FAMU's offensive ineptitude results in 7-6 loss to Jackson State in the Orange Blossom Classic

For the first time under coach Willie Simmons, Florida A&M was held without a touchdown. https://t.co/tE6DVNmWzt

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 6, 2021

FAMU loses a messy (but entertaining) Orange Blossom Classic to Jackson State. https://t.co/RXG8uXLqjL

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 5, 2021

Rattlers defense shines while offense struggles to find groove in 7-6 loss to Jackson State https://t.co/doYPEDdvjj

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Jackson State football squeeze past FAMU, 7-6, to open Season 2 under Deion Sanders https://t.co/gaWfOVSeqb

— CL Sports (@CLSports) September 5, 2021

Jackson State Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers football video highlights, score https://t.co/PrlCTyCiMh

— CL Sports (@CLSports) September 5, 2021

Rattlers drop low-scoring game in Orange Blossom Classic.#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt https://t.co/P1lu1y0QcL

— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 6, 2021

Tennessee State University's Band & Grambling State Half-Time Show at the Black College Hall of Fame Classic 2021

World Famed Tiger Marching Band & Aristocrat Of Bands Perform At Grambli... https://t.co/jrE00zDBkc via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 6, 2021

2021 Orange Blossom Classic, FAMU Marching 100 Zero Quarter & Half-Time Show

My Rattlers lost to Jackson State but the good thing about FAMU is the band always made you feel like a winner https://t.co/EhS8X40uUl

— Michael Lee (@MrMichaelLee) September 5, 2021

Jackson State University Field Show at 2021 Orange Blossom Classic

BREAKING NEWS: RattlerNation is Officially Ready!!

#OBC21: Beat us there, don’t meet us there! We are hours away from the kick-off! Can’t make it to the game? Don’t forget we are live on ESPN! pic.twitter.com/uIQuK8FT4N

— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) September 5, 2021

#OBC21: It is game day and we are striking from the top all day long! #FAMUGameDay pic.twitter.com/i4jw1xUhOs

— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) September 5, 2021

Rattlers made it to Hard Rock!#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt pic.twitter.com/mkWqLJmybj

— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 5, 2021

It’s Game Day! Don’t meet us there, beat us there. Quote a 💯‼️ if you’re ready to see the Incomparable today!! pic.twitter.com/kSzmBFMtzs

— FAMU's Marching 100 (@THEMARCHING100) September 5, 2021

One of the best early FCS matchups of the year is set for today as Florida A&M takes on Jackson State (3:00 pm ET, ESPN2).

The Rattlers had the most of any team (4) on my preseason top 40 senior HBCU prospect list – including the No. 1 player in safety Markquese Bell.

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) September 5, 2021

Happy Sunday, football fans! Not only do the Seminoles open their season tonight, but so too does @FAMU_FB, playing their first conference game as a SWAC member!

Our live blog is below, which I’ll be updating, and @DomMirandaTV is boots on the ground in Miami. #FangsUp https://t.co/8e3ke7qblS

— Fletcher Keel (@FletcherWCTV) September 5, 2021

Exclusive: Biden-Harris Administration Announces White House Initiative targeting HBCUs

HBCUs are the stomping ground for Black intellectuals in this country. As a proud alum of ⁦@FAMU_1887⁩ , I’m thankful to @POTUS and @VP for their leadership and continuing to support these storied institutions. https://t.co/SbMK3FY4WP

— Vincent Evans (@VinceEvans46) September 3, 2021

Livingstone Football drops season opener in tough loss to Clark Atlanta 13-10

Glory to God🙏🏽 hit a game winning field goal in my first game back after 2 years🤞🏽🏈 told y’all this year is gonna be the best one yet, tune in pic.twitter.com/jaVPLUmCQf

— Carlos Saldana ✈️ (@Csaldana_91) September 4, 2021

Livingstone Football drops season opener in tough loss to Clark Atlanta 13-10 https://t.co/dXuQNey3hF

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Morehouse Crushed by West Alabama 48-7

Morehouse Crushed by West Alabama 48-7 https://t.co/rn0Z5gn7hZ via @ktmoze

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Savannah State takes its lumps at No. 6 Valdosta State, moves on to Livingstone this week

Savannah State takes its lumps at No. 6 Valdosta State, moves on to Livingstone this week https://t.co/zir3wNqigB via @SavannahNow

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

MEAC Responds to Coach Deion Sanders' SWAC Merger Comments

MEAC Responds to Coach Deion Sanders' SWAC Merger Comments https://t.co/IUTkEkVUji via @ktmoze

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Marquette Women’s Basketball Announces The 2021-22 Non-Conference Schedule; Alcorn State and Southern have dates.

Marquette Women’s Basketball Announces The 2021-22 Non-Conference Schedule https://t.co/OUfy4OtjcH via @AnonymousEagle

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

SIAC Scoreboard, Week #1

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— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) September 5, 2021

Benedict Tigers Down Allen In Carolinas Classic, 45-12

ICYMI:@BenedictEDU @benedict_tigers #GoTigersBC #TheBESTofBC #DigDeep #Protec22heJunglehttps://t.co/vxqBameC6u

— BenedictTigersFB (@GoTigers_BC) September 5, 2021

Tigers Down Allen In Carolinas Classic, 45-12 https://t.co/slTOWidV8C

— BC Tigers Athletics (@benedict_tigers) September 5, 2021

🏟BIG WINS and tough losses in week 1️⃣ #LeadersRiseHere @benedict_tigers 45 @auyellowjackets 12 pic.twitter.com/q6HlOQoP8I

— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) September 5, 2021

QB David Wright III passed for a game high 196 yards, throwing two touchdowns. WR Jayden Horace led all receivers with six receptions for 100 yards with one touchdown. @auyellowjackets vs. @benedict_tigers

RECAP 👇 https://t.co/EcykkCcJRL pic.twitter.com/CXpLUMXTGc

— Allen University Athletics (@auyellowjackets) September 5, 2021

Our team fought hard last night next game will be ours pic.twitter.com/WQK8cNFooe

— Allen University Athletics (@auyellowjackets) September 5, 2021

2021 CIAA Football: Weekly Report #1

2021 CIAA Football: Weekly Report https://t.co/VDsjVqhFyH

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

#CIAAFB Week 1️⃣ Final Scores pic.twitter.com/GkWzWmfctt

— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) September 5, 2021

3 PM ET on ESPN2: Orange Blossom Classic - Jackson State Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers, Miami Gardens, FL

Rattler Nation, it's finally here. 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬!

⏱ 3PM
📍 Hard Rock Stadium
📺 ESPN2 (https://t.co/eTuBeV25pz)
📻 https://t.co/HF1uSrYCmA…#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt pic.twitter.com/NHa8yJMoah

— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 5, 2021

Fans that want to listen to today’s game can tune into the Rattler Sports Network as Mike Thomas and Al Chester call the game from Hard Rock Stadium. #FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt https://t.co/dVhZkUSKmY

— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 5, 2021

"We want to tell our kids that we can do everything they do at any other institution..why not us? Your dream will come true."@FAMU_FB is in Miami and ready for kickoff tomorrow afternoon!#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/kZMORmq7o3

— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) September 5, 2021

𝗥𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞!!

Tomorrow afternoon we hit the game field for the first time since 2019 at 3 PM in Hard Rock Stadium.

Find out where to watch, listen, and follow along below ⬇️#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt https://t.co/7OBA0GDUao

— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 4, 2021

In their first game since 2019, FAMU faces Deion Sanders and the Jackson State Tigers. Here's how to follow live on TV and online. https://t.co/SUd0kKTIqf

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 5, 2021

Inside the Numbers: FAMU-Jackson State https://t.co/bH2MxZjMEl

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 5, 2021

Forget all the fluff with the @orangeblossomfc. Here are "Just the Facts." #FAMU #JacksonState https://t.co/8rva047zqF

— Married 2 the Game (@married2game1) September 5, 2021

Game 🏈 Day!
FAMU vs Jackson St in Orange Blossom Classic.
🏟 Hard Rock Stadium
⏰ 3 pm
📺 ESPN2
Preview: Deion Sanders’ highly-touted quarterback son to debut vs. FAMU in Orange Blossom Classichttps://t.co/3wOPraUSPx ⁦@MiamiHerald⁩ ⁦@HeraldSports⁩ #FAMU #JacksonSt pic.twitter.com/4ogLoCzZBa

— Michelle Kaufman (@kaufsports) September 5, 2021

One of the best early FCS matchups of the year is set for today as Florida A&M takes on Jackson State (3:00 pm ET, ESPN2).

The Rattlers had the most of any team (4) on my preseason top 40 senior HBCU prospect list – including the No. 1 player in safety Markquese Bell.

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) September 5, 2021

Jackson State football vs. FAMU in Orange Blossom Classic: Scouting report, prediction https://t.co/qOIkzJyT6Y

— CL Sports (@CLSports) September 4, 2021

3 Keys to Victory for Jackson State and FAMU (via @pastorddp) https://t.co/I0BvegEg3H

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

The @orangeblossomfc is now being discussed on Capitol Hill. U.S. Congressmen @RepAlLawsonJr and @BennieGThompson having a dining bet for the game. #OrangeBlossomClassic @HCWillieSimmons @KortneG https://t.co/AlipDqsM2s

— RattlerNews.com (@RattlerNews) September 4, 2021

4 PM ET on NFL Network: BCFHOF Classic - Tennessee State Tigers vs. Grambling State Tigers at Canton, Ohio

Welcome to the 2021 @BCFHOF Classic Weekend!

Visiting Canton over the next few days for the festivities? Here's our handy Fan Guide to everything #BCFHOFClassic21 related:https://t.co/hfTTYV084a pic.twitter.com/AstU5Z545K

— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) September 3, 2021

Yes! We have a game today.
⁦@GSU_TIGERS⁩ and ⁦⁦@TSU_Tigers⁩
⁦@ProFootballHOF⁩
⁦@BCFHOF⁩
4pm ET ⁦@nflnetwork⁩ pic.twitter.com/EhubVcY3gW

— Andrew Siciliano (@AndrewSiciliano) September 5, 2021

We greet you from the Black College Football Hall of Fame. TSU vs. Grambling. This is an honor as we continue to highlight HBCUs and Black excellence. pic.twitter.com/aUSK6UH4Om

— Dr. Glenda Glover (@gloverpres) September 5, 2021

It’s about the power and the hate that comes with wearing that “G”. Game 1️⃣#GramFam #ThisIsTheG@GSU_TIGERS @RickGallot @TrayveanScott @GSUCoachFobbs pic.twitter.com/hwMIj4F5x5

— Grambling State University Football (@GSUFootball01) September 5, 2021

Grambling, Tennessee State players to watch in Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic https://t.co/RpxfxcmdyW via @cantonrepdotcom

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Grambling aims to put on a show in Canton under football legend Eddie Robinson's protege https://t.co/Im6bAC16rg via @cantonrepdotcom

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Tennessee State football vs. Grambling State: Scouting report, prediction https://t.co/QNGdgIYu4M via @tennessean @TSUTigersFB @TSU_Tigers @BCFHOF
#bigbluerising

— Mike Organ (@MikeOrganWriter) September 5, 2021

The Black College Football Hall of Famers are here at the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic Fun Fest.💫 @ProFootballHOF
#BCFHOF #Legends #History pic.twitter.com/ihYAmkAvGj

— BlackCollegeFootball (@BCFHOF) September 4, 2021

Canton, Ohio pic.twitter.com/BvUsdWWluz

— Satellite Totten (@satellitetotten) September 5, 2021

Two Hall of Famers, Coaches Joe Taylor and Willard Bailey, at the College Hall of Fame induction weekend in Canton, Ohio. @VAUnion1865 @vuupresident @VUUNAAInc @CIAAForLife pic.twitter.com/LijksPxofl

— Virginia Union Sport (@VUUPanthers) September 4, 2021

Can't think of a better place to begin my 36th year of covering football than the Pro Football Hall of Fame Stadium. pic.twitter.com/iIxv4ST5kl

— Mike Organ (@MikeOrganWriter) September 5, 2021

7 PM ET on ESPNU: Boeing Red Tails Classic - Tuskegee University vs. Fort Valley State University at Montgomery, AL

We are thrilled to announce @Boeing as the title sponsor of the Red Tails Classic, where it’s more than just football. We’ll let @RobinRoberts explain#HistoryHappensHere pic.twitter.com/Yx3ROIQPnT

— Boeing Red Tails Classic (@RedTailsClassic) August 19, 2021

Dueling offenses will take the field tomorrow in the Historic Cramton Bowl for the Inaugural @Boeing Red Tails Classic! Get a preview of the game below!!

📰 https://t.co/tLkKLh9sa3#HistoryHappensHere

— Boeing Red Tails Classic (@RedTailsClassic) September 4, 2021

https://t.co/M9td7xBztk

— Tuskegee Athletics (@MyTUAthletics) September 4, 2021

Calm before the storm, see you tomorrow Golden Tiger Nation!

🏈 #Skegee 🏈#RedTailsClassic pic.twitter.com/TbwLTfvrtk

— Tuskegee Athletics (@MyTUAthletics) September 4, 2021

As the Birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement, we're excited to host the inaugural @Boeing @RedTailsClassic SUNDAY.

We'll kickoff the the season while honoring the legacy and courage of the Tuskegee Airmen! #hbcu #mymgm #montgomeryal #RedTailsClassic https://t.co/sTSZgJqQzr pic.twitter.com/I88uYdGj38

— City of Montgomery (@CityofMGM) August 30, 2021

A&T nearly pulled off a comeback against Furman (highlights)

A&T nearly pulled off a comeback against Furman. @NCATFootball @NCATAGGIES https://t.co/Nrqk7GEs8N pic.twitter.com/SZcaM57Gfg

— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 5, 2021

Sisson Leads Furman Past FCS 24th-Ranked North Carolina A&T, 29-18 https://t.co/EUKvvFwZAQ

— Furman Football (@PaladinFootball) September 4, 2021

FB Final / Furman 29 - NCA&T 18 pic.twitter.com/TQKHd4vgt9

— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 4, 2021

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— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 4, 2021

NCA&T FB / Furman 10 - NCA&T 3/ HALF pic.twitter.com/cqwu32hVyv

— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 4, 2021

The Southern Heritage Classic is back. Here's a look at what's planned (Video Highlights)

The game between Jackson State and Tennessee State will feature two prominent NFL greats coaching on the sidelines. Here's a look at all of the events surrounding the Southern Heritage Classic. https://t.co/vD1lep1mLA

— Commercial Appeal (@memphisnews) September 5, 2021

Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South Marching In the 2021 Or... https://t.co/skg3xb5xhB via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Tennessee State University - Fieldshow @ the 2021 National Battle of the... https://t.co/hLxtLHZtuh via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Alabama A&M Notches Thrilling 42-41 Victory Over South Carolina State in Front of 12,300 (Highlights)

'We are champions, we wont quit': Alabama A https://t.co/bBoSowoGH7 via @rocketcitynow

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Alabama A&M Bulldogs stamp 42-41 victory in season opener vs. South Caro... https://t.co/I2yVpWiimh via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

SC State Falls Short On The Road In Season Opener https://t.co/TsAJisyDHj

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Alabama A&M Notches Thrilling 42-41 Victory Over South Carolina State in Front of 12,300 https://t.co/MY5qX9OOFW

— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) September 5, 2021

FB: Couldn't make it to the game? We've got a surprise for you - watch it live on A&M Athletics YouTube.https://t.co/TAoIyS42BO

— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) September 5, 2021

Alabama A&M Wins A Close One Against South Carolina State! 😅
Final: Alabama 42 SC State 41
Light On Sports Players Of The Game: Alabama Qb Aqeel Glass & Alabama A&M Rb Gary Quarles pic.twitter.com/XK88OwKWT0

— Light On Sports (@LightOnSports) September 5, 2021

Congratulations Q… #QB #WRU #BestInFCS pic.twitter.com/DmIDmjEcAo

— Coach Taylor (@CoachDT12) September 5, 2021

@Aqeel_Glass4 threw for over 400 yards and 5 TDs last night in a win for Alabama A&M over SC State. He made my son’s day this morning in IHOP by taking a picture with him. CJ made sure to let him know he was a QB also. #HBCUQB #FutureNFLProspect pic.twitter.com/dxclWVxmp8

— Coach Darius Smiley (@CoachSmiley983) September 5, 2021

Black College Football Player of the Year Spotlight: @AAMUBulldogs QB Aqeel Glass completed 28-49 for 426 yards and 5 total touchdowns in the Bulldogs win over SC State. 🏈 pic.twitter.com/Hao7a13bHH

— BlackCollegeFootball (@BCFHOF) September 5, 2021

TSU Vulnerable to Prairie View Pass, Panthers Soar in 40-17 Win

TSU Vulnerable to Prairie View Pass, Panthers Soar in 40-17 Win https://t.co/El5FaVLLBm via @ktmoze

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Panthers Pounce on Tigers in Season Opener Behind Pass and Defense https://t.co/QJD8AC8SAJ

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

Panthers Use Big Plays To Hold Off TSU In Labor Day Classic https://t.co/VAstKNMJE2

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021

UAPB SOCCER Tops Lyon College For Back to Back Road Win

#UAPBSOCCER Tops Lyon College For Back to Back Road Win https://t.co/YSKDUKscGk

— Golden Lions Athletics (@UAPBLionsRoar) September 5, 2021

Brigham set to lead Lane College Track and Field program

Brigham set to lead Track and Field program https://t.co/gTjnxprY4Z

— Lane College Dragons (@LaneAthletics) August 18, 2021

Lane College announces 2021 Hall of Fame Class

Lane College announces 2021 Hall of Fame Class https://t.co/zYzgXkk1Rh

— Lane College Dragons (@LaneAthletics) August 10, 2021

UAPB Football Season Debut a Success with Victory Over Lane College

#UAPBFootball Season Debut a Success with Victory Over Lane College https://t.co/Xz08NK7fT3

— Golden Lions Athletics (@UAPBLionsRoar) September 5, 2021

Football drops season opener to UAPB https://t.co/yPuOckA1xX

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 5, 2021