The stage is set for arguably the best showdown in the SWAC in 2025 when Alabama State football f aces Jackson State at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 11. Alabama State football earned the No. 2 in the NCAA's latest HBCU power rankings, one spot behind No. 1 Jackson State.

Week 7's rankings is the third straight Alabama State football has secured No. 2 behind Jackson State. The Hornets and the Tigers are the only teams in the SWAC East unbeaten in conference standings, setting up an intriguing situation for both teams. A win would likely put the winner in the driver's seat of the division.

Alabama State has won four straight after defeating Bethune-Cookman 52-35 Saturday, Oct. 4. Quarterback Andrew Body has been the hot topic around the SWAC this season,

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