HAMPTON, Va. (Sept. 3, 2025) … Former Hampton University football standout Kendall Langford was named on Wednesday as part of the 2026 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Hall of Fame Class. The five inductees will be officially enshrined during the week of 2026 MEAC Basketball Tournament, March 11-14, in Norfolk, Virginia.

"On behalf of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, I extend my sincere congratulations to the five inductees of our 2026 Hall of Fame class," Commissioner Sonja Stills said. "The MEAC Hall of Fame stands as a tribute to careers marked by excellence, dedication, and impact, both on and off the field. These honorees embody the proud traditions and values of the MEAC, and their legacies will continue to inspire future generations of MEAC student-athletes."

Langford cemented his place in Hampton and MEAC history as one of the most dominant defensive ends to ever wear a Pirates uniform. From 2004–07, he was a relentless force on the field, finishing his career with 236 tackles (110 solo), 56 tackles for loss, 23 sacks, and a reputation for making game-changing plays. His 236 total tackles rank eighth in Hampton's record books.

Langford made an immediate impact as a freshman, posting 44 tackles and earning Freshman All-American honors, highlighted by a 30-yard fumble return for a touchdown. As a sophomore, he secured a starting role and tallied 65 tackles, with 15.5 tackles for loss, earning First Team All-MEAC honors, the first of three straight such selections. His junior season brought national recognition as an Associated Press All-American after posting 55 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, and eight sacks.

In 2007, Langford capped his collegiate career with a stellar senior season, leading the team with 72 tackles and adding 13.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, and a 22-yard interception return for a touchdown, his second career defensive score. He represented Hampton in both the East-West Shrine Game and the Senior Bowl, further solidifying his status as an NFL prospect.
Langford was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 2008 NFL Draft and went on to enjoy a 10-year professional career. He also played for the St. Louis Rams, Indianapolis Colts, and Houston Texans. Across 136 games (113 starts), he amassed 290 tackles, with 43 tackles for loss, 22.5 sacks, 47 quarterback hurries, four forced fumbles, and 20 pass deflections leaving a lasting legacy at the professional level.

Joining Langford will be: Sandra Booker (Bethune-Cookman), Dr. Riccardo Jones (N.C. Central), Khalil Rmidi Kinini (Maryland-Eastern Shore) and Tywain McKee (Coppin State).

The MEAC Hall of Fame highlights former student-athletes, coaches, university and conference administrators, and notable contributors who have enriched the conference's legacy since its inception in 1970. Enshrinees are selected by an eight-person committee of administrators and member institution representatives.

Tickets are now available to purchase for the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The ceremony will take place at the Norfolk Marriott Waterside Hotel in Norfolk, VA, on Thursday, March 12. Fans may purchase individual tickets for $65 or a table of eight for $500. To purchase your tickets click here.