No. 9 Harvard Football Crushes Columbia 31-14 in Manhattan to Move to 8-0 | Sports

No. 9 Harvard Football Crushes Columbia 31-14 in Manhattan

In New York City, the No. 9 Harvard football team dominated the Columbia Lions with a 31-14 victory on Friday night, extending their unbeaten streak to 8-0. The win marks Harvard’s best season start since 2015 and keeps them at the top of the Ivy League standings with a 5-0 record in conference play.

Key Players and Performances

Quarterback Jaden Craig threw for two touchdowns, demonstrating strong leadership on the field.
Junior tight end Seamus Gilmartin scored multiple touchdowns for the second consecutive game.
Running back Xaviah Bascon rushed for two touchdowns, contributing significantly to the Crimson's offense.

Coach’s Remarks

“This week was a challenging week, short week. A lot of people telling us how great we are in the media and to get the win and get out of here and play how we did in the first half, I'm just relieved and excited to get to the next one,” said Head Coach Andrew Aurich.

The team’s performance in Manhattan reinforced Harvard's dominance and sparked optimism for the rest of the season.

Author’s Summary

Harvard football’s commanding 31-14 road win over Columbia highlights their strength and resilience, positioning them as Ivy League favorites with an 8-0 start—an achievement not seen since 2015.

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The Harvard Crimson — 2025-11-08