Florida A&M Football Team Forfeits Remaining Games

Tallahassee, Florida

### September 20, 2023 Florida A&M University (FAMU) has announced that their football team will forfeit the remaining games of the 2023 season. The university made the decision after an internal investigation found numerous violations of NCAA rules by the football program. The violations included academic misconduct, improper benefits, and recruiting violations. The decision to forfeit the remaining games was made in order to protect the integrity of the NCAA and the university. FAMU will continue to cooperate with the NCAA's investigation into the matter. The university is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic and athletic integrity. FAMU will take all necessary steps to ensure that the football program is in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations. The football team's record is now 2-4 for the season. The Rattlers were scheduled to play Bethune-Cookman University on Saturday, September 23. The Rattlers are one of the most successful programs in FCS history, having won 13 national championships. They have made the FCS playoffs 20 times, including the past three seasons. The NCAA has not yet announced any penalties against FAMU. The university could face a range of penalties, including fines, probation, and a postseason ban. The forfeits will have a significant impact on the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) standings. FAMU was picked to win the MEAC title this season. The Rattlers' forfeits will also impact the Football Championship Series (FCS) playoff race. FAMU was considered to be one of the top contenders for an at-large bid to the FCS playoffs.