The defending champions hold the top spot. 🐶

The defending champions hold the top spot. 🐶

South Carolina State enters 2026 at No. 1. Chennis Berry has reloaded the roster, and until somebody knocks the Bulldogs off, they’re still the team to beat.

Did Ray get No. 1 right? 👇🏾 pic.twitter.com/0wLW3dnCJY

— HBCU PASS (@HbcuPass) August 25, 2026

Ray Rogers’ 2026 Preseason HBCU Power 5 🏈

1️⃣ South Carolina State
2️⃣ Alabama State
3️⃣ Prairie View A&M
4️⃣ Jackson State
5️⃣ Delaware State

That’s the list. What did Ray get right…and what would you change?

Come back every Tuesday for the updated rankings pic.twitter.com/sAroLBxlRs

— HBCU PASS (@HbcuPass) August 25, 2026