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Last Saturday, the Crimson secured a victory packed with historic milestones, improving their record to 7–0 (4–0 Ivy) with a commanding 31–10 win over Dartmouth. Senior quarterback Jaden Craig threw for 322 yards and four touchdowns, breaking Harvard’s all-time passing touchdowns record and earning Ivy League Offensive Player of the Week honors. The win marked Harvard’s 300th Ivy League victory, the first program in league history to reach that milestone. The Crimson also climbed to No. 9 in the Stats Perform poll — the highest ranking in program history — and No. 13 in the FCS Coaches Top 25, keeping their undefeated season and championship hopes alive.

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The Crimson take the field at Harvard Stadium, led by senior captain Ty Bartrum, with senior quarterback Jaden Craig bringing up the rear.

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Following his standout performance against Dartmouth, Craig was named Ivy League Offensive Player of the Week. Craig completed 21 of 32 passes, totaling 322 yards and four touchdowns. His impressive performance led the Crimson to a decisive victory.

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On the opening drive, Craig sets the tone early, scrambling for a key first down before finding senior wide receiver Cam Henry on an 11-yard strike. The Crimson gain 71 yards within 13 plays, closing the drive with a touchdown to seize early momentum.

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Sophomore kicker Kierran Corr drills the extra point to finish off Harvard’s opening touchdown drive. Corr remained flawless throughout the afternoon, converting all four point-after-touchdowns and adding a field goal to his total.

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Dartmouth fans chant “You can’t do that!” after a false start on the Big Green’s punt, unaware that the flag was not called on Harvard. The Crimson entered the week ranked No. 1 nationally in fewest penalties, committing only one of the four flags that afternoon.

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Sophomore wide receiver Brady Blackburn catches Craig’s pass in tight coverage, breaking free for a 74-yard touchdown. This is the longest scoring touchdown of Craig’s season. The play electrified the Harvard sideline and stretched the Crimson’s early lead.

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Harvard Head Coach Andrew Aurich meets his players with high fives on the sideline after the Crimson’s second touchdown. In just his first two seasons at the helm, Aurich has built an impressive 15–2 record.

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Backed up on their own five-yard line after a punt, Craig throws a 39-yard strike to sophomore receiver Brady Blackburn. Blackburn has been one of Harvard’s most explosive playmakers this season, tallying 521 receiving yards on just 24 catches — including his fourth 100-yard performance of the year in this game.

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The Harvard Cheer Squad and Harvard Dance Team bring energy to the Crimson sideline, while the Dartmouth Dance Team rallies the visiting fans. At halftime, the Harvard University Band took the field to entertain the crowds.

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Senior defensive lineman Alex DeGrieck sacks Dartmouth quarterback Grayson Saunier on a pivotal 3rd-and-6 at the Harvard 20-yard line late in the third quarter. The stop forced the Big Green to settle for a field goal, marking their final points of the game.

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Sasha — the beloved HUPD community engagement dog — makes another appearance at Harvard Stadium, taking part in her signature mid-game race. This time, the human contestants were given a generous head start, leaving Sasha just a few strides short of reclaiming her title.

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Students and fans pack Harvard Stadium to cheer on the Crimson, with more than 11,000 spectators filling the stands with energy and school spirit.

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With a 14-yard touchdown strike to junior tight end Logan Reaska, Craig cements his name into Harvard history, breaking the program’s all-time passing touchdowns record with his 42nd career score. The previous mark of 41 was set by Neil Rose ’02, who guided the Crimson to an undefeated 9–0 season in 2001.

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Moments after Craig’s record-setting touchdown pass, Harvard’s defense stuffs a 4th-and-1 sneak at the Dartmouth 39-yard line with just over 11 minutes remaining. On the very next play, Craig wasted no time, finding senior tight end Seamus Gilmartin for a 39-yard touchdown — their second connection of the day — to stretch the Crimson’s lead to three scores.

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Harvard’s defense continues to clamp down in the fourth quarter, forcing yet another turnover to preserve the shutout and showcase why they rank No. 2 nationally in total defense.

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With just over eight minutes left on the clock, the Crimson pieced together a 10-play, 41-yard drive that consumed nearly seven minutes. The highlight came on a gutsy 4th-and-1, as junior running back Xaviah Bascon burst through the line for an 18-yard gain. The drive effectively sealed Harvard’s victory and capped a dominant all-around performance.