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Dante Reno shines as Yale defeats Holy Cross in season opener

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Dante Reno shines as Yale defeats Holy Cross in season opener

Summary

Yale secured a 38-28 victory against Holy Cross to kick off its 153rd football season. Quarterback Dante Reno delivered an outstanding performance, throwing for 454 yards and five touchdowns, completing 30 of 43 passes. Wide receiver Jaxton Santiago also had a notable game with 12 receptions for 254 yards and two touchdowns. The Bulldogs scored 31 of their 38 points in the second half. Yale is set to face Cornell next week in Ivy League play. Brown defeated New Haven 17-10, led by quarterback James Murphy's 353 passing yards and two interceptions.

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By the Numbers

•Yale scored 31 points in the second half.
•Dante Reno passed for five touchdowns.
•Jaxton Santiago recorded 12 catches for 254 yards.
•Brown led 17-0 at halftime against New Haven.
•Brown's quarterback James Murphy threw for 353 yards.

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10:18 PMYahoo Sports — College Football Roundup: Reno has career day as Yale outduels Holy Cross

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Yale 38, Holy Cross 28 Quarterback Dante Reno threw for a ridiculous 454 passing yards and five touchdowns as Yale cruised past Holy Cross to open its 153rd football season. The junior and son of former head coach Tony Reno completed 30 of 43 passes. Wide receiver Jaxton Santiago also had a career day, catching 12 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns, including a 75-yarder. Wideout Lucius ...
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