Game Times and TV Information Released for Orange Blossom Classic and FAMU at FAU
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Kickoff and broadcast information has been released for the Orange Blossom Classic between Florida A&M and Howard, and FAMU's match-up at Florida Atlantic.
The OBC will kick-off on Saturday, August 30 at 4 p.m. EST and will broadcast nationally on ESPNU.
FAMU and FAU is set for Saturday, September 6 at 6 p.m. EST and will broadcast on ESPN +.
The Rattlers and the Bison have a long-standing rivalry, with FAMU leading the all-time series 30-11. This will be the first time the teams have played since 2023, when FAMU defeated Howard 30-26 in the Celebration Bowl.
This is the second time FAMU and FAU will meet on the gridiron. The last and only meeting occurred on October 30, 2004, which FAU won 38-8.
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