Top 5 Must-Watch HBCU Football Games in Week 1

The HBCU football season kicks off this weekend with an exciting lineup of games that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats. With high stakes and intense matchups, Week 1 is set to be a thrilling start to the season.

One of the standout games to watch is the clash between Clark Atlanta and Fort Valley State. Clark Atlanta, under new head coach Teddy Keaton, will be looking to make a statement in their season opener against a tough Fort Valley State team. With reigning SIAC Player of the Year David Wright leading the charge, the Panthers will have their work cut out for them against the Wildcats, who finished strong last season under head coach Shawn Gibbs.

In another exciting matchup, defending Celebration Bowl champions Florida A&M will take on South Carolina State in a battle of MEAC contenders. Florida A&M showed their resilience in a comeback win in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, while South Carolina State looks to make a statement under new head coach Chennis Berry.

The North Carolina Central Eagles will face off against the Alabama State Hornets in a potential preview of the Celebration Bowl. Both teams have high expectations for the season and will be looking to start strong in the Orange Blossom Classic.

Rounding out the weekend, Benedict will take on Virginia State in a showdown of SIAC powerhouses, while Johnson C. Smith battles Tuskegee in the Red Tails Classic. With so much on the line in these matchups, HBCU football fans are in for a treat as the season gets underway.