Superdome officials say that Grambling State still has a spot in the annual Bayou Classic with Southern University in New Orleans.

There has been some recent pressure to replace Grambling in the yearly rivalry game because of the programs recent struggles.

Southern won the game last season 40-17 over the Tigers.

The two teams have played each other in the Bayou classic for the last 40 years.

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