One of the most recognizable matchups in HBCU football is officially back on the calendar. Tennessee State and Florida A&M (FAMU) will renew their historic rivalry beginning Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, marking the first meeting between the programs since 2017 and the start of a two-game home-and-home series that will stretch into the 2027 season. Tennessee State Director of Athletics Dr. Mikki Allen announced the agreement Monday, setting the stage for the 56th all-time meeting between two of the most tradition-rich programs in Black college football. The Tigers will travel to Tallahassee in 2026 before hosting the Rattlers in Nashville in 2027 as
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