Harvard opens season with 31-7 victory over New Hampshire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:42 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Harvard defeated New Hampshire 31-7 in its season opener on September 19. Nate Bailey scored two touchdowns in the closing minute of the first half, helping Harvard take a 21-7 lead going into halftime. The Crimson capitalized on three turnovers, including two interceptions by New Hampshire quarterback Brooks Bentley. Charlie Smith threw for 71 yards and a touchdown for Harvard, while New Hampshire's offense struggled, finishing with two interceptions. Harvard improves to 1-0, while New Hampshire drops to 1-3 as both teams prepare for their next games.
- •Nate Bailey scored two first-half touchdowns for Harvard.
- •Harvard capitalized on three takeaways from New Hampshire.
- •Harvard's Charlie Smith threw for 71 yards and one touchdown.
- •Brooks Bentley of New Hampshire had two interceptions.
- •Harvard will face Brown in their next game.
- 8:42 PMYahoo Sports — Harvard capitalizes on 3 takeaways to beat New Hampshire 31-7 in season opener
"Nate Bailey scored two touchdowns in the final minute of the first half and Harvard capitalized on three takeaways to beat New Hampshire 31-7 on Saturday. Harvard, the three-time defending Ivy League champion, opened its season ranked No. 25 in the Stats Perform poll against fellow 2025 playoff participant New Hampshire. Bailey gave Harvard a 14-7 lead with 53 seconds left in the first half on a 23-yard reverse.
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