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Morehouse vs. Howard: Historic Rivals Clash In 2024 HBCU NYC Classic

Originally posted on HBCUs on SI | By Kyle Mosley | Last updated Sep 14, 2024 9:29 AM ET

Howard University (1-1) and Morehouse College (0-2) continue their historic rivalry in the 2024 HBCU NY Classic, continuing a series that dates back nearly a century. The game will occur at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, for a 3:00 PM ET kick-off on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

The 2024 HBCU NY Classic will not only have fans and alumni from Morehouse and Howard and the other HBCUs in this highly-anticipated game at MetLife Stadium. The event showcases the culture, spirit, and respect between these two historic institutions and celebrates HBCU culture and tradition.

The upcoming game in the 2024 HBCU NY Classic marks the third edition of this event, featuring:

Tailgating and live entertainment
The Battle of the Bands during halftime
A performance by Grammy Award-winning artist Sean Paul
A coin toss by actress Marsai Martin
Possible special appearances by notable Morehouse Men and Howard Graduates!

Team Outlooks

Howard

The Howard Bison, led by head coach Larry Scott, will be looking to continue their dominance in the series. The Bison made it to the 2023 Celebration Bowl, showcasing their recent success on the field. Defensive back Kenny Gallop Jr. (2023 Aeneas Williams Award recipient) and leading rusher Jarett Hunter (184 yards and 3 TDs) are the best players for the Bison. Saturday's contests at MetLife will feature a heavy dose of Hunter's rushing skills who had a massive 144 rushing yards and three touchdowns against Mercyhurst in Week 2.

Morehouse

Under newly hired head coach Terance Mathis, the Morehouse Maroon Tigers, a former NFL player, will aim to turn their fortunes around and secure their first victory against Howard in recent years. Wide receiver Ajani Williams has eight receptions for 208 yards, and senior linebacker Caleb Grant has 18 tackles, three sacks, and 3.5 tackles for losses this season for the Maroon Tigers.

The Historic Rivalry

The football rivalry between Howard University and Morehouse College began in 1923, showcasing a long-standing tradition of competition between these two prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Over the years, the teams have faced each other 38 times, demonstrating the depth and significance of this matchup.

Recent Bison vs. Maroon Tigers Matchups

In recent years, Howard University has dominated the series:

September 9, 2023: Howard 65, Morehouse 19
September 17, 2022: Howard 31, Morehouse 0
September 13, 2014: Howard 35, Morehouse 17
September 7, 2013: Howard 27, Morehouse 16
September 1, 2012: Howard 30, Morehouse 29
September 10, 2011: Howard 30, Morehouse 27

Howard University has won the last six meetings, with Morehouse College needing help to secure a victory in recent years.

Broadcast Information

Fans can catch the action live on CNBC and stream it on Peacock. Kyle Draper will handle play-by-play duties, with former NFL tight end Charles Arbuckle providing analysis and Tamara Brown reporting from the sidelines.