Alabama A&M Defeats Grambling State 22-17

South Alabama secured a narrow 24-22 victory over Louisiana-Lafayette, highlighted by Gio Lopez's two rushing touchdowns and a crucial stop on a two-point conversion in the final moments. The Jaguars led 24-3 at halftime but faced a fierce fourth-quarter comeback from the Ragin' Cajuns, who scored 19 unanswered points before failing to convert a pivotal two-point attempt. Meanwhile, Alabama A&M overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Grambling State 22-17, marking their third consecutive win in the historic rivalry. The Bulldogs rallied with 19 unanswered points in the second half, led by Donovan Eaglin's impressive 123 rushing yards, and secured the victory with a late safety and field goal from Victor Barbosa. Both teams improved their records to 5-5, with Alabama A&M now positioned for a strong finish in their remaining games. The outcomes reflect the competitive nature of college football within the Sun Belt and SWAC conferences.