Many black quarterbacks seize success in 2019
Jake Vickers, Staff Writer
December 21, 2019
As the NFL enters its 13th week, we continue to see successful endeavors from teams like the Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks, both of which have African American quarterbacks. Lamar Jackson, the starting QB for the Ravens, is undoubtedly a top contender for MVP, solidifying himself as one of th...
NFL pass interference rule stirs controversy
Carter Davis, Staff Writer
December 20, 2019
Before the 2019 NFL season, the pass interference review rule was officially established, which has caused a lot of conflict around the league. The final rule means that pass interference reviews are granted after the two-minute warning of each half of the game and also during overtime. “The idea of the p...
Brawl between Browns and Steelers sparks controversy
Carter Davis, Staff Writer
December 20, 2019
On Nov. 14, the Steelers and Browns game ended in absolute mayhem. There was a huge brawl that ended with players from both teams being ejected, and eventually three players were suspended or fined. With only five seconds left on the clock, the Browns defensive end Myles Garret ripped the helmet...
Early College students play in Turkey Bowl
Ethan Santana, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
After winning the Early College at Guilford’s Turkey Bowl, the one thing the senior class wanted by their side to celebrate their victory was a cooler of bread. Why, you ask? “I knew we would win since we’re all about getting this bread,” said Early College student Ben Miller. “We even brought a ...
Fashion Column
Jasmin Whitsett, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Last month, Nike surprised us all by featuring Colin Kaepernick as the face of their 30th anniversary campaign. Kaepernick sparked national debate in 2016 when he took a stand against oppression by kneeling during the national anthem before a NFL game. He was calling attention to racial injustice and social...
NFL needs reform to protect its players
Elliott Rodden, Staff Writer
November 2, 2018
Ever since my dad taught me how to throw a football when I was seven years old, I have loved the sport of football. I spend most of my Sundays watching football and I believe it is a beautiful game when played well. Even so, I believe football in its current state is not sustainable long term. It is...
Hedrick shares student experience at Guilford
DaeQuan Fitzgerald, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2018
The Guilfordian sat down with Jeremiah Hedrick, a junior multi-sport student athlete at Guilford College who also serves as co-vice president of the Guilford Student Body Association. The track star and starter on the football team’s defense shared his experiences thus far at Guilford that helped mold...
Super Bowl commercials need improvement
Patrick Cassidy, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
While the Philadelphia Eagles brought in their first Super Bowl win, the commercials were not as victorious. When people watch the big game, they like to be entertained. The commercials are supposed to be funny and take your mind off daily stresses. They didn’t do that this time, with a few exceptions....
African-American athletes recognized for their success
DaeQuan Fitzgerald, Managing Editor
February 2, 2018
Among the seven core values that Guilford holds is diversity, limited not only to the student body, but into athletics as well. In recognition of Black History Month, The Guilfordian will acknowledge the efforts of our African-American student-athletes and their efforts in both their academics and their...
