Photos: North Carolina Central wins the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta

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Photos: North Carolina Central wins the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta

AJC photos from the 2022 Celebration Bowl between Jackson State and North Carolina Central. North Carolina Central won 31-24.

North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back and defensive MVP Khalil Baker reacts as confetti flies in the air after a 41-34 win over the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers head coach Deion Sanders, left, and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) point to the band after their overtime loss to North Carolina Central Eagles in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles players celebrate after their 41-34 win against the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard celebrates after their 41-34 win against the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back Khalil Baker and defensive MVP reacts as confetti flies in the air after their 41-34 win against the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles head coach Trei Oliver celebrates with the trophy after their 41-34 win against the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles head coach Trei Oliver celebrates with the trophy after their 41-34 win against the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers offensive lineman Demetri Jordan (72) reacts after their loss to North Carolina Central Eagles in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) react after their loss to North Carolina Central Eagles in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) and cornerback Travis Hunter (12) react after their loss to North Carolina Central Eagles in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers tight end Hayden Hagler (84) reacts after dropping a game-tying touchdown in overtime against the North Carolina Central Eagles in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers cornerback Marquis Johnson (36) reacts after they lost to North Carolina Central Eagles in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The Jackson State Tigers lost 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles offensive lineman Robert Mitchell (55) reacts after quarterback Davius Richard (not pictured) scored the go-ahead touchdown in overtime against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. The North Carolina Central Eagles won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard (11) runs for a first down against Jackson State Tigers defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams (99) during the first half in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers head coach Deion Sanders talks with safety Shilo Sanders (21) during the first half against the North Carolina Central Eagles in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Shilo is one of two sons’ of Deion playing for the Tigers. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) rolls out and scores a rushing touchdown in the second quarter against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard (11) runs for a first down against Jackson State Tigers defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams (99) during the first half in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) throws a touchdown in the first quarter against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back Latrell Collier (5) runs for yards against Jackson State Tigers linebacker Aubrey Miller (45) and linebacker Baron Hopson (47) during the first half in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) celebrates his rushing touchdown in the second quarter against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) scores a rushing touchdown in the second quarter against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back Latrell Collier (5) runs for yards against Jackson State Tigers linebacker Jurriente Davis (32) during the first half in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back J'mari Taylor (36) celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown during the second quarter against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) runs for a first down in the second quarter against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard (11) runs for a first down during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard (11) runs for a first down during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Kevin Coleman (3) runs after a catch during the first quarter against the North Carolina Central Eagles in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers head coach Deion Sanders greets cornerback Travis Hunter (12) before their game against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers head coach Deion Sanders walks around the field before their game against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back Jared Stephens (29) celebrates in the confetti after their win against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers head coach Deion Sanders walks around the field before their game against North Carolina Central in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers running back Sy'veon Wilkerson (36) is pushed out of bounds short of the touchdown by North Carolina Central Eagles linebacker Jaki Brevard (45) during overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) catches the game-tying touchdown against North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back Jason Chambers (28) during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) catches the game-tying touchdown against North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back Jason Chambers (28) during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back Latrell Collier (5, left) celebrates his touchdown run with running back J'mari Taylor (36) during the second half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back Latrell Collier (5) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles wide receiver Twan Flip (26) is tackled by Jackson State Tigers safety Shilo Sanders (21) after a catch by Flip during the second half in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles running back Latrell Collier (5) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) celebrates his touchdown catch against North Carolina Central Eagles during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) celebrates his touchdown catch against North Carolina Central Eagles during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

North Carolina Central Eagles quarterback Davius Richard (11) passes to wide receiver Twan Flip (26) during the second half against the Jackson State Tigers in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. North Carolina Central won 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) celebrates his touchdown catch with wide receivers Rico Powers (11) and Kevin Coleman Jr. (3) against North Carolina Central Eagles during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) catches a touchdown against North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back JaJuan Hudson (7) during the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta. Jackson State lost to North Carolina Central 41-34 in overtime. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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North Carolina Central Eagles defensive back and defensive MVP Khalil Baker reacts as confetti flies in the air after a 41-34 win over the Jackson State Tigers in overtime in the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Atlanta.(Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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