The defending HBCU national champions opened the season with a dominant statement, crushing Savannah State 87-0 in Week 0. The victory marked one of the most lopsided wins in recent FCS history, ranking as the fifth-largest margin of victory in the FCS over the past 30 years. From the opening whistle, the champions controlled the game on both sides of the ball, setting the tone for what could be another championship-caliber season.