Merrimack Warriors vs. Harvard Crimson: 2025 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Harvard Crimson defeated Merrimack Warriors 31–7 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: Merrimack Warriors 7, Harvard Crimson 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Merrimack Warriors	0	6	0	0	7
Harvard Crimson	6	6	9	6	31

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Jaden Craig (Harvard) — 296.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +16.78 EPA
• Aveon Smith (Merrimack) — 0.0 yds · -0.88 EPA/play -1.76 EPA
• Mike Ryan (Merrimack) — 0.0 yds · -2.22 EPA/play -2.22 EPA

Rushing

• Ayden Pereira (Merrimack) — 73.0 yds -0.05 EPA
• Isaiah Bullock (Harvard) — 18.0 yds -0.40 EPA
• DJ Gordon (Harvard) — 102.0 yds · 2 TD +1.07 EPA

Receiving

• Seamus Gilmartin (Harvard) — 7 rec · 53.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Brady Blackburn (Harvard) — 4 rec · 110.0 yds +0.93 EPA
• Ryan Osborne (Harvard) — 4 rec · 91.0 yds +0.87 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jaden Craig	Harvard	28	60.7%	296	1	+0.60	+16.78
Aveon Smith	Merrimack	2	0.0%	0	0	-0.88	-1.76
Mike Ryan	Merrimack	1	0.0%	0	0	-2.22	-2.22
Ayden Pereira	Merrimack	26	50.0%	115	0	-0.20	-5.31

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Merrimack	Harvard
Plays	69	57
EPA / play	-0.142	+0.374
Total EPA	-9.81	+21.33
Success rate	43.5%	45.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.320	+0.599
Rush EPA / play	-0.013	+0.157
Yards	319	480

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Merrimack	8	31	-0.82	Punt
Q1	Harvard	10	88	+7.27	Pass TD
Q1	Merrimack	3	9	-1.37	Punt
Q1	Harvard	5	48	+0.23	Ended
Q1	Merrimack	7	34	-0.92	Punt
Q2	Harvard	8	57	+0.39	Field goal
Q2	Merrimack	11	85	+8.18	Rush TD
Q2	Harvard	7	34	-0.72	Field goal
Q2	Merrimack	4	26	-0.99	Ended
Q3	Harvard	9	81	+4.38	Ended
Q3	Merrimack	3	8	-1.65	Punt
Q3	Harvard	3	38	+2.95	Rush TD
Q3	Merrimack	6	12	-4.54	Ended
Q3	Harvard	5	31	+0.02	Field goal
Q3	Merrimack	12	41	-4.12	Ended
Q4	Harvard	6	91	+7.23	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Harvard Crimson · Jaden Craig pass to Brady Blackburn for 46 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.06 EPA)
2. Q2 · Merrimack Warriors · Galamama Mulbah rushes 20 yards for a touchdown (+3.71 EPA)
3. Q2 · Merrimack Warriors · Ayden Pereira pass to Seth Sweitzer for 19 yards (3rd & 12) (+3.2 EPA)
4. Q2 · Harvard Crimson · Jaden Craig pass to Cam Henry for 42 yards (2nd & 10) (+2.93 EPA)
5. Q4 · Merrimack Warriors · Ayden Pereira pass to Hayden Fisher for 2 yards (4th & 3) (-2.92 EPA)
6. Q4 · Harvard Crimson · Jaden Craig pass to Ryan Osborne for 38 yards (2nd & 12) (+2.83 EPA)
7. Q1 · Harvard Crimson · Jaden Craig pass to Ryan Osborne for a touchdown (14 yards) (+2.7 EPA)
8. Q2 · Merrimack Warriors · Ayden Pereira pass to Hayden Fisher for 10 yards (4th & 5) (+2.67 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Harvard Crimson controlled the final (31–7) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Jaden Craig (Harvard) — 296.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Harvard at 0.374 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Merrimack Warriors vs Harvard Crimson?

Merrimack Warriors 7, Harvard Crimson 31 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Merrimack Warriors vs Harvard Crimson?

Harvard Crimson won with a final score of 7–31.

Where can I find the Merrimack Warriors vs Harvard Crimson box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767704.

Who led Merrimack Warriors vs Harvard Crimson in passing?

Jaden Craig (Harvard) led passers with 296.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Merrimack Warriors at Harvard Crimson in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.