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Ichabods rally from 21-point deficit but fall to Northwest Missouri State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:04 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Ichabods rally from 21-point deficit but fall to Northwest Missouri State

Summary

Washburn Ichabods lost 31-24 to Northwest Missouri State on September 16. After trailing 24-3 in the third quarter, Washburn mounted a comeback with three consecutive touchdowns, narrowing the gap to seven points. Head coach Zach Watkins praised the team's fight, highlighting their growth from the previous season. The Ichabods currently sit at 1-1-1 for the season and are set to face the University of Central Oklahoma on September 23.

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By the Numbers

•Washburn trailed by 21 points in the third quarter.
•They scored three touchdowns to cut the deficit to seven.
•Coach Watkins noted significant improvement from last season.
•The Ichabods have a record of 1-1-1 so far this season.
•Next game is against the University of Central Oklahoma.

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4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Ichabods turning the page and learning from first loss of the season

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TOPEKA (KSNT) – Despite the loss against top 10 ranked Northwest Missouri State on Saturday, the Ichabods put up a fight to erase a 21-point deficit in the second half. Washburn trailed 24-3 in the third quarter against No. 7 Northwest Missouri State when the Ichabods went on to score three straight touchdowns to shrink […]
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