Harvard and Yale open season with significant week 3 wins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

In Week 3 of the FCS, Harvard and Yale both began their seasons successfully. Harvard secured a 31-7 victory at New Hampshire, showcasing a strong ground game and defense, while Yale triumphed 38-28 against Holy Cross with quarterback Dante Reno throwing five touchdowns. Additionally, St. Thomas defeated Southern Utah and San Diego overcame Cal Poly, shifting perceptions within the Big Sky conference. One surprising result came from Stony Brook, which dominated #8 Rhode Island in a lopsided 56-24 game.
- •Harvard wins 31-7 against New Hampshire in Week 3.
- •Yale defeats Holy Cross 38-28, led by Dante Reno's five touchdowns.
- •St. Thomas beats Southern Utah; San Diego edges Cal Poly 38-35.
- •Stony Brook dominates #8 Rhode Island 56-24.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — FCS Week 3 Recap: Unmet Expectations
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