Tag: SWAC

Bethune-Cookman Bounces Back in a Big Way, Runs Past Stetson 43-18

Brandon King

Image via Bethune-Cookman Athletics DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Bethune-Cookman University responded to its season-opening loss with a statement performance Saturday night, as the Wildcats defeated Stetson 43-18 in the first meeting between the two programs. After being held to just six points against UCF in Week 1, Bethune-Cookman found its offensive rhythm against the Hatters and exploded for 29 fourth-quarter points to pull away. The Wildcats improved to 1-1 on the season, while Stetson fell to 0-2. Bethune-Cookman 43, Stetson 18 Team 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q Final Stetson 3 7…

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No. 22 Houston Runs Wild, Blasts Southern 77-6

Brandon King

HOUSTON — Southern University endured a long night at TDECU Stadium on Saturday, falling to No. 22 Houston 77-6 as the Cougars dominated from the opening quarter through the final whistle. Houston scored touchdowns on each of its first 11 possessions and produced 591 total yards, including 388 rushing yards. Southern managed just 121 total yards and four first downs.  The 71-point defeat marked Houston’s largest margin of victory since a 95-21 win over SMU in 1989.  Final Score Team 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q Final Southern 0 0 6 0…

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Reggie Barlow Says HBCUs Should Get at Least $1 Million for “Money Games”

Brandon King

Image via the Nashville Post The beginning of the college football season is rife with lopsided matchups that end in blowouts as schools bludgeon overmatched, lower tiered opponents.  Many times HBCUs are often fodder in these games, as the financial constraints the schools are already saddled with necessitate they are a piñata in these gridiron beatdowns in order to garner the payouts that can largely fund their athletics.  Even other HBCU’s are not immune to to being punching bags for their higher division counterparts as there are several of these…

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Prairie View A&M Defeats Texas Southern 52-14 in Labor Day Classic

Brandon King

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas — Prairie View A&M scored 28 points in the third quarter and defeated Texas Southern 52-14 on Sunday at Panther Stadium in the Southwestern Athletic Conference opener for both teams. The Panthers improved to 1-0 in SWAC play after losing 49-30 to No. 5 Tarleton State in their season opener. Texas Southern fell to 1-1 overall and 0-1 in conference play. Prairie View led 17-7 at halftime before pulling away in the third quarter. Prairie View Pulls Away After Halftime Prairie View took an early lead when…

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Alcorn State Taken to the Woodshed by Southern Miss, 49-3

Brandon King

Alcorn State had a night to forget Saturday, as the Braves were dominated from start to finish in a 49-3 loss to Southern Miss. It was actually the Braves who drew first blood. After Elijah Ruffin intercepted an Ethan Hampton pass, Alcorn State turned the takeaway into three points on Kenyon Bowser’s 22-yard field goal, giving the Braves a 3-0 lead. Unfortunately for Alcorn State, that lead represented the high point of the afternoon for the Braves—and the closest the game would be—as Southern Miss scored the next 49 points.…

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Bethune-Cookman trounced 73-6 by Central Florida in season opener

Brandon King

ORLANDO, Fla. — UCF opened the 2026 season with a historic display of dominance Thursday night, overwhelming Bethune-Cookman 73-6 in one of the most lopsided results in the Knights’ recent history. The defeat marked a difficult season debut for the Wildcats, who struggled to match UCF’s pace on either side of the ball. UCF quickly amassed a 21-0 lead in the first quarter, setting the tone with an explosive start and maintaining control throughout the game. The Knight built a 38-0 lead at the break and despite the second half…

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Claudin Cherelus Makes Carolina Panthers’ 53-Man Roster, Keeps Alcorn State on the NFL Map

Brandon King

Former Alcorn State linebacker Claudin Cherelus has officially made the Carolina Panthers’ 53-man active roster, giving the SWAC another representative on an NFL roster heading into the 2026 season. Cherelus’ journey to this point is a testament to perseverance. After going undrafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, Cherelus signed with the New York Jets before being released during final roster cuts. Carolina claimed him off waivers shortly afterward, giving the Alcorn State product an opportunity to continue his NFL career. Now, three years later, Cherelus has established himself in Carolina.…

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From UPS to Division I: David Jones’ Inspiring Journey to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Before earning an opportunity to play Division I football, Jones was working at UPS while continuing to chase his football dreams. That grind eventually led him to Livingstone College, where he continued developing as a defensive lineman and putting himself in position for the next opportunity. Now, that opportunity has arrived. Jones is transferring to Mississippi Valley State University, where he will continue his football career at the Division I level with the Delta Devils. His story is about much more than football. It’s about continuing to work toward a…

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Florida A&M Opens Quinn Fordham Gray Sr Era With 20-7 Win Over Albany State

Brandon King

The FAMU Rattlers and new coach Quinn Gray opened their season Saturday, Aug. 28, against Albany State at Bragg Memorial Stadium.( image via Sarah Cheatham) Florida A&M opened the Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. era in winning fashion Saturday night, defeating Albany State 20-7 at Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium. The victory was especially significant for Gray, who faced his former program in his first game as FAMU’s head coach. Gray previously led the Albany State Golden Rams for the previous three seasons before taking over the Rattlers program.…

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Alabama State Rallies Past Southern, 30-17, in Inaugural Birmingham Football Classic

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Alabama State opened the 2026 football season with a statement, rallying from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Southern University 30-17 in the inaugural Birmingham Football Classic at historic Legion Field on Saturday. The Hornets entered the season ranked No. 4 in the preseason Black College Football Poll after going 10-2 in 2025, while Southern was beginning a new era under Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk. (https://www.wsfa.com⁠) Southern controlled much of the first half. Mike Franklin opened the scoring with a 30-yard touchdown run, and…

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