NBC Sports will air the next HBCU Pigskin Showdown on Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. on Peacock and CNBC. It is held at Marion Military Institute.

According to a press release from NBC Sports, the 2021 event 84 student-athletes performing for NFL scouts. 

“This is a great opportunity for HBCU pro prospects to get even more national exposure,” said HBCU Pigskin Showdown Executive Director and Co-Founder Chris Williams.

“We’re excited to be in the Black Belt region of Alabama and happy that the histories of Marion and Selma, Alabama will be on display as we provide a stage for these young athletes.”

The game will take place at Marion Military Institute.

Tickets will be available for purchase on Aug. 11 and can be bought at www.hbcupigskinshowdown.com.

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