Professional football leagues are facing scrutiny for not signing former SWAC Offensive Player of the Year Aqeel Glass and Defensive Player of the Year Aubrey Miller Jr., despite their impressive resumes.

By the Numbers
  • 12,136 passing yards and 109 passing touchdowns for Aqeel Glass
  • Aubrey Miller Jr. is 6-2, 225 pounds
Yes, But

While the players have notable accomplishments, there may be concerns about their fit or potential in professional leagues.

State of Play
  • Aqeel Glass briefly with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Breakers
  • Aubrey Miller Jr. garnered interest after the Reeses Senior Bowl but remains unsigned
What's Next

It remains uncertain if Aqeel Glass and Aubrey Miller Jr. will receive another opportunity to pursue professional football careers.

Bottom Line

The NFL, UFL, and CFL face criticism for overlooking talented HBCU players like Aqeel Glass and Aubrey Miller Jr., raising questions about inclusivity and opportunity in professional football.