Harvard Football Achieves Historic No. 9 Ranking in FCS Poll
Harvard football has demonstrated exceptional dominance this season, winning all seven games by at least three touchdowns. This outstanding performance earned the Crimson the No. 9 spot in the latest Stats Perform FCS Top 25 rankings, marking the highest ranking in the program's history.
Strong Showings in Multiple Polls
In addition to the Stats Perform ranking, Harvard was also placed 13th in the AFCA FCS Coaches’ Poll, their best position in that poll since at least 2011. Their rise in the rankings followed a commanding 31-10 victory over Dartmouth on Saturday, which improved their season record to 7-0.
Leadership in Ivy League Standings
- Harvard is currently the only unbeaten team in the Ivy League.
- Rivals Yale and Penn hold 5-2 records each.
- The Crimson have yet to face either Yale or Penn this season.
Penn will host Harvard on November 15, before the 141st edition of "The Game" against Yale in New Haven.
Harvard football’s dominant run in the Ivy League was rewarded on Monday with the No. 9 spot in the latest Stats Perform FCS Top 25 rankings, the highest in program history.
Significance of the Ranking and Upcoming Challenges
This ranking carries added importance as the Ivy League teams are eligible for the FCS playoffs for the first time this season. Harvard aims to extend its winning streak to eight games in an upcoming road match against Columbia on Friday night.
The Crimson are the only unbeaten team left in the Ivy.
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Summary
Harvard football's undefeated streak and historic No. 9 FCS ranking highlight their dominance in the Ivy League as playoff opportunities open this season.