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SC State vs Florida A&M game
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The gist
South Carolina State faces Florida A&M in the Orange Blossom Classic on Sunday, Sept. 6. The defending Celebration Bowl champion enters as an 18.5-point favorite.
Background
This is a matchup between two Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football programs. South Carolina State is the reigning Celebration Bowl champion and has won nine straight games, while Florida A&M is coming off a season-opening win over Albany State. The game is part of the Orange Blossom Classic, an annual HBCU showcase held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
How it unfolded
- Aug 29, 2026Florida A&M beat Albany State 20-7 in Quinn Gray's debut as head coach. South Carolina State routed Savannah State 87-0.
- Sep 2, 2026Preview articles highlight South Carolina State's nine-game winning streak and FAMU's historical head-to-head advantage (34-26-2).
- Sep 6, 2026Game day: South Carolina State vs. Florida A&M at Hard Rock Stadium, kickoff at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- South Carolina State is favored by 18.5 points, with a moneyline of -1000, reflecting their dominance as defending champions.
- Caution
- Florida A&M has won all three meetings since 2021, including a late comeback in 2024, suggesting they could cover the spread.