Week 7 HBCU Football Preview: CIAA and SWAC Showdowns

Week 7 of the HBCU football season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with several key matchups on the schedule. The action kicks off with a pair of CIAA showdowns between teams vying for a spot at the top of the standings.

First up, Winston-Salem State will host Shaw in a battle of teams with identical 2-1 conference records. Both squads are looking to stay in the hunt for the CIAA championship, making this a crucial game for both sides. With Johnson C. Smith and Virginia Union still undefeated in conference play, the pressure is on for Winston-Salem State and Shaw to come away with a win.

Meanwhile, Livingstone will travel to face Fayetteville State in another pivotal CIAA matchup. Both teams are coming off strong performances, with Livingstone looking to build on their win against Elizabeth City State and Fayetteville State seeking to continue their winning ways after a thrilling overtime victory over Bowie State.

In the SIAC, Albany State will take on Miles in a battle of unbeaten conference teams. Albany State has dominated the series in recent years, but Miles is on a three-game winning streak and looking to make a statement. Both teams will be looking to secure sole possession of first place in the conference and avoid getting caught in a logjam for second place.

In the SWAC, Grambling State will face off against Alcorn State in a crucial divisional matchup. Grambling State is still searching for their first conference win of the season, while Alcorn State is looking to create separation at the top of the SWAC West standings. And finally, Southern will take on Texas Southern in another SWAC West showdown, with both teams looking to improve their conference records and stay in the hunt for a division title.

With so much on the line in Week 7, these games are sure to provide plenty of excitement for HBCU football fans. Be sure to tune in and catch all the action as these teams battle it out on the gridiron.