William & Mary rallies to tie and wins against Villanova in FCS opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:17 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
William & Mary erased a 10-point deficit in the final minute to defeat Villanova, 2026-08-29. After a field goal cut the lead, the Tribe recovered an onside kick and scored a touchdown to tie the game. An interception by Cade Ellis set up a 45-yard field goal for the win. This game marks William & Mary's first season in the Patriot League and a significant upset against the No. 7 Wildcats.
- •William & Mary was down by 10 points with under a minute to play.
- •Winston Watkins connected with Kai Austin for a touchdown to tie the game.
- •Cade Ellis intercepted Villanova's Pat McQuaide, setting up the winning field goal.
- •William & Mary begins its season in the Patriot League after previously being in CAA.
- •Villanova will embark on a three-game road trip following the unexpected loss.
- 3:17 AMYahoo Sports — William & Mary opens FCS season with 13-point comeback in final minute to stun Villanova
"Down 10 points on the road with less than a minute left, William & Mary managed to pull off a comeback that has to be seen to be believed.
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