Tag: SIAC Football

Jackson State Mauls Edward Waters 66-14 in Dominant Home Opener

Brandon King

Image via Ayton Breckenridge/The Clarion Ledger JACKSON, Miss. — Jackson State put together a dominant performance in its 2026 home opener, overwhelming Edward Waters 66-14 Saturday night at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in the HOPE Labor Day Classic. The Tigers improved to 2-0 with the convincing victory after opening the season with a 26-24 comeback win over Tennessee State. Jackson State’s offense exploded against Edward Waters, while the defense consistently kept the visitors from finding a rhythm. The Tigers’ performance was particularly impressive considering how competitive their season opener had…

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Clark Atlanta Holds Off Morehouse, 31-21, in ATL Labor Day Classic

Brandon King

ATLANTA — Clark Atlanta University used a series of explosive plays to defeat rival Morehouse College 31-21 Saturday afternoon in the inaugural ATL Labor Day Classic at B.T. Harvey Stadium. The victory marked Clark Atlanta’s third consecutive win over Morehouse and gave the Panthers their first victory of the 2026 season. Clark Atlanta improved to 1-1 overall and 1-0 in SIAC play, while Morehouse dropped to 0-2 overall and 0-1 in conference play. An announced crowd of 9,736 watched the Atlanta University Center rivals add another chapter to a football…

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Kentucky State Makes Major Jump to No. 2 in Latest HBCU Division II Football Coaches Poll

Brandon King

Image via Kentucky State Athletics Kentucky State is making a major move up the national HBCU Division II football rankings. The Thorobreds, fresh off a dominant 41-14 over Central State, climbed four spots to No. 2 in the latest HBCU Division II Football Coaches Poll powered by BOXTOROW, signaling that national coaches are taking notice of Kentucky State’s early-season performance. Even more impressive, Kentucky State received first-place votes in the latest poll. The jump puts the Thorobreds firmly among the top teams in HBCU Division II football and gives the…

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West Alabama holds off Tuskegee 27-17 in Red Tails Classic

Brandon King

Tuskegee Golden Tigers wide receiver Jermaine Hardy, Jr. (4) catches a pass for a touchdown as West Alabama face off with Tuskegee in the Red Tails Classic at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala. on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. Image via Jake Crandall/ Montgomery Advertiser MONTGOMERY, Ala. — West Alabama opened its 2026 football season with a 27-17 victory over Tuskegee in the sixth annual Red Tails Classic on Sunday night at historic Cramton Bowl. The Tigers used a strong fourth-quarter performance to pull away from the Golden Tigers after the…

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FAMU Releases Depth Chart for 2026 Opener Against Albany State

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Florida A&M has officially released its two-deep depth chart for the 2026 season opener against Albany State, giving Rattler Nation its first look at the lineup head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. will take into Saturday night’s matchup. The Rattlers open the 2026 campaign on Saturday, August 29, at 7 p.m. ET against Albany State at Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium. Leading the way at quarterback is Isaiah Knowles, who will make his FAMU debut against his former team. Knowles previously starred at Albany State, where he won…

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Albany State Names JD Davis Starting QB for Season Opener

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Albany State has officially named Jeffrey “JD” Davis its starting quarterback for the 2026 season opener against Florida A&M. Davis won the quarterback competition following Albany State’s second preseason scrimmage and will make his Golden Rams debut Saturday night in Tallahassee. Head coach David Bowser said Davis separated himself from the competition with his poise and consistency when the pressure increased. “He showed the most poise and consistency during the last two scrimmages,” Bowser said. The announcement comes after a preseason battle that included multiple quarterbacks, with Davis competing against…

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HBCU Football Is Back: 2026 Week Zero Schedule

Brandon King

The wait is finally over as HBCU programs across the country take the field for Week Zero of the 2026 college football season. The opening slate features teams from the MEAC, SWAC, CIAA, SIAC and other HBCU conferences, with several intriguing matchups scheduled throughout the weekend. From conference showdowns to nonconference tests, Week Zero gives fans an early look at some of the teams looking to make a run in 2026. 🏈 HBCU Week Zero Schedule Thursday, Aug. 27 Friday, Aug. 28 Saturday, Aug. 29 Sunday, Aug. 30 All times…

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Making A Difference: Albany State Football Strengthens Community Ties by Adopting Nine Elementary Schools

Brandon King

Albany State Football is proving that its impact reaches far beyond the football field. The Golden Rams were recently featured by WALB News after announcing a new community initiative in which the program has adopted nine elementary schools within the Dougherty County School System. The effort aims to build meaningful relationships with local students through mentorship, encouragement, and community engagement. By connecting student-athletes with young learners, Albany State hopes to inspire academic excellence, leadership, and confidence while reinforcing the importance of education and community involvement. The initiative reflects the university’s…

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SIAC Unveils 2026 Preseason Football Honors; Edward Waters Tabbed as Championship Favorite

Brandon King

The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) has released its 2026 preseason football honors and predicted order of finish, with defending powerhouse Edward Waters entering the season as the team to beat. The Tigers not only claimed the top spot in the preseason poll, but also swept the conference’s top individual awards. Senior running back Johntarrious Thomas was named SIAC Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, while junior linebacker Trevon French earned Preseason Defensive Player of the Year honors. Edward Waters leads preseason recognition Edward Waters placed four players on the…

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South Carolina State, Johnson C. Smith Headline Inaugural 2026 Preseason Black College Football Poll

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Defending HBCU champions South Carolina State and Johnson C. Smith have been voted No. 1 in the inaugural 2026 Preseason Black College Football Poll, making history as the first programs to top the newly established national rankings. The poll, which is endorsed by the MEAC, SWAC, CIAA and SIAC, provides an official weekly ranking of HBCU football programs across NCAA Division I (FCS) and Division II. The rankings are determined by a panel of HBCU head coaches and media members and are designed to become the definitive benchmark for Black…

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