Logo of a college football team that plays in the Big Sky Conference, the Sacramento State Hornets. The school began play in 1954 and has been a member of various leagues over the years, and has amassed 7 conference titles. Notable former Hornets who have played pro football include Lorenzo Lynch, Todd Davis, John Gesek, Daimon Shelton, Ken O’Brien, Lonnie Paxton and current players DeAndre Carter and DaRon Bland.