Khalifa Keith becomes the 20th member of the Crimson Tide's transfer portal class.

With Body set to return to the QB helm for the Hornets in 2026, it gives Alabama State a fighting chance to finish what it started in 2025 and compete for an HBCU national title for the first time since 1991.

Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body, the reigning HBCU Player of the Year winner, has changed course. After entering the transfer portal following the 2025 season, Body is coming back to ASU. ASU head coach Eddie Robinson spoke to the media on Friday and reported his quarterback was coming back.

BOTTOM LINE: Micah Simpsom and Alabama State host Tyler Shirley and Florida A&M in SWAC play. The Hornets have gone 2-2 at home. Alabama State is the SWAC leader with 10.8 offensive rebounds per game led by Jerquarius Stanback averaging 2.0.

The SWAC will be featured in another HBCU doubleheader from Montgomery, Alabama.

Alabama State University is set to appear at the Fiesta Sports Foundation National Collegiate Flag Football Classic

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Andrew Body’s return to Alabama State gives the Hornets leadership and stability as coach Eddie Robinson Jr. addresses transfer portal challenges.

Alabama State football released its schedule for the 2026 season. See who the Hornets have lined up for this fall.