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No. 8 Mustangs secure late victory over Dordt in Football

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:42 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

No. 8 Mustangs secure late victory over Dordt in Football

Summary

Morningside, ranked No. 8, rallied to defeat Dordt 35-31 in Sioux Center, Iowa, securing the win on September 19. After trailing in the fourth quarter, Colin Gordon's 3-yard touchdown run capped a 75-yard drive, putting the Mustangs back in the lead. A crucial interception by Cade Harriman on Dordt's next possession sealed the victory. Morningside's Tyler Smith threw for 270 yards and led the team in rushing with 134 yards. The win improves the Mustangs to 3-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play, while Dordt falls to 2-2.

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By the Numbers

•Morningside scores 35 points against Dordt.
•Colin Gordon accounts for two touchdowns.
•Cade Harriman's interception crucial for Morningside.
•Smith completes 26 of 33 passes for 270 yards.
•Morningside improves to 3-1 on the season.

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3:42 AMYahoo Sports — No. 8 Mustangs answer late to defeat Dordt

What they're saying

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SIOUX CENTER, Iowa (MORNINGSIDE) — Morningside needed an answer after surrendering the lead early in the fourth quarter Saturday. The Mustangs delivered one on offense and another on defense. Colin Gordon capped a 75-yard drive with a 3-yard touchdown run before Cade Harriman intercepted Dordt on its ensuing possession, helping Morningside secure a 35-31 victory […]
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