This past week, Ole Miss football historically announced the addition of Alcorn State to their future schedule, making this the first meeting between the in-state schools.
The Rebels will host the Braves for the first time in program history on Sept. 9, 2028. This will be the first ever historically Black college and university (HBCU) and Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) opponent that Ole Miss has faced on their turf.
“This is a matchup that we’ve been working on for quite some time, and I want to thank Alcorn State (athletics director) Derek Horne, a good friend and great Rebel, for helping make this happen,” said Keith Carter, Ole Miss vice chancellor for intercollegiate athletics.