Savannah State suffers 87-0 loss to South Carolina State in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 6:48 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Savannah State opened its season with a 87-0 defeat against South Carolina State, marking a significant setback for the program. This loss is the second-worst in Savannah State's history by point margin and the fifth-largest FCS shutout since 1996. South Carolina State took control early, leading 52-0 at halftime and maintaining dominance throughout the game. It was the first game for Savannah State under new head coach Thomas Howard, who faces challenges ahead in improving the team's performance.
- •Savannah State loses 87-0 to South Carolina State in season opener.
- •The defeat is the second-worst in Savannah State history by point margin.
- •South Carolina State led 52-0 at halftime.
- •Thomas Howard faced his first game as head coach for Savannah State.
- •The shutout ranks as the fifth-largest in FCS history since 1996.
- 6:48 AMYahoo Sports — ‘What, We Lost 87-0?’ — Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe Shocked by Alma Mater Savannah State’s Blowout Week 0 Loss
"Savannah State witnessed a brutal start to the season, suffering an 87-0 road defeat against South Carolina State in its season opener. The margin was far from an ordinary loss and raised serious concerns about Savannah State’s ability to bounce back, catching the attention of the program’s alum and Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe.
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