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Florida A&M will receive a $720,000 payment for its Week 2 football game against the No. 7 Miami Hurricanes, with an additional $40,000 earmarked for the Marching 100 band, while the Rattlers prepare to face a top‑ranked opponent under uncertain quarterback conditions.
Florida A&M Rattlers debut new orange jerseys with green numbers and helmet numbers for the historic Orange Blossom Classic against South Carolina State on Sept. 6 at Hard Rock Stadium.
On August 29, 2026, Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. opened his coaching tenure with a 20‑7 victory over his former team, Albany State, while reflecting on his father’s absence and the program’s future.
The Rattlers secured a 20‑7 win over Albany State, highlighted by a dominant defensive performance and key special‑teams plays under new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.
After a brief interruption, Florida A&M University has renewed its agreement with Cumulus Media to broadcast Rattlers football games on 96.1 JAMZ FM, reviving a decades‑long tradition.
Florida A&M Rattlers open the 2026 season against Albany State, a clash that pits Division I experience against a revamped Division II squad.
Florida A&M Rattlers have released their 2026 depth chart, spotlighting new quarterback Isaiah Knowles, running back Jamal Hailey and a defensive line anchored by Antonio Camon Jr. and Mazio Randall.
From the shadow of a legendary high school coach to the bright lights of Tallahassee, Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. steps onto the sideline at Ken Riley Field, ready to write the next chapter of his family's football story.
Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. views the upcoming Albany State game as a regular‑season contest that counts toward the Rattlers’ record, drawing on his former team’s experience and a history of close contests.
The Florida A&M Rattlers open the 2026 season on August 29 against Albany State, led by first‑year head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., who brings a championship pedigree from Albany State. The Rattlers face a 12‑game schedule that is fully televised, return key players, and navigate an NCAA postseason ban while targeting a winning record.
Florida A&M Rattlers concluded a preseason training camp with a mock game at Bragg Memorial Stadium, highlighting turnovers, breakout performances by Kieren Jackson and Armand Burris, and a confident Isaiah Knowles as the team prepares to open the 2026 season against Albany State on Aug. 29.
Mike Peterson Jr., a redshirt freshman wide receiver, has quickly become one of the most talked‑about players during Florida A&M’s preseason camp. His ascent is rooted in a familiar relationship with first‑year head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. and receivers coach Ron Dugans, who recruited him after seeing his work ethic and skill set. At 6‑foot‑1 and 170 pounds, Peterson combines speed with a knack for creating separation and making contested catches, traits that have earned him praise from teammates and coaches alike. The Rattlers’ receiving corps, which boasts 15 players, blends veteran transfers with promising freshmen such as Kieren Jackson, Quan Lee and Corey ‘Deuce’ Petty, giving Peterson a deep pool of talent to complement. The team is using the next few weeks to iron out consistency and chemistry, highlighted by a mock scrimmage scheduled for August 22, before opening the 2026 season against Albany State and other SWAC opponents. Beyond the field, Peterson stresses the importance of being a good teammate and a positive influence, a mindset shaped in part by his father, former Jaguar Mike Peterson Sr., who also shared a locker room with Coach Gray.
The annual Kickoff Luncheon hosted by the FAMU Rattler Boosters on August 22 blends community celebration with fundraising, ahead of the Rattlers’ season opener against Albany State.
After the NCAA granted Nay’Ron Jenkins an additional season, the former Rattlers captain will rejoin the lineup, bringing his proven tackle record and leadership under new coordinator Ryan Lewis Sr.
Florida A&M University will reactivate its iconic touchdown cannon for the 2026 football season, reviving a tradition that dates back to 1986 and celebrating the team's upcoming schedule of HBCU rivalries.
The university is shifting all 2026 football games to television and streaming platforms, ending a long‑standing radio partnership and sparking disappointment among fans.
Florida A&M announced that Isaiah Knowles will lead the 2026 roster as its starting quarterback, highlighting his SIAC Offensive Player of the Year honors, a national championship, and a move that sets up a season‑opening showdown with his former team.
Florida A&M’s football squad opened its first full‑pad training session on Aug. 5, 2024, setting the tone for a schedule that includes a preseason scrimmage, multiple SWAC matchups and a homecoming showdown.
Redshirt senior Jamal Hailey will anchor Florida A&M’s high‑tempo offense in 2026, building on a 157‑yard, three‑touchdown game and a new fast‑paced scheme under Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.
Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. will join ESPN's Paul Finebaum on August 4 to talk about Florida A&M's upcoming football campaign, his championship background, and the team's schedule.
Florida A&M head coach Quinn Gray has reinstated an old‑school preseason practice of housing the team in Sampson Hall dormitory, a move inspired by his former coach Billy Joe, to deepen bonds before the 2026 season.
After a 5‑7 finish and an NCAA academic ban, Florida A&M’s football program is reshaping its roster and leadership as it prepares for the 2026 season.
Florida A&M University’s 2026 preseason camp, led by head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. and quarterback Isaiah Knowles, blends a revamped offensive scheme with a competitive secondary, all while navigating an NCAA postseason ban and aiming for top SWAC and FCS rankings.
Florida A&M opens its 2026 campaign on Aug. 29 against Albany State, with coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. evaluating a revamped roster, a competitive wide‑receiver group and a deep defensive end pool.