William & Mary rallies to tie Villanova in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:35 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
William & Mary came back to tie the game against #8 Villanova in Philadelphia on August 28, 2026. Trailing by ten points with under a minute left, the Tribe recovered a crucial onside kick, allowing Winston Watkins to lead a drive that scored the game-tying touchdown. Villanova, who had led temporarily after scoring multiple touchdowns, struggled in the final moments and saw their defense falter. After allowing the Tribe to regain momentum, the Wildcats will need to regroup ahead of their next matchup.
- •Villanova led 32-22 with 2:43 left in the game.
- •Winston Watkins orchestrated a drive to tie the game late.
- •William & Mary recovered an onside kick in the final minute.
- •Villanova struggled to maintain their lead in the closing moments.
- •This was William & Mary's debut in the Patriot League.
- 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — William & Mary Rallies in Final Seconds, Stuns Villanova at the Buzzer in Opener
"The Tribe snatched victory from the jaws of defeat in Philly on Friday night.
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