FAMU faces Jackson State in key SWAC matchup Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Florida A&M will visit Jackson State for a crucial SWAC game on Saturday, October 17, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. Eastern Time at Mississippi Veterans’ Memorial Stadium. FAMU aims to build on its recent 28-27 comeback victory over Alabama State, while Jackson State hopes to bounce back from a loss to Grambling State. Historically, Jackson State has a favorable record against FAMU, leading the series 14-8-2, with two consecutive wins in their last matchups.
- •FAMU enters the game with a 2-4, 1-1 SWAC record.
- •Jackson State holds a 5-1, 2-1 SWAC record.
- •Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. Eastern Time.
- •The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.
- •FAMU seeks to disrupt Jackson State's homecoming celebrations.
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