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FAMU football announces starters for season opener against Albany State

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

FAMU football announces starters for season opener against Albany State
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Florida A&M football has revealed its depth chart ahead of the 2026 Week 0 season opener against Albany State on Saturday, Aug. 29. Graduate student quarterback Isaiah Knowles leads the offense after a successful stint at Albany State, where he earned consecutive conference honors. Starting assignments include redshirt senior Jamal Hailey at running back, and various transfers bolstering both the offense and defense. The defensive lineup features standout Antonio Camon Jr. and middle linebacker Ryan Johnson, a transfer from the University of South Florida. FAMU aims for a solid performance to kick off the new era under head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.

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  • •FAMU faces Albany State at Ken Riley Field, Tallahassee, on Aug. 29.
  • •Isaiah Knowles, the starting quarterback, previously excelled at Albany State.
  • •Key players include Jamal Hailey at running back and Antonio Camon Jr. on defense.
  • •The depth chart includes several notable transfers boosting the team’s performance.
  • •Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. with coverage on SWAC TV.
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  • 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — FAMU football depth chart vs Albany State: Meet the starters
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FAMU football has named its starters for its 2026 Week 0 season opener against Albany State. See the Rattlers’ full depth chart for Saturday.

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