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Tennessee State and Jackson State will meet on Aug. 29, 2026, at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium for the John A. Merritt Classic, reviving a storied rivalry that last played in Memphis and celebrating the coaching career of John Merritt.
The 2026 John A. Merritt Classic between Tennessee State and Jackson State will be played at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium after an NFL preseason game forced a venue change, with university leaders celebrating the event’s legacy.
Tennessee State and Jackson State will kick off their 2026 football campaign in Nashville, honoring a legendary coach and preserving a historic rivalry.