Former Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles has announced his decision to transfer to another HBCU —FAMU. This continues a familiar partnership and adding a proven winner to one of the most watched HBCU programs in the country. The move comes just weeks after Knowles’ head coach at Albany State, Quinn Gray, was named the new head coach at FAMU. It creates a direct bridge between the SIAC powerhouse and the Rattlers’ program in Tallahassee.
Knowles arrives at Florida A&M Rattlers with a résumé that reflects polish, efficiency, and sustained production. He was never a typical Division II quarterback. Knowles began his college career at the Naval Academy before he transferred to Albany State. He was already seasoned and prepared to command an offense and his performance quickly matched his potential.
His 2024 season was a breakout. Knowles threw for 2,555 yards and 32 touchdowns while completing nearly two-thirds of his passes. He protected the football, tossing just eight interceptions, and showed his ability to stretch defenses with explosive plays, including a 78-yard touchdown strike. In 2025, even as Albany State leaned into a more balanced offense, Knowles remained highly effective. He passed for 2,151 yards and 18 touchdowns with only six interceptions across ten games…