Monday SWAC Morning QB: SWAC Week 2 Football Recap — HBCU Grid Showdown
Here’s how the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) fared in Week 2 of the 2025 college football season:
- Alabama State 30, Southern 7
- Alabama A&M 41, Alcorn State 31
- Bethune-Cookman 3, Miami 45 (non-conference)
- Jackson State 20, Southern Miss 38 (non-conference)
- Mississippi Valley State 3, Tarleton State 59 (non-conference)
- Grambling State 0, Ohio State 70 (non-conference, FBS power)
- Arkansas-Pine Bluff 17, Central Arkansas 41 (non-conference)
- Texas Southern 3, California 35 (non-conference)
- Florida A&M 14, Florida Atlantic 56 (non-conference)
SWAC Conference Action: Standouts & Storylines
Alabama A&M Tops Alcorn State
In what quickly turned into a shootout, Alabama A&M edged Alcorn State 41–31. The Bulldogs showed offensive firepower early, securing a key win that sets a tone for their SWAC East ambitions
Alabama State Dominates Southern
Alabama State’s 30–7 victory over Southern demonstrated both defensive strength and consistent execution—an impactful performance that builds momentum heading into SWAC play.
HBCU Power Rankings & Rattler Insights
According to a recent HBCU Football Power Rankings roundup:
- Jackson State holds steady at the top.
- Alabama State, Prairie View A&M, and Alabama A&M also appear among the HBCU elite.
- Florida A&M (FAMU), meanwhile, is flagged as “in serious trouble,” with an offense described as “fangless.”
That harsh assessment speaks volumes after FAMU’s non-conference blowout loss to FAU (14–56), highlighting an urgent need for offensive adjustments.
At-a-Glance SWAC Week 2 Breakdown
Team | Result | Key Takeaways |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama A&M | W 41–31 vs. Alcorn State | Offensive efficiency; Big early statement |
| Alabama State | W 30–7 vs. Southern | Defensive dominance; building SWAC East momentum |
| Florida A&M | L 14–56 vs. FAU | Struggled on both sides; offense needs snap-back |
| Others (Nat’l Opp) | Losses vs. Power FBS | Expected results but development opportunities |
Looking Ahead: What the SWAC Must Watch
- Alabama A&M’s Rise: With a strong SWAC debut, they may become early contenders in the East.
- Alabama State’s Consistency: If their defense holds up, the Hornets could steadily climb the conference standings.
- FAMU’s Offensive Resurrection: After being labelled “fangless,” Rattler fans will be eager to see if the offense finds rhythm in Week 3.
