Rise of the Classics: HBCU Football Kicks Off Weekend One

This week on The Gathering of Old Men Podcast, we set the tone for the 2025 HBCU football season—one packed with tradition, rivalry, and pageantry. From the season-opening MEAC/SWAC Challenge to the uncaged classics and regional bragging rights, we’ll examine the meaning behind every kickoff and spotlight games that promise to light up the weekend.