Kareem Keye threw for 326 yards and four touchdowns and Alabama State pulled away from Mississippi Valley State for a 54-17 win on Saturday.
Richardson finished with 196 yards on 20-for-30 passing with two interceptions.
Brandon Gilliam kicked four field goals and Alabama State held on to edge Bethune-Cookman 26-21 in the Southwest Athletic Conference opener for both teams.
Samford outgained Alabama State 305-209.
Alabama State stung in-state rival Miles College 24-3 in the Hornets’ home opener Saturday.
Last year, Alabama State volleyball swept SWAC play but lost in the tournament. They’re looking to right the ship as they host Alabama Friday.
Alabama State Junior AJ Gates earns SWAC Specialist of the week.
In their first-ever meeting, Alabama State fell to North Carolina Central 31-24 in the Orange Blossom Classic in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Sunday.
Alabama State celebrates their second annual “Swing Into Success” Initiative which is helping to promote diversity within the golf industry.
Alabama State Linebacker Rico Dozier and wide receiver Robert McMinn earn Preseason Third-Team All-American honors from Stats Perform.
