Why Southern’s opener vs. Alabama State is a crucial test: ‘It’ll set the tone for the whole season’ | Toyloy Brown III

"Both teams are coming out with their heads on fire."

Southern football views its season opener vs. Alabama State as a big test of who the Jags are as a team.

Inside the significance of this matchup at 2pm CT on Saturday in Birmingham, AL ⬇️

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— Toyloy Brown III (@TJ3rd_) August 27, 2026