2021 Bayou Classic Between Two SWAC Powerhouses

2021 Bayou Classic

The 2021 Bayou Classic returns to action on Saturday, November 27, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

The matchup features two rival opponents, the Southern University Jaguars and the Grambling State University Tigers. These two historic programs have competed against each other dating back to 1932.

Key storylines to watch in the 2021 Bayou Classic

Southern (4-6) has won the last three matchups and currently leads the all-time series between Grambling 24-23, giving the Jaguars bragging rights for now, but the Tigers look to change that with a victory in this year’s Classic.

The Tigers currently hold a 3-7 record heading into Saturday’s matchup, as they look to leave it all out on the field and bring the trophy back home.

Grambling has also been faced with adversity over the past few weeks. On November 15, 2021, the Tigers announced the firing of their head football coach, Broderick Fobbs, right before the biggest game of the season. Linebacker’s coach and special teams coordinator Terrence Graves, will assume duties as interim coach headed into the Bayou Classic.

The defense will certainly be the team’s focus coming into this matchup, given the background of their new coach. The stingy Tigers defense is currently ranked fifth in the SWAC and will need to rise to the occasion to slow down the versatile Southern offense. The Tigers look to take away the Jaguars’ elite rushing attack, which leads the conference with 193.5 rush yards a game despite their 4-6 record.

The Classic is set to be filled with tons of energy and excitement between these two fierce competitors.

How to Watch the 2021 Bayou Classic:

The 2021 Bayou Classic airs Saturday, November 27th at 5 PM E.T. on NBCSN.

About the Author: Keion D. Russell is a senior at Grambling State University, from Phoenix, Arizona. He studies Sports Journalism with a minor in Business Management. You can follow him on social media at @keionrussell on Twitter and @royalruss on Instagram.

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