Fayetteville State’s Jacqueline Evans Earns Roster Spot—In the NFL War Room
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — The road to Super Bowl LX just got a detour through Fayetteville. While the league’s titans prepare to clash for the Lombardi Trophy, Jacqueline Evans, the offensive analyst who helped sharpen the Broncos’ attack, isn’t watching the big game from the couch. The NFL officially tapped Evans as one of its Select 25 Teammates, sending the young coach straight to the league’s inner circle for Super Bowl Week.
From Fair Bluff to the Big Stage
This isn’t a fan sweepstakes winner. This is a business trip. Evans, a 2025 Fayetteville State graduate, earned her ticket through grit, not luck. The NFL reached out directly to bring her into the fold for Super Bowl LX, where she will embed with the NFL Family for a week of high-level operations.
Evans has been a grinder for the Broncos, climbing from a Football Intern to Game Day Operations, and finally cracking the coaching staff as an Assistant Coach and Offensive Analyst. Her fingerprints are all over the Broncos’ recent offensive schemes. Now, she trades the practice fields of North Carolina for the bright lights of the Super Bowl, engaging in behind-the-scenes operations and exclusive networking events that often serve as a launchpad for future NFL coaching careers.
“Jacqueline is one of the hardest‑working young coaches I’ve ever been around. This opportunity is a testament to her dedication, her professionalism, and her passion for the game.” — Richard Hayes, Jr., FSU Head Football Coach
“Her selection to the Super Bowl Teammate Program speaks volumes about her character… We look forward to watching her continue to grow as she pursues her goal of coaching in the NFL.” — Anthony Bennett, FSU Athletics Director
The Scout’s Take: Why This Matters
The jump from Division II to the NFL is steep, but the Super Bowl Teammate Program is a bridge builder. Evans brings a diverse resume that includes coaching wide receivers and quarterbacks at West Columbus High School. By securing this spot, she gains access to the curated panel discussions and industry spotlights that are usually closed off to outsiders.
For Evans, who begins her Master’s in Athletic Coaching later this year, this week serves as a live audition. The NFL is actively looking for the next generation of strategic minds, and Evans just walked through the front door. She’s not just representing Fayetteville State; she’s proving that top-tier football IQ isn’t limited to the Power Five conferences.
