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William Watson leads UMass past Sacramento State, Minutemen improve to 4-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 5:14 AM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

William Watson leads UMass past Sacramento State, Minutemen improve to 4-0

Summary

William Watson III led the University of Massachusetts to a 35-6 victory over Sacramento State on September 26. Watson threw a touchdown pass and ran for two more scores, finishing with 101 passing yards and 72 rushing yards. The Minutemen's performance marked their first 4-0 start since 2007, highlighted by a strong second half that included a defensive touchdown. UMass had a 21-6 lead at halftime and increased their advantage after an interception return for a score. They will host Eastern Michigan next week, while Sacramento State will travel to Bowling Green on October 10.

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By the Numbers

•William Watson III threw for 101 yards and three touchdowns
•UMass moves to 4-0 for the first time since 2007
•Timmy Hinspeter returned an interception for a touchdown
•UMass will host Eastern Michigan next Saturday
•Sacramento State has a record of 1-4 this season

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5:14 AMYahoo Sports — Watson leads UMass over Sacramento State 35-6; Minutemen are 4-0 for first time since 2007

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William Watson III threw a touchdown pass and ran for two more scores to lead Massachusetts to a 35-6 victory over Sacramento State on Saturday night. Watson was 11-of-16 passing for 101 yards and he carried the ball seven times for 72 yards for UMass in their Mid-American Conference opener. The Minutemen are 4-0 for the first time since 2007.
— Yahoo Sports

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