Week 0 of the HBCU football season is in the books, and it provided some exciting season-opening games.
Tennessee State nearly knocked off Jackson State. Texas Southern upset North Carolina Central by scoring over 40 points. And Southern showed that it could play spoiler after giving Alabama State a scare in the first half of the Birmingham Classic.
USA Today ranked all 21 Division I HBCU football teams and where they stand heading into the 2026 season. Here's a look heading into Week 1:
Last week's rankings: No. 1
South Carolina State made the strongest opening statement of the HBCU season, dismantling Savannah State 87-0. The Bulldogs showed their depth and defensive dominance while immediately reminding the MEAC that they remain the team to beat.
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Tennessee State nearly knocked off Jackson State. Texas Southern upset North Carolina Central by scoring over 40 points. And Southern showed that it could play spoiler after giving Alabama State a scare in the first half of the Birmingham Classic.
USA Today ranked all 21 Division I HBCU football teams and where they stand heading into the 2026 season. Here's a look heading into Week 1:
Last week's rankings: No. 1
South Carolina State made the strongest opening statement of the HBCU season, dismantling Savannah State 87-0. The Bulldogs showed their depth and defensive dominance while immediately reminding the MEAC that they remain the team to beat.
#state #hbcu #season #week
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