PVAMU Panthers prepare for landmark showdown against Michigan State

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Sept. 13, 2024) - Prairie View A&M University's football team is set for a historic showdown as they prepare to face Michigan State University on September 14, 2024. This marks the first time the Panthers will go head-to-head with the Big Ten powerhouse, and it's also a milestone for Michigan State as they face an HBCU opponent for the first time in their program's history.

With the Panthers standing at 1-1 for the season and the Spartans boasting a 2-0 record, both teams are entering uncharted territory. Head Coach Bubba McDowell is fine-tuning his strategies to take on Michigan State's formidable lineup. Key players for Prairie View, including Connor Wisham, who recorded 84 rushing yards in the last game, Shemar Savage, who led with 133 receiving yards, and defensive standout Jayven Jackson, with seven tackles, are expected to be pivotal in this highly anticipated matchup.

The contest at Spartan Stadium is generating buzz among college football fans as both teams aim to make a statement in this first-ever meeting.

Kickoff is at 2:30 PM CST, and fans can catch the game live on the Big Ten Network: Fox Sports Live.

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A modified version of this story originally appeared on PVPanthers.com.

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