Columbia Defeated Georgetown in Overtime Thriller
Columbia University secured a 20-17 victory after Georgetown University missed a field goal in overtime.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Football
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Columbia University improved its record to 2-0 after a narrow 20-17 overtime win against Georgetown University. The game concluded after Georgetown missed a potential game-tying 37-yard field goal.
Why it matters
The result leaves Georgetown winless at 0-3 while Columbia maintains an undefeated start to the season. Georgetown failed to capitalize on a 17-10 lead held during the third quarter.
Columbia secured the win with a field goal after Georgetown forced two interceptions throughout the game. Georgetown's previous 17-10 lead was buoyed by a 71-yard punt return touchdown from Hassan Mahasin.
The players
Hassan Mahasin
He is a player for Georgetown University who recorded a 71-yard punt return touchdown during the game.
Bryce Coleman
He is a player for Columbia University who caught a touchdown pass during the contest.
The details
Columbia University scored a crucial touchdown on a pass to Bryce Coleman to remain competitive. Despite holding an earlier lead and forcing multiple turnovers, Georgetown was unable to seal the victory during the final overtime period.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: Columbia University defeated Georgetown University.
October 3, 2026: Georgetown University faces Cornell University.
Season Trajectory
This victory keeps Columbia University undefeated and firmly in the mix for early conference contention. Conversely, Georgetown University faces significant pressure to recover as they search for their first win of the season.
Columbia remains undefeated at 2-0, while Georgetown falls to 0-3 on the season. Georgetown must now address its inability to close out games following the missed 37-yard field goal in overtime.
The takeaway
Close games in collegiate football often hinge on field goal accuracy and turnover management. Georgetown will look to rectify its 0-3 start in its upcoming matchup against Cornell.
What happens next
Georgetown University will continue its season with a game against Cornell University scheduled for October 3, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local collegiate results, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Hoya.
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