Florida A&M Rattlers Gear Up for Homecoming Showdown Against Texas Southern

The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Rattlers are set to host the Texas Southern Tigers in their highly anticipated homecoming game this Saturday, November 2, at Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. The Rattlers, fresh from a crucial win over Southern University, are looking to extend their impressive 22-game home winning streak, which is the second-longest in the nation.

Head Coach James Colzie emphasized the significance of homecoming, noting it as a point of pride for the team, the program, and the university. However, he remains focused on keeping his players prepared amidst the extra activities and celebrations. “We can’t have any slip-ups or anything that will negate our opportunity to continue to move up in the standings,” Coach Colzie said during the weekly press conference.

The Texas Southern Tigers present a formidable challenge, particularly with their flexible quarterback system and a well-balanced offense designed to keep defenses guessing. Coach Colzie highlighted the Tigers’ ability to exploit mismatches downfield, posing a significant problem for the Rattlers’ defense.

The Rattlers’ defense has shown promising improvement, with three consecutive games featuring forced turnovers. Coach Colzie is eager to see this trend continue and believes the team’s execution on both sides of the ball has been a key factor in their recent success. He also praised special teams standout and receiver Jamari Gassett, who had a breakout performance last week and is expected to play a crucial role in the game.

The game is scheduled to kick off at 4 p.m. ET and will be streamed on ESPN+. The homecoming event is expected to draw a large and electrified crowd to Bragg Memorial Stadium, adding to the excitement and pressure of maintaining the Rattlers’ home winning streak.

With Texas Southern Head Coach Dishman reportedly fired up about being chosen as the homecoming opponent, the stage is set for an intense and competitive matchup. Coach Colzie expressed respect for his counterpart and acknowledged the challenges that Texas Southern poses, emphasizing the need for the Rattlers to stay focused and execute their game plan flawlessly.