Southern's Herman Brister III stays amid NIL offers, per Marshall Faulk
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Southern University head coach Marshall Faulk confirmed that safety Herman Brister III will remain with the Jaguars despite receiving substantial NIL offers. Faulk praised Brister's leadership and commitment, particularly after a challenging season in 2025. Despite interest from other programs, Brister is returning for his junior year, having been recognized on the HBCU National Player of the Year watch list following a strong performance last season. The Jaguars aim to build around Brister as they prepare for the upcoming fall season.
- •Herman Brister III receives offers but chooses to stay at Southern.
- •He had 76 tackles and was a key defensive player last season.
- •Marshall Faulk emphasizes Brister's leadership qualities.
- •Brister is entering his junior season this fall.
- •He is on the HBCU National Player of the Year watch list.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Southern retains HBCU star despite NIL offers, per Marshall Faulk
"Southern University head coach Marshall Faulk speaks about retaining one of his key defensive starters despite life-changing NIL money.
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