3:51. Florida A&M rallies late to beat South Carolina State 42-38. WR Xavier Smith, FAMU. Crossover Pass: FAMU coaches Simmons, McCullum and Lynum share equal support for programs, FAMU seasonal goals remain intact for black college football national championship, FAMU football shines amidst chaos within the athletics department, Stanley breaks career TD mark in No. "We're trying to start our own family legacy," Smith said. His longest reception of the game was 43 yards, but it was the 17 yard touchdown reception he grabbed late in the game that was the deal breaker. We spoke it into existence and it was a blessing.". Xavier Smith (19) Wide Receiver Skip To Main Content. "I know if I can run that fast in the dirt, it's going to be easy when I'm on a flat surface. WR Abdul-Fatai Ibrahim, Alabama A&M. Ryan Stanley's 2-yard touchdown pass to Xavier Smith with 32 seconds remaining was his fourth TD toss of the day and Florida A&M beat North Carolina Central 28-21 on Saturday. WR Elijah Bell, NC A&T. Xavier Smith was unstoppable in 2019. In the first quarter, he caught the 58th touchdown pass of Ryan Stanley's career. Xavier Smith (19) Wide Receiver. "When it happened, we went to the sideline and laughed about it. TE Jordan Jones, Prairie View. Wideout receiver Xavier Smith, a sophomore health and leisure fitness student from Haines City, went ballistic and showed a crowd of more than 27,000 that he can be a game-changer. "It's like Joe Montana and Jerry Rice. Smith has been on the receiving end of two game-winning scores this fall. Six Florida A&M football players have garnered Preseason All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference honors by the conference in the Rattlers’ final season as part of the league. Glendon McDaniel 1 Yd Run (Martel Fontenot Kick) 7: 17: SF. SMITH,Xavier at Norfolk State (Sep 28, 2019) Yards Receiving : 201 : SMITH,Xavier vs Southern (Sep 21, 2019) TD Receptions : 4 : SMITH,Xavier vs Delaware State (Nov 02, 2019) Long Reception : 65 : REY,Azende at South Carolina State (Oct 12, 2019) Field Goals : 3 : Aly,Yahia at Norfolk State (Sep 28, 2019) Long Field Goal : 52 Speed is my weapon.". 229 The number of yards wide receiver Xavier Smith needs to join the 1,000-yard club for the season.. 349 Morgan State running back Joshua Chase is the team's leading rusher with 349 yards. The big game for Zay Smith had to be on September 21,2019 against Southern. OL Marcus Pettiford, NC A&T. 1700 Lee Hall Dr. 308 Foote-Hilyer(FHAC) Tallahassee, Florida 32307 P: (850)599-3183 F: (850)561-2674 E: student.affairs@famu.edu Xavier is looking to continue that type of production in 2020. Related posts. I run in the orange groves all the time to help me build speed and endurance," Smith said. I use my speed to stand out. Justin Smith (78 yards) and Marcque Ellington (career-high 77) both made a career-best five receptions. His short-term memory allows him to keep pushing for consistent greatness. It's fun as a play-caller trying to devise ways to get him the ball," head coach Willie Simmons said. 8:14. Follow FAMU beat writer Rory Sharrock on Twitter @rattlernews and @married2game1. He’s definitely a special player. Xavier Smith's 4th Quarter TD from Ryan Stanley. Xavier Smith (19) Wide Receiver. FAMU opened the season with a 62-0 defeat at UCF in Orlando. I don't have the typical size of a wide receiver. Earning first-team honors were wide receiver Xavier Smith, offensive lineman Keenan Forbes, defensive back Markquese Bell and punter Chris Faddoul, while wide receiver David Manigo and center Bryan Crawford landed on the second-team. Latest on Florida A&M Rattlers wide receiver Xavier Smith including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN WATCH: FAMU head coach Willie Simmons, quarterback Ryan Stanley and wide receiver Xavier Smith recap 52-30 win vs. Delaware State. The previous mark of three was held by Cainon Lamb, Ray Alexander and Jacquay Nunnally. Xavier Smith is not one to talk about himself or his weekly accolades. Six FAMU student-athletes were named to the 2020 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference preseason teams, the league announced last Thursday. The latest stats, facts, news and notes on Xavier Smith of the Florida A&M Rattlers Required fields are marked *. Not only were the Rattlers victorious on the field, they were also victorious when it came … What he lacks in height at 5'10" he makes up for in grit, hands and speed. WR Donnie Corley, Texas Southern. Stanley throws for 4TDs and FAMU beats NC Central 28-21. He celebrated his 22nd birthday on Sept. 21 by crushing the spirits of Southern with an iconic double move in a 27-21 triumph. Your email address will not be published. Smith closed the year as FAMU's leading receiver with 52 receptions for 727 yards. Xavier showed up and showed out catching 9 passes for 201 yards in the 27-21 win over the Jaguars. WATCH: FAMU postgame press conference following 52-30 win vs. Delaware State. It came alive in the second quarter with touchdowns from Azende Rey and Xavier Smith. Wide Receiver Xavier Smith had nine catches for 129 yards and two touchdowns. WR Harry Ballard, Arkansas Pine Bluff. (courtesy:chron.com) HBCU Classic Sports Performance Tee - $20 Two weeks later, he added to FAMU's homecoming festivities by hauling the go-ahead score in a 28-21 victory versus North Carolina Central. I know opposing teams are having a hard time tracking him. WR: Xavier Smith, FAMU TE: Colton Dowdell, UT Martin AP: Elijah Dotson, Sacramento State ATH: Danny Smith, Villanova (QB) Second Team Defense: DL: Mike Greene, James Madison DL: Jared Brinkman, Northern Iowa DL: Roderick Perry, South Carolina State DL: Trace Moscorro, Sam Houston State LB: DeShawn Stevens, Maine LB: Levi Metheny, Albany 17 FAMU 52-30 win vs. Delaware State. Stanley finished off the 12-play, 64-yard drive with a short toss to the left side to Xavier Smith to give Florida A&M a 7-0 advantage with exactly four minutes remaining in the opening period. The FAMU star wide receiver's rise to fame began midway through the 2018 season. This blinding speed is the byproduct of training in the terrain of orange groves in Haines City. You won't hear a peep from him. The last time FAMU picked up a win over the Bulldogs was in 2001. Team Safety. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Stanley throws for 4TDs and FAMU beats NC Central 28-21. This past Saturday, Smith was a part of two historic moments in the 52-30 win over Delaware State. I think the plan they have in place is to always keep students’ safety the utmost concern and the main priority,” student body president Xavier McClinton said. Xavier Smith is not one to talk about himself or his weekly accolades. SU scored three touchdowns to take a 21-19 lead before Ryan and Smith hooked up to give the home team the advantage again. That's what makes the greats great," Smith said. I'm having a hard time figuring out where he'll be from play to play. He lines up at X, in the slot and lines up to the field at Z. You have to have a weapon. His four touchdowns set a FAMU single-game record. WATCH: Rattlers wide receiver Xavier Smith recaps the game-winning catch and his performance vs Southern. We’re excited about this 2020 College Football Season. ... Smith closed the year as FAMU's leading receiver with 52 receptions for 727 yards. This season, he's producing top-tier numbers as one of the best wide receivers in the country. He also had a brother who attended the school. Xavier is looking to continue that type of production in 2020. Want to get an all access pass to the latest Rattlers news, analysis, photos and videos?Become a digital subscriber to support our sports coverage. Xavier Smith is a Big Time Player for FAMU. He's also establishing an off-the-field tradition. (courtesy.orlandosentinel.com) Willie Simmons to lead FAMU Coach Willie Simmons (21-11) next man up for continuous rebuild of FAMU football. Xavier Smith caught 12 passes for 98 yards. Three plays later, Smith caught the 17-yard strike from Stanley to give the Rattlers a 25-21 lead with 3:32 left. I see what it's done for her. To get the same experience my mother had. 1st and 10 at BCU17 "It's fun to watch. Each week, Smith carves out a football legacy at FAMU. You'll just see him fill up the stat sheet every week.". He's a humble guy who's as quiet as a church mouse. "I put so much work running in sand and dirt. Xavier Smith was unstoppable in 2019. His mother, Angenetta Sanchious, is a Rattler alum. Currently, the redshirt sophomore is fourth in FCS in catches (63), yards (953) and touchdowns (10). "I always told him I was going to be the one to catch the record-breaker," Smith said. FAMU looked to be headed to an easy win early on as it jumped out to a 17-0 win in the first quarter. WR Demontrez Burroughs, SC State. Xavier Smith is a Big Time Player for FAMU. FAMU jumped out to an early lead as Ryan Stanley connected with Xavier Smith for a 56 yard score just minutes into the game. This 25-yarder pushed Stanley into first place on the all-time list at FAMU. Smith finished the game with nine grabs for 184 yards. WATCH: FAMU wide receiver Xavier Smith on beating Southern. It took a defensive stop on fourth down to give the Rattlers good field position for their third drive of the afternoon. Upon his completion, Smith mashes the gas pedal and gains for extra yardage after the catch. A&T would respond with a short plunge by quarterback Kylil Carter before Stanley struck again, this time a five-yard pass to David Manigo. November 6, 2020. Related Videos. Ashley Robinson The Vice President & Director of Athletics at Jackson State University. FAMU, B-CU to participate ... will be current players and notable alumni from both teams. 3rd and 1 at BCU34: JENNINGS,Terrel rush for 6 yards to the BCU28, 1ST DOWN FAMU (LAWRENCE,D. He received multiple MEAC Rookie of the Week honors. 18:39. FAMU is among the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) ... Tuskegee University, and Xavier University of Louisiana. Ryan Stanley threw for a career-high 427 yards and had three touchdowns including a scoring strike to Kamari Young with just over a minute remaining to secure the win as Florida A&M beat South Carolina State 42-38 on Saturday afternoon. He had over a 1,000 yards receiving and 11 touchdowns. WATCH: FAMU QB Ryan Stanley, WR Xavier Smith on beating N.C. Central. FAMU; TD. Present-day Rattlers scheduled to appear are wide receiver Xavier Smith and … "We move him all around the place. Nevertheless, he remains humble and focused on steadily improving his game. View the profiles of people named Xavier Smith. The history of FAMU is nothing new for him. The sophomore from Haines City attended Ridge Community High School. His overall strong play led to him being selected as second-team All-MEAC. Smith is diagnosed with football amnesia. Within milliseconds of the snap, he's deep into his route and exploits their soft alignment. Life and Football. He’s definitely a special player. "When I get older and have kids, I want them to come here too. The thing that made them great is they did it more than once.". ;II,HENRY MILLER). STANLEY,Ryan pass complete to SMITH,Xavier for 9 yards to the BCU34 (GILBERT,Uriah). Bishop Bonnett rushed for 109 yards for the Rattlers, who finished with 431 total yards. We’ve got a helmet sticker ... pic.twitter.com/CJdv9Y8aTZ, More FAMU Football: Crossover Pass: FAMU coaches Simmons, McCullum and Lynum share equal support for programs, More FAMU Football: FAMU seasonal goals remain intact for black college football national championship, More FAMU Football: FAMU football shines amidst chaos within the athletics department, More FAMU Football: Stanley breaks career TD mark in No. 1st and 10 at BCU28: STANLEY,Ryan pass complete to YOUNG,Kamari for 11 yards to the BCU17, 1ST DOWN FAMU (JAMES,Devin). FAMU wide receiver Xavier Smith Photo courtesy Xavier Smith. This stellar outing earned him MEAC Co-Offensive Player of the Week. 17 FAMU 52-30 win vs. Delaware State, Southern with an iconic double move in a 27-21 triumph, 28-21 victory versus North Carolina Central, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Zay Smith Official Highlights Contact: zay.toby2@yahoo.com Highlight edited by 4OREVA Studios 4orevastudios@gmail.com "You have to keep doing it. According to Tanya Tatum, director of Student Health Services at FAMU, more temperature kiosks will be implemented in January, the start of the spring semester. The acclaim and records are not an accident or coincidence. Fearful defenders move further back in their coverage at the line of scrimmage. Your email address will not be published. Join Facebook to connect with Xavier Smith and others you may know. He also was awarded a helmet sticker by ESPN college football analyst Joey Galloway. He ranked second on the team with four touchdowns. WR Chris Rowland, Tennessee State. The Game Winner. The Florida A&M football team was able to outlast Southern 27-21 on Saturday in a record-setting home game. He had over a 1,000 yards receiving and 11 touchdowns. Ryan Stanley's 2-yard touchdown pass to Xavier Smith with 32 seconds remaining was his fourth TD toss of … He lets his play on the field serve as the microphone. ... the systemic barriers that prevent students from maximizing their opportunities in life,” said founder Robert F. Smith. WATCH: Rattlers quarterback Ryan Stanley and wide receiver Xavier Smith discuss their late-game heroics vs. N.C. Central on homecoming day. OL Donald Boone, Chowan. This season, the Haines City, Florida native, who previously walked on at Florida A&M, has garnered national acclaim from organizations such as the Black College Football Hall of Fame to a retweet of a video highlight from former NFL wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson. UCF Pummels FAMU, 62-0 UCF Knights (1-0) wasted no time in dismantling FAMU (0-1), scored in first minute. I feel it will be the same for me.". Homecoming festivities by hauling the go-ahead score in a 28-21 victory versus Carolina! 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