Category: SWAC

Tennessee State falls to Alabama A&M in Legacy Series opener, 23-21

Brandon King

Tennessee State’s offense seemed to find its way in the second quarter, scoring 21 points and racking up 182 yards. However, the unit sputtered in the second half ( scoring no points and generating 92 yards in 33 plays) as Tennessee State was defeated by Alabama A&M in the first leg of the Legacy Series, 23-21.  Alabama A&M got on the board first with a 26-yard field goal off the foot of Victor Barbosa, caping off a 9-play, 62-yard drive, putting the Bulldogs up 3-0 at the 8:25 mark of…

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The Legacy Series: Alabama A&M Bulldogs + Tennessee State Tigers : Beyond the Game, Strategic Alignment and A Bold Vision

Brandon King

Saturday Tennessee State and Alabama A&M will renew gridiron pleasantries in the first installment of the Legacy Series, a four-year alternating home and home series that reinvigorates the long-dormant matchup. Before this agreement, the two schools had not met since September 4, 2010, a contest won by Tennessee State, 27-14.  “We’re excited to launch the ‘Legacy Series’, a celebration of the rich history and excellence of Tennessee State University and Alabama A&M. This series honors the cultural and athletic legacies that continue to inspire our HBCU community,” said Tennessee State…

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Jackson State defeats Hampton 28-14 in Labor Day Classic

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Courtesy of Jackson State Athletics 14 HU 28 Winner JSU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F HU 7 0 0 7 14 JSU 7 7 0 14 28  Ahmad Miller scored a pair of fourth quarter touchdowns and earned Offensive MVP honors in a 28-14 victory over Hampton at the Hope Labor Day Classic on Saturday extending the nation’s longest streak to 11 games. With the game tied at 14-all in the fourth quarter, Jackson State (1-0) used a 12-play, 82-yard drive to take a one-score lead on a two-yard from Miller.…

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Alabama State comes up short in shootout with UAB, 52-42

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Image via Alabama State Athletics Courtesy of Fred Sington, Alabama State Athletics 42 ASU 52 Winner UAB Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F ASU 7 14 7 14 42 UAB 10 7 21 14 52 Alabama State football opened its 2025 campaign in explosive fashion Thursday night, pushing UAB to the wire in a 52-42 setback at Protective Stadium. Quarterback Andrew Body led the Hornets with a dazzling dual-threat performance, throwing for 312 yards and four touchdowns on 18-of-24 passing while adding 119 yards rushing and a 60-yard score on the ground. His efforts helped ASU pile…

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Should Tennessee State follow Tennessee Tech’s Lead by Leaving the OVC and Seek Expansion Membership in a Different Conference? As a Member of the SWAC, what would a Tennessee State Football Schedule Reveal in 2026?

Brandon King

Since Eddie George, former NFL star and current head coach at Tennessee State University, made his comment about the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) being a “dying conference” in 2021, the OVC has indeed seen a notable shift in membership. As of 2023, the OVC has lost several schools, and his comment has proven to be somewhat prophetic in highlighting the conference’s struggles with realignment and stability. Here’s a breakdown of the schools that have left or are set to leave the OVC since that remark: 1. Tennessee Tech (2026) –…

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Jackson State partners with HOPE for Labor Day Classic

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Courtesy of Jackson State Athletics  The Jackson State University Division of Athletics and the JSU Tiger Fund Athletic Foundation announced a partnership with HOPE for the 2025 football season with the 2025 HOPE Labor Day Classic on Aug. 30 at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium. “We are excited to partner with HOPE as the presenting sponsor of the Labor Day Classic,” Jackson State Vice President & Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson said. “This is an exciting time to be a Tiger as we welcome Hampton to start the season. I want to thank…

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Jackson State defensive back Shemar Hawkins named to Aeneas Williams Award watch list

Brandon King

The Preseason Watch List for the fouth annual Aeneas Williams Award was released by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. Presented by the Chicksaw Nation, the Aeneas Wiliams is presented to the best defensive back among Division I HBCU institutions, based on performance on the field, athletic ability and character.  Amongst the 15 players named to the watchlist Jackson State defensive back Shemar Hawkins. Last season the Chicago, IL native appeared in 14 games ( 5 starts) and recorded 49 tackles (33 solo), 4.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 2…

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Jackson State 17th in Stats Perform FCS Preseason Top 25 Poll

Brandon King

The Jackson State Tigers sit at no.17 in the Stats Perform FCS Preseason Top 25 rankings. JSU went 12-2, including 8-0 within the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Jackson State ended the season on a 10-game winning streak, which included winning the SWAC Championship and the HBCU national championship in the Celebration Bowl.  The Tigers ended last season ranked 18th in the polls. Jackson State opens the season on August 30th against Hampton. The teams have not met since August 31, 2008, a 17-13 win fit the Pirates.  FCS Stats Perform Preseason…

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Prairie View A&M lands three-star running back

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Three-star and class of 2026 running back Nicholas Tramble committed to Prairie View. Tremble announced his decision in a post to his X account that said, “H-town, we home baby.”  Tremble got on colleges’ radar after a freshman campaign in which he ran for 675 yards and a district-leading 10 touchdowns on just 65 carries, earning second-team All-District honors.  This past season as a junior, Tramble ran for 1,100 yards, which led the district, and 10 touchdowns, garnering all-district First Team honors.  s=46&t=NPFjWlxAzW3wZ9iBa1Vfzw Over his first three high school seasons,…

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SWAC Reveals 2025 Football TV Lineup on ESPN Platforms

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has unveiled their slate of games that will appear on ESPN’s linear and digital platform for the 2025 football season.  The 14-game docket kicks off with North Carolina taking on Southern in the 2025 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge on Saturday, August 23. Other high-profile matchups that will appear on the platform includes Howard v Florida A&M in the Invesco QQQ Orange Blossom Classic ( August 30), the BoomBox Classic which features Jackson State taking on Southern (September 27), Alabama State and Alabama A&M locking horns in the…

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