Alabama State defeated Southern University 30-17 in the inaugural Birmingham Football Classic at Legion Field on August 29, 2026
The Comeback: Southern built a 17-10 lead by halftime behind a strong performance from quarterback Christian Johnson and running back Mike Franklin.
Second Half Shutout: The Alabama State defense shut out the Jaguars in the second half, scoring 20 unanswered points to secure the win.
Coach Debut: The game marked the debut of Southern's Hall of Fame head coach Marshall Faulk, whose team fell just short in the opener