Crimson Fried

Harvard 52 Columbia 18


Why Harvard Won

The Crimson attacked the Columbia secondary with a series of bold strikes down the field that led to early touchdowns. The Harvard defense gave up chunks of yards most of the day, but generally kept the Lions out of the end zone and off the scoreboard.


Why Columbia Lost

The Lion defense was unprepared for the Crimson passing game, and could not overcome a series of turnovers in key moments. In his first career start, freshman QB Ty Lenhart was able to move the offense, but couldn't convert enough scoring opportunities.


Key Turning Points

-On the first play from scrimmage from their own eight yard line, Crimson QB Tom Stewart hit WR Jack Cook in stride for a stunning 92-yard TD.

-With the score 21-12 Harvard late in the 2nd half, Columbia had two opportunities to make the score closer before the half. But Lenhart was intercepted to end both Lion possessions and Harvard added another late TD off the second pick to seal the win.

Columbia Positives

-The Lions ran the ball relatively well and Lenhart also got into a groove passing the ball at times. WR Emerson Kabus was the best skill player on the day with five receptions for 103 yards.

-Mike Roussos did an excellent job on several returns.

Columbia Negatives

-The turnovers killed what could have been a competitive game and ultimately doomed the Lions even more than the three long passes that burned the secondary.

-That said, the secondary is starting to look like a serious liability. Injuries are certainly contributing to that, but it can't all be blamed on injuries.

Columbia MVP

-Kabus stood out and showed he can be a good weapon as a "run after the catch" receiver.