2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge: Bethune-Cookman vs. Jackson State

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2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge: Bethune-Cookman vs. Jackson State

Bethune-Cookman and Jackson State renew their rivalry in the 15th MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats players celebrate after defeating the Jackson State Tigers, 36-15, in the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Jackson State quarterback Jalon Jones (4) runs the ball against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Jackson State Tigers wide receiver Warren Newman (6) makes bring down a catch against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Wildcats quarterback Akevious Williams (10) hurls a pass during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Jackson State running back Keshawn Harper (22) breaks away from a Bethune-Cookman defender during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Bethune-Cookman quarterback Akevious Williams (10) looks to pass during the first half of the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

The Jackson State marching band performs at halftime of the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band performs at halftime during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Bethune-Cookman running back Isaac Washington (34) look for running room against the Jackson State Tigers during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Jackson State place kicker Adrian Salazar (47) misses a field goal attempt against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Tigers quarterback Jalon Jones (4) takes off on a run against Bethune-Cookman during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Jackson State defensive back C.J. Holmes (3) blocks the pass to Bethune-Cookman wide receiver Darryl Powell Jr. (85) during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Wildcats wide receiver Jimmie Robinson (1) goes up for a catch over Jackson State defensive back Demetric Vance (10) during the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

Members of the Bethune-Cookman football team acknowledge fans after defeating Jackson State, 36-15, in the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats players celebrate after defeating the Jackson State Tigers, 36-15, in the 2019 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.

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