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FAMU football falls to Tennessee State in close game featuring freshman QB

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:49 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

FAMU football falls to Tennessee State in close game featuring freshman QB
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Florida A&M University football lost to Tennessee State 29-26 in a Week 3 matchup on September 19 at Bragg Memorial Stadium. Freshman quarterback Armond Parker entered the game after starter Dustin Fletcher was injured in the second quarter. Parker threw for 267 yards and two touchdowns but also had a costly interception returned for a touchdown. Despite gaining more total yardage (449-390), FAMU was unable to mount a successful late-game drive as time expired. The Rattlers now look to regroup for their upcoming game against Alabama A&M on September 26.

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  • •FAMU lost to Tennessee State 29-26 on September 19.
  • •Armond Parker stepped in as quarterback after Dustin Fletcher's injury.
  • •Parker completed 14 of 25 passes for 267 yards and two touchdowns.
  • •FAMU outgained TSU in total yardage, 449 to 390.
  • •The Rattlers face Alabama A&M on September 26.
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  • 2:49 AMYahoo Sports — How FAMU football leaned on freshman QB Armond Parker in loss vs TSU
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FAMU football couldn't pull out the victory against Tennessee State in Week 3. Here's what went wrong for the Rattlers.

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