[klg14]

Marcus Stokes is a four-star prospect who was headed to the SEC until a video of him rapping the N-word surfaced online. Now he has an HBCU offer.
https://hbcugameday.com/2023/01/25/marcus-stokes-gets-offer-from-hbcu-after-losing-florida-offer/

[Bison 4 Life]

On TMZ no less.

https://www.tmz.com/2023/01/25/ex-uf-qb-recruit-marcus-stokes-lands-hbcu-scholarship-offer-after-n-word-controversy/?adid=social-twa

[A&T AGGIE 96]

Man damn, when it rains it pours.


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[Jay_Thomas]

Quarterback Marcus Stokes has been offered a scholarship by an HBCU school after losing his scholarship offer to the University of Florida for using an anti-Black slur while singing a rap song in a video that was posted on social media.

Stokes, who is white, posted on Twitter he has received an offer from Albany State University:


https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10062970-marcus-stokes-offered-scholarship-by-hbcu-previously-said-anti-black-slur-on-video?utm_source=cnn.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=editorial

[JAG89]

I guess, all they saw was the 'four-star prospect', without actually doing any research to see why Florida let him go.

[KnuckDogg]

We are SUCH a forgiving people,,,,,,,,,,,, SMDH 

[bluedog]

OK, from what I saw from a poorly posted video. He was singing a rap song with the N-word as part of the lyrics. Maybe I'm in the minority here, but at this point in society where all this generation does this, I don't see the issue. Besides,  when has Florida or the SEC been ever been concerned with rap lyrics?

[G-Ram]

I don’t mind my school giving him an opportunity, but is he really so naive as to not know what that word means and the possible implications or consequences of what may happen if you say it. Also, If you’re not going to sign with Albany State what is your reason/purpose for posting that an HBCU made you an offer after saying the N word?

[Jay_Thomas]

OK, from what I saw from a poorly posted video. He was singing a rap song with the N-word as part of the lyrics. Maybe I'm in the minority here, but at this point in society where all this generation does this, I don't see the issue. Besides,  when has Florida or the SEC been ever been concerned with rap lyrics?

Its STILL an issue for me but also, I GET IT.  The rappers have glorified and romanticized the word so much, its like it HAS to be included in music; its in a lot of the tv programming [Miss Pat Show WARES IT OUT] so when you put it out there like that [amongst mixed company], its gonna get used LIKE WE USE IT in addition to the racists BUTTWIPEs who use it. It is what it is. I don't have to like it, and I don't but don't nobody care about what I like, do they.    IJS....

[bluedog]

OK, from what I saw from a poorly posted video. He was singing a rap song with the N-word as part of the lyrics. Maybe I'm in the minority here, but at this point in society where all this generation does this, I don't see the issue. Besides,  when has Florida or the SEC been ever been concerned with rap lyrics?

Its STILL an issue for me but also, I GET IT.  The rappers have glorified and romanticized the word so much, its like it HAS to be included in music; its in a lot of the tv programming [Miss Pat Show WARES IT OUT] so when you put it out there like that [amongst mixed company], its gonna get used LIKE WE USE IT in addition to the racists BUTTWIPEs who use it. It is what it is. I don't have to like it, and I don't but don't nobody care about what I like, do they.    IJS....

That's exactly the point I'm making. You can't get angry at the kids for doing it when it's being allowed to be sold. All of us at a certain age group have issues with it. But at the end of the day, the fault lies with us.

[klg14]

Marcus Stokes gets another HBCU offer
https://hbcugameday.com/2023/01/26/marcus-stokes-gets-another-hbcu-offer-and-thats-ok/

[KnuckDogg]

OK, from what I saw from a poorly posted video. He was singing a rap song with the N-word as part of the lyrics. Maybe I'm in the minority here, but at this point in society where all this generation does this, I don't see the issue. Besides,  when has Florida or the SEC been ever been concerned with rap lyrics?

Its STILL an issue for me but also, I GET IT.  The rappers have glorified and romanticized the word so much, its like it HAS to be included in music; its in a lot of the tv programming [Miss Pat Show WARES IT OUT] so when you put it out there like that [amongst mixed company], its gonna get used LIKE WE USE IT in addition to the racists BUTTWIPEs who use it. It is what it is. I don't have to like it, and I don't but don't nobody care about what I like, do they.    IJS....

That's exactly the point I'm making. You can't get angry at the kids for doing it when it's being allowed to be sold. All of us at a certain age group have issues with it. But at the end of the day, the fault lies with us.

True. As much as I hate that word, it's used so much in rap music, that we're basically numb about it.

[cee dog]

Welcome to the Hill It ain't personal. This is business.

[‘87 Alum]

OK, from what I saw from a poorly posted video. He was singing a rap song with the N-word as part of the lyrics. Maybe I'm in the minority here, but at this point in society where all this generation does this, I don't see the issue. Besides,  when has Florida or the SEC been ever been concerned with rap lyrics?

Prolly play the radio edited version during pregame just like they do Murder C’s hit….

[G-Ram]

https://www.asurams.edu/news/2023/gray-statement-jan-2023.php

A Statement from Head Football Coach Quinn Gray

Dear Ramily,

Let me start with a humble apology. An apology for not honoring the tradition and history of ASU and for letting many of you down. I didn't uphold the Ramily standard that I know you expect. Please know that my decision to speak with a student that did not meet your expectations was unacceptable. I only wanted the best for our team, athletes, and institution when I invited the student to visit ASU. As I say to our players, "there is a consequence to every action." The consequences of my actions brought pain to our University. I was trying to help a student get back in competition, and in my haste, I did not consider the impact the decision would have on all of you. Frankly, it wasn’t my place to use ASU as the platform for redemption in this case. I regret that I used flawed judgment. If given the opportunity, I will do better.

ASU expects excellence. The president has made it clear that my actions did not meet that standard. It was never my intent to misrepresent what ASU stands for nor to ignore the rich history of this institution. I am fully committed to the University's mission of supporting academic excellence and student success.

Being accepted into the Ramily is something that you have to earn. The Ramily embodies the spirit, authenticity, and love forged from the toil of giants before me. My actions caused you to question my commitment to our institution and our ancestors. As the consequences go, I hope to find a way back into the Ramily.

Without a doubt, I will be all in. Go Rams.

Quinn Gray, Sr.
Head Football Coach
ASU Golden Rams Football