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Albany State remained undefeated in the SIAC with a 48-3 win over Fort Valley State\/Photo: Zachary Wilson<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stage is set for the 2025 SIAC Championship<\/strong>, featuring two familiar foes \u2014 the Albany State Golden Rams (9-1, 8-0 SIAC)<\/strong> and the Benedict College Tigers (9-1, 7-1 SIAC)<\/strong>. The matchup carries extra intrigue, as the teams met earlier this season in Columbia, South Carolina, where Albany State dominated in a commanding 31-3 victory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Albany State arrives at the title game as the conference\u2019s lone unbeaten team in SIAC play, following a 48-3 rout of archrival Fort Valley State<\/strong> in the 35th Fountain City Classic on November 8. The Golden Rams struck early and never looked back, holding the Wildcats to a single field goal while showcasing balance and efficiency on both sides of the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benedict\u2019s path to the championship was far more dramatic. The Tigers advanced after a double-overtime thriller against Savannah State<\/strong> in Savannah, Georgia, that same day. Despite leading several statistical categories\u2014including rushing yards and first downs\u2014Benedict struggled to pull away in regulation, as both teams managed only one touchdown before overtime. Ultimately, the Tigers persevered to secure their return to the conference title stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This time its for the conference crown and NCAA Playoffs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Their earlier meeting on October 25 was a statement game for Albany State. The Rams amassed nearly 500 yards of total offense<\/strong> while limiting Benedict to just 217 yards<\/strong>, showcasing the dominance that has defined their season. This time, the rematch will be played on Albany State\u2019s home turf at ASU Coliseum<\/strong>, giving the Rams a distinct advantage in front of their home crowd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the conference title, the stakes are high. The winner will earn the SIAC\u2019s automatic berth to the NCAA Division II playoffs<\/strong>. With both teams boasting just one loss\u2014Albany State\u2019s narrow 33-25 defeat to FCS power Florida A&M, and Benedict\u2019s setback to Albany State\u2014the victor could be well-positioned to host a first-round playoff game<\/strong>. Both programs have proven their ability to compete at a championship level, setting the stage for a hard-fought rematch that could define their seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Championship Game to run through SIAC OfficeThe 2025 SIAC Championship is hosted on a member institution campus, but is marshalled through the SIAC office.\u00a0\u00a0Credentialing for the media is done via the SIAC Website, with the game link being active now.\u00a0\u00a0Tickets are on sale via the Albany State ticket office:\u00a0PURCHASE TICKETS<\/a>. or to PURCHASE PARKING<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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