State in 2012, linebacker Darnell Sankey wasn’t highly recruited in high school. Four years later, he faces adversity again,...

Former Sac State linebacker overcomes rocky start to NFL career

Rachel Rosenbaum January 27, 2015

As a prospective professional athlete hoping to compete in the NFL, coming out of a Division I football program that isn't a household name or known for its rowdy 12th man crowd can make it difficult...

Todd Davis humbled by NFL experience

State Hornet Staff September 11, 2014

Former Sacramento State linebacker Todd Davis was released from the New Orleans Saints’ practice squad Sept. 4. He was originally signed by the team to a three-year contract June 23.Davis was replaced...

The Curt Locker: Football all buzz, no bite in 2013

Curtis Manlapig December 4, 2013

Almost is a word that should never be said when it comes to sports because it implies coming so close, yet not obtaining the goal. To say the Sacramento State football team almost won games they should...

The Hornet football team makes their entrance onto the field at the Causeway Classic on Saturday at Hornet Stadium.

Sac State falls to UC Davis in 60th Causeway Classic

Curtis Manlapig November 23, 2013

The UC Davis offense was efficient running and passing the ball Saturday, as it took down Sacramento State in the 60th edition of the Causeway Classic at Hornet Stadium.The Hornets lost 34-7, its fourth...

A defensive stop highlights Sac State’s victory over Portland State

Curtis Manlapig November 16, 2013

The Sacramento State defense stopped Portland State on a key fourth-and-inches play late in the fourth quarter, which led to the Hornets scoring the game-winning touchdown.The Vikings running back DJ Adams...

Refusing to go down, senior running back Ezekiel Graham drags four Southern Oregon defenders along with him. Graham finished the game with 166 yards and a touchdown.

Sac State looks to avoid three-game losing streak at Portland State

Curtis Manlapig November 14, 2013

Matchup: Sacramento State Hornets at Portland State VikingsRecords: Sac State: 4-6,(3-3); Portland State: 6-4, (3-3)Where: PortlandWhen: Saturday, Nov. 16 at 1:05 p.m.Players to watch:Senior linebacker...

Sac State improves to 3-1 in Big Sky with win over North Dakota

Curtis Manlapig October 19, 2013

The offense and defense of the Sacramento State football team were dominant Saturday as the Hornets took down the University of North Dakota.Sac State won the game 31-7 behind great play from senior linebacker...

Sac State defense looks to improve Saturday at North Dakota

Curtis Manlapig October 17, 2013

The Sacramento State defense will look to rebound from a poor showing in the loss to Northern Arizona last week when it takes on North Dakota Saturday in Grand Forks, North Dakota.The Hornet defense surrendered...

No. 53 senior line backer Todd Davis, picks up an interception.

Running backs shine in Sac State debut

Curtis Manlapig October 5, 2013

It was a night of firsts for Sacramento State as the Hornets took down Northern Colorado Saturday on Homecoming.With the win, Sac State is now 2-0 in Big Sky Conference play for the first time since joining...

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