WATCH: FAMU beat writer G. Thomas reacts to first day of training camp.
FAMU football had its first practice of training camp on Aug. 1, 2025.
Florida A&M football started training camp on Friday, August 1, focusing on reading and reacting to plays.The quarterback competition is underway, with all five quarterbacks receiving reps in the first practice.The offense initially outperformed the defense in a competition period, but the defense responded strongly with its pass rush.Standout players and newcomers made notable plays, including touchdown catches and impressive defensive efforts.Head Coach James Colzie III emphasized the need to minimize penalties, a recurring issue from the previous season.
The cleats were in the grass, and the whistles were blowing on Friday, Aug. 1.
That means Florida A&M football began its training camp practice in preparation for the 2025 season, which opens against Howard on Aug. 30’s Orange Blossom Classic at Miami Gardens’ Hard Rock Stadium.
The Rattlers used their grass practice field on Friday instead of performing on Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium’s turf. It was the first time FAMU used the practice field since the 2023 season, which ignited enthusiasm from second-year head coach James Colzie III.
“It was exciting to get back on some grass,” Colzie told the media after Friday’s practice. “I thought it was a good day for the most part. But we still got a lot of work to do.”
Friday was a non-contact day for the Rattlers in Tallahassee’s sizzling 90-degree weather.
The opening practice for the 2025 season primarily focused on reading and reacting to plays.
“Today was a detail day for us,” Colzie explained. “It’s about steps and eyes. The majority of the time, we were stepping and looking at the right things. And then the other times when we weren’t, it…
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Publish date : 2025-08-01 21:37:00
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