Photos: See the biggest moments from the 2026 Magic City Classic

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Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Tyrell Lawrence (73) holds up the trophy after his team’s victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)An Alabama A&M Bulldogs cheerleader holds up a sign reading “Win!” after their victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs head coach Sam Shade holds up the trophy after his team’s victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Tamarley Smith (65) sprays his water bottle as he celebrates his team’s victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com) Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Tyrell Lawrence (73) holds up the trophy after his team’s victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs players pose for a photo with the trophy after defeating the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)An Alabama A&M Bulldogs cheerleader holds up a sign reading “Win!” after their victory over the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Bruce Crenshaw (79) opens a cigar after defeating the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Bruce Crenshaw (79) chews on a cigar after defeating the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) runs the ball against the Alabama State Hornets defenders during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets cornerback Zion Crawford (1) and Alabama A&M Bulldogs wide receiver Mekhi Maddox (14) seen on the field during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Aaron Frye (9) reaches out for the ball against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Aaron Frye (9) runs the ball against Alabama A&M Bulldogs linebacker D.J. Barber (6) and Alabama A&M Bulldogs safety Keon Handley Jr. (3) during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs wide receiver Jaylan Bean (16) completes a pass for a touchdown against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets head coach Eddie Robinson Jr. directs his team against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)An Alabama A&M Bulldogs cheerleader cheers for her team against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs fans watch from the stands during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets wide receiver DJ Hicks (87) runs the ball against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Kareem Keye (3) fumbles the ball as he’s brought down by Alabama A&M Bulldogs defensive back Kaleb Brown (2) during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs head coach Sam Shade watches from the sideline during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets head coach Eddie Robinson Jr. directs his team against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Aaron Frye (9) throws against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs head coach Sam Shade watches from the sideline during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs wide receiver Jaylan Bean (16) completes a pass for a touchdown against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets fans watch as they take on the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) throws against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs tight end Ty'jarian Williams (11) is brought down by Alabama State Hornets defenders during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs fans cheer for their team against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama State Hornets marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama A&M Bulldogs marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama A&M Bulldogs marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama A&M Bulldogs marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Aaron Frye (9) runs the ball against Alabama A&M Bulldogs defensive lineman Keenan Pierce (57) during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) throws against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama A&M Bulldogs marching band performs at halftime during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) runs the ball against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs wide receiver Jarel Williams (3) fails to complete a pass against Alabama State Hornets cornerback Zion Crawford (1) during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) runs the ball against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs wide receiver Jaylan Bean (16) runs the ball against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs quarterback Cornelious Brown (10) throws against the Alabama State Hornets during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets running back Jareese Howard (23) scores a touchdown against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama State Hornets quarterback Aaron Frye (9) runs the ball against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The Alabama A&M Bulldogs marching band performs from the stands during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs offensive lineman Kapone Cooper (76) adjusts his helmet on the sideline during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)A Alabama State Hornets marching band member cheers for their team against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)Alabama A&M Bulldogs fans whip the grass with their belts as a victory over the Alabama State Hornets comes within reach during the 85th Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Will McLelland/AL.com)The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The 85th Magic City Classic was played n Oct. 31, 2026, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama A&M defeated Alabama State 31-28 to snap a four-game losing streak in the annual rivalry game.The Birmingham City Council was joined by U.S. Rep. Terro Sewell at halftime of the 85th Magic City Classic at Legion Field in Birmingham on October 31, 2026.The Birmingham City Council was joined by U.S. Rep. Terro Sewell at halftime of the 85th Magic City Classic at Legion Field in Birmingham on October 31, 2026.

The 85th annual Magic City Classic brought football, marching bands, majorettes and thousands of fans to Birmingham on Saturday, culminating in a dramatic finish at Legion Field.

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