A look at 2026 BCF HOFamer Nick Collins — Bethune-Cookman 

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ATLANTA — The Black College Football Hall of Fame (BCFHOF) will enshrine its six-member class at the 17th annual ceremony at 7 p.m. Saturday at the College Football Hall of Fame presented by the Atlanta Falcons.

The Black College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 includes:

  • Jimmy Smith (Jackson State)

  • Eddie Robinson, Jr. (Alabama State)

  • Nick Collins (Bethune-Cookman)

  • Tyrone Poole (Fort Valley State)

  • Coach Rudy Hubbard (Florida A&M)

  • Steve Wyche (Howard)

“What we have with the Class of 2026 is an incredible showcase of excellence, leadership, and impact that continues to come from Historically Black Colleges and Universities,” said Black College Football Hall of Fame Co-Founder and 2011 Inductee Doug Williams. “When the Black College Hall of Fame was established, its purpose was to elevate and recognize the past, present, and future of Black College Football. This class exemplifies that mission.”

 

Today we take a look at Nick Collins — Bethune Cookman

Seven-Year NFL Career with the Green Bay Packers — Selected 51st overall in the 2005 NFL Draft, he became a cornerstone of the Packers’ defense and one of the NFL’s premier safeties.

Super Bowl XLV Champion — Played a pivotal role in Green Bay’s championship run, highlighted by a memorable interception returned for a touchdown in the Super Bowl.

Three-Time Pro Bowl and All-Pro Performer — Earned three Pro Bowl selections and three Second-Team All-Pro honors, consistently ranking among the league’s elite defensive backs.

Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame Inductee — Inducted in 2016, cementing his legacy as one of the most impactful defensive players in franchise history.

Bethune-Cookman Alumnus and Defensive Standout — A native of Rock Hill, South Carolina, he starred at free safety for the Wildcats, earned All-MEAC honors, and was later inducted into the Bethune-Cookman Athletics Hall of Fame.

Bethune-Cookman Cornerbacks Coach and Mentor — Returned to his alma mater to help develop defensive backs, bringing championship experience and professional insight to the Wildcats’ coaching staff.

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