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NAU stages comeback win over Eastern Washington in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:15 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

NAU stages comeback win over Eastern Washington in season opener
Summary

NAU opened its football season with a 34-27 comeback victory against Eastern Washington on Saturday afternoon. The Lumberjacks fell behind 24-3 before a 100-yard kickoff return sparked their rally. Key plays included an interception of Eastern Washington quarterback Nate Bell and touchdown passes from Ty Pennington. NAU's defense held strong in the closing moments, stopping Eastern Washington at the 11-yard line to preserve the lead. This win sets NAU up for a matchup against Arizona next Saturday.

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  • •NAU trailed Eastern Washington 24-3 before the comeback.
  • •Lindsey Graves' 100-yard kickoff return ignited the rally.
  • •Ty Pennington threw two touchdown passes in the victory.
  • •NAU's defense secured the win by stopping Eastern Washington late in the game.
  • •The Lumberjacks will face Arizona next Saturday.
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  • 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — NAU mounts comeback in season opener ahead of matchup with Arizona
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Arizona football’s season-opening opponent is going to have a leg up on it, as NAU opened its season with a 34-27 comeback win over Eastern Washington on Saturday afternoon. The Lumberjacks were trailing 24-3 at one point before their comeback started. The NAU defense struggled mightily in the first half allowing Eastern Washington to score […]

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