The Alabama State lineman had four sacks.
This past Saturday, Yulman Stadium played host to the fourth annual HBCU Legacy Bowl. Treqwan Thomas, a defensive lineman from Alabama State, was awarded defensive MVP.
With the help of his four sacks, team Robinson was able to win the game against team Gaither by a score of 17-14.
“I just did my one of 11’s, bro,” Thomas said postgame. “I did my job, my teammates did their job, and hey, I came out with four.”
The Alabama State Hornet called the game a special experience.
Congratulations to Treqwan Thomas for being crowned @hbculegacybowl MVP #SWARMAS1 pic.twitter.com/IyYio8UzVl
— Alabama State Football (@BamaStateFB) February 23, 2025
“I ain’t going to lie, I’m speechless right now. I’m sorry, I’m sorry,” Thomas said when asked how the game resonated.
At the HBCU combine, Thomas notched a 4.91-second 40-yard dash, a 30.5” vertical, and a 9’4” broad jump, according to Sports Illustrated. He appeared in 12 games in 2024, totaling 64 tackles, 12 sacks, and five forced fumbles.
Additionally, Thomas was named to the SWAC’s preseason All-First Team.