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VIDEO: Yale Stages Epic Comeback in 'The Game' vs Harvard to Capture Thrilling OT Victory

By Thomas Carannante

Harvard looked to be running away with the upset victory on Saturday, as the Crimson led Yale 29-13 late in the third quarter and 36-22 with 1:29 left in the fourth. The Bulldogs, however, were relentless. It seems those climate change protesters got them motivated in some way, because they came all the way back and defeated Harvard in OT to preserve their Top-25 ranking in the FCS.

The Bulldogs struck first in double OT, and then held Harvard on the next possession to capture the 50-43 win.

BIG STOP!!

But how did we get here?

This sweet throw and catch to make it a one-score game:

Then this perfect onside kick:

Yale executed a two-minute drill to score a touchdown with seconds remaining to tie it up:

That's how it's done in the Ivy League, baby!! Yale captured the Ivy League title with the win, too. New Haven's about to blow the roof off!