Tyron Roberts made his name as a defensive tackle at Winston Salem State University in the late 2010s. After graduating, he pursued football professionally, taking part in Wake Forest’s pro day and drawing interest from the Atlanta Falcons. He later competed in the Canadian Football League. Today, Roberts has entered a new arena with acting. His latest project, Chad Powers, places him on screen in one of the most talked-about sports comedies.Roberts was not alone in this new chapter. Xavier Mills, who played basketball at Winston Salem State University during the same era, appears in Chad Powers as a main actor. His transition from WSSU athletics to acting mirrors Roberts’ journey and proves the versatility of HBCU graduates. For Mills, the move represents another chance to show how WSSU prepares students for all stages of life, not just athletic competition.Roberts explained the pride he felt meeting another Ram on set: “We came a long way. From star WSSU athletes in the same graduating year to standing together in Chad Powers, it shows how far we have come.”Chad Powers is more than just another comedy. Created by Glen Powell and Michael Waldron, the series is based on an Omaha Productions skit by Eli Manning. Powell plays the disgraced quarterback as he attempts to rebuild his life after a fall from college football glory.
