Waterville, Maine – The Colby College football team battled Tufts University on Saturday afternoon at Harold Alfond Stadium, ultimately falling 26-7 despite a competitive first half and several strong individual performances.
The Mules opened the game with a promising six play, 34 yard drive, moving into Tufts territory before being forced to punt. Colby's defense responded with a strong first quarter, keeping the Jumbos scoreless through the opening 15 minutes.
After Tufts took a 7-0 lead early in the second quarter, Colby answered with an impressive nine play, 70 yard touchdown drive. Quarterback Jagger Matera connected with Jack Nye for a 14 yard touchdown, tying the game at seven with 3:52 remaining in the half. Tufts added a field goal as time expired to take a 10-7 halftime lead.
Matera finished with 106 passing yards and 32 rushing yards, while Nye led the receiving corps with five catches for 60 yards and a touchdown.
Defensively, Noah Abdur Rahim led the Mules with 12 tackles, while Drew Ramos and Santanna Cardoso each contributed eight. Owen Haight and Jimmie Winbush Jr. recorded sacks.
Tufts extended its lead in the second half, ultimately securing the 26-7 victory.
Colby will conclude its season on Saturday, November 14, traveling to Brunswick, Maine to face Bowdoin College. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
