Nevada edges Mt. Vernon 24-20 in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Nevada opened its 2026 football season with a 24-20 victory over Mt. Vernon on Friday night. The Tigers initially took the lead with a touchdown on the opening kickoff and later added another score from a pick-six in the first half. Despite trailing in the fourth quarter, Nevada scored in the final 30 seconds to secure the win. Next week, Nevada will face Carl Junction, while Mt. Vernon prepares to visit Monett.
- •Nevada starts the season 1-0 following the win.
- •The Tigers led 16-14 at halftime.
- •Mt. Vernon regained the lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Nevada scored the final points of the game in the last 30 seconds.
- •Nevada will next play Carl Junction.
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Nevada tops Mt. Vernon in season opener
"Nevada starts 1-0 in 2026 of a 24-20 win over Mt. Vernon. Check out the highlights!
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