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Savannah State vs SC State game
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The gist
SC State Bulldogs host Savannah State Tigers in season opener Saturday at 6 p.m. in Orangeburg. The reigning HBCU national champions aim to start 2026 with a win.
Background
South Carolina State won the HBCU national championship in last year's Celebration Bowl, and they open the 2026 season at home against Savannah State. Savannah State begins a new era under head coach Thomas Howard. The game is part of HBCU Football Week 0 schedule.
How it unfolded
- Aug 23, 2026SC State held Press and Picture Day at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, a week before the opener.
- Aug 26, 2026Savannah State announced the Tigers will start the season at SC State, with Thomas Howard era beginning.
- Aug 28, 2026SC State officials detailed game-day logistics: tickets required, Bulldog Walk at 3:35 p.m., white-out request.
- Aug 29, 2026Game day: SC State hosts Savannah State at 6 p.m. at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- BC+ model predicts SC State will win 38-10, possibly scoring over 40 points.
Still unverified
The BC+ prediction is a model projection, not an official outcome.