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...crowd knew what was coming. The Yale defenders knew what was coming. But Crimson sophomore quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick would not be denied...
Throughout much of the first half, yards had come at a premium for Harvard. But Fitzpatrick assumed the reigns of the Crimson offense with just under five minutes remaining in the second quarter and energized the Harvard attack, using both his right arm and his legs to lead the Crimson to three third-quarter touchdowns...
...Fitzpatrick was able to spread the wealth, connecting with standout senior wide receiver Carl Morris twice for huge gains despite the blustery conditions. But Fitzpatrick’s speed also gave Harvard the option of keeping the ball on the ground instead of having to challenge the wind. The threat of a draw by Fitzpatrick immobilized the Yale defense, adding a dimension to the Crimson offense not present under starter and captain Neil Rose...
...talked about it last night,” Harvard coach Tim Murphy said. “With the weather report, [it was a] forgone conclusion that if we got into this type of game, [Fitzpatrick] was going to be the guy, because he gives you that extra option you don’t have with a pro-style quarterback like Neil. He’s got a knack for gaining yards...
...every passing record in Harvard history, but coming off his worst game in two years against Penn, Rose should be pumped up as he finishes his career in front of the home crowd. Rose has completed a gaudy 67.8 percent of his passes and has thrown eight touchdown passes. Fitzpatrick has also thrown eight TDs and has zero interceptions. Additionally, Fitzpatrick is the team’s leading rusher despite having only started three of Harvard’s nine games this season...