Findlay Football survived a defensive slugfest and a late Ashland rally to escape with a 7-6 victory on Saturday. The Oilers scored the game's only touchdown in the fourth quarter, then came up with one final stop to deny the Eagles a chance to steal the win in the closing seconds.
- Sign Up To Watch College Football On FloCollege
- What To Watch On FloCollege In Week 6
- College Football Games Streaming On FloCollege In Week 6
Ashland's defense made life difficult for Findlay all afternoon, intercepting two passes, recovering a fumble and blocking a field goal attempt. The Eagles turned that defensive effort into a 3-0 lead in the second quarter when Nate Russell drilled an 18-yard field goal. Findlay couldn't find the end zone before halftime, leaving Ashland in front in a game where every point mattered.
The Oilers finally broke through in the fourth quarter when Chase Harrison connected with J. Williams on a 1-yard touchdown pass. The extra point put Findlay ahead 7-3, and Russell's second field goal brought Ashland within one at 7-6, setting up a dramatic finish.
Ashland got one last shot to complete the comeback. Coy Hamic moved the Eagles downfield with completions to Andrew McKnight and Chris Brown, including a fourth-down conversion that pushed the ball to the Findlay 48-yard line. But Findlay's defense held firm, forcing two incompletions to end the threat and preserve a hard-fought one-point victory.
Read the full recap of the game and subscribe to FloCollege for FCS, D2 and D3 football throughout the season.
6:44 PM
Findlay Edges Ashland 7-6 In Defensive Battle
Findlay holds off Ashland for a 7-6 victory as both defenses come up with key stops, including interceptions, a fumble recovery and a blocked field goal attempt.
Statistical Leaders:
- Findlay QB Chase Harrison - 9/15, 64 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INT; 7 CAR, 5 YDS
- Findlay RB Dominic Bennett - 18 CAR, 119 YDS; 3 REC, 56 YDS
- Findlay WR Cameron Wright - 7 REC, 42 YDS
- Ashland QB Coy Hamic - 13/29, 149 YDS, 2 INT; 4 CAR, 11 YDS
- Ashland RB Willtrell Hartson - 14 CAR, 45 YDS; 2 REC, 13 YDS
- Ashland WR D.J. Harvey - 4 REC, 68 YDS
6:40 PM
Findlay Holds Off Ashland to Secure 7-6 Victory
Findlay hangs on to defeat Ashland 7-6 after stopping a late Eagles drive in the final seconds.
Ashland moves from its own 21-yard line to the Findlay 48, with Coy Hamic completing a 17-yard pass to Andrew McKnight and a 14-yard fourth-down completion to Chris Brown. But Hamic's next two passes fall incomplete as time expires.
Findlay's defense comes up with the stops it needs to preserve the one-point win in a hard-fought Great Midwest Athletic Conference matchup.
6:35 PM
Findlay's Drive Stalls After Reaching the Red Zone
Findlay moves to the Ashland 18-yard line on a 14-yard completion from Chase Harrison to Cameron Wright on fourth-and-3, but the Oilers struggle to gain ground from there.
Dominic Bennett loses 2 yards on the next play, and a holding penalty pushes Findlay back to the Ashland 30. Bennett gains 7 yards on second-and-22 and 2 more on third down, setting up fourth-and-13 from the Ashland 21.
Harrison's pass to Denny Furlong falls incomplete with 40 seconds remaining, giving Ashland one final opportunity to rally while trailing 7-6.
6:28 PM
Findlay Takes Over Near Midfield at the Two-Minute Warning
Findlay has a chance to protect its 7-6 lead after forcing Ashland to punt from deep in its own territory with two minutes remaining.
The Eagles take over at their own 2-yard line but manage just 1 yard on three plays. Landon Kuzma punts 48 yards, and Dominic Bennett returns it 12 yards to the Ashland 39.
Findlay's offense takes over in favorable field position with 2:00 remaining. The Oilers look to run down the clock and keep Ashland from getting another chance to take the lead.
6:20 PM
Findlay's Drive Stalls Near the Red Zone
Findlay moves into Ashland territory but cannot capitalize, punting the ball back to the Eagles with 3:16 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Dominic Bennett breaks off a 23-yard run to the Ashland 43-yard line, and Chase Harrison connects with Donovan O'Leary for an 11-yard gain to help move the chains. However, the Oilers' rushing attack stalls, and they are stopped on third-and-3 at the Ashland 36 before Owen Clevenger punts 34 yards to the Eagles' 2-yard line.
6:10 PM
Ashland Cuts Into Findlay's Lead With Nate Russell Field Goal
Ashland answers Findlay's touchdown with a field goal, trimming the deficit to 7-6 with 7:47 remaining in the fourth quarter. Coy Hamic connects with D.J. Harvey for a 39-yard completion to the Findlay 10-yard line, setting up the Eagles inside the red zone. After two incomplete passes and a 6-yard run by Willtrell Hartson, Nate Russell converts a 21-yard field goal.
6:04 PM
Findlay Takes 7-3 Lead On Chase Harrison Touchdown Pass
Findlay takes a 7-3 lead over Ashland after Chase Harrison connects with Jakar Williams for a 1-yard touchdown pass with 10:05 remaining in the fourth quarter. The Oilers put together a sustained drive, converting a third-and-10 with a 12-yard completion to Khilee White before Christian Davis and Harrison helped move the ball inside the 10-yard line. Zachary Barzd converts the extra point to give Findlay the lead.
The first touchdown of the DAY😁☀️
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 10, 2026
Chase Harrison connects with Jakar Williams for a 1 yard TD after Dominic Bennett was *just* short on the carry!
📺: https://t.co/wU5Ay7Own5@GreatMidwestAC | @FindlayOilers #G_MAC | Aug 27 - Nov 22 | Live on FloCollege📺 pic.twitter.com/NVibTmW1Fx5:56 PM
End Of Third Quarter - Findlay Moves Into Ashland Territory
Findlay carries the ball into the fourth quarter after taking over at its own 48-yard line. Christian Davis leads the drive with runs of 6, 5 and 4 yards, moving the Oilers to the Ashland 42. A false start pushes Findlay back 5 yards, and the teams head into the final quarter with the Oilers facing second-and-11.
5:54 PM
Ashland Punts After Three-And-Out
Ashland cannot capitalize on the interception, going three-and-out on its next possession. Willtrell Hartson gains 1 yard on first down, and Coy Hamic completes a 3-yard pass to Hartson on third-and-9, forcing the Eagles to punt. Landon Kuzma sends it 41 yards, and Cameron Wright returns it 13 yards to the Findlay 48-yard line.
5:52 PM
Kayden Myers Intercepts Chase Harrison To Give Ashland Possession
Ashland's defense forces another turnover as Kayden Myers intercepts Findlay quarterback Chase Harrison. The Oilers move into Ashland territory on a 5-yard completion to Cameron Wright and a 2-yard run by Dominic Bennett, but Harrison's pass on third-and-3 is picked off by Myers, giving the Eagles the ball back.
PICKED OFF BY KAYDEN MYERS!
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 10, 2026
Ashland ends Findlay's drive as Kayden Myers intercepts a pass from Oilers' Chase Harrison🫣
📺: https://t.co/wU5Ay7Own5@GreatMidwestAC | @AshlandFB#G_MAC | Aug 27 - Nov 22 | Live on FloCollege📺 pic.twitter.com/16Zb4NfyzF5:48 PM
Findlay Recovers Fumble To End Ashland's Drive
Ashland moves the ball from its own 28-yard line to the 43, but a fumble ends the drive. Riley Caldwell recovers for Findlay, giving the Oilers possession.
5:45 PM
Ashland Defense Forces Turnover On Downs
Ashland's defense comes up with a stop after Findlay takes over at the Ashland 35-yard line. The Oilers turn to Dominic Bennett on four consecutive rushing attempts, but the Eagles hold firm, stopping Bennett for a 1-yard loss on fourth-and-2 at the Ashland 28. Ashland takes over with 8:29 remaining in the third quarter.
5:42 PM
Findlay Intercepts Coy Hamic To Stop Ashland Drive
Ashland moves the ball into Findlay territory behind completions from Coy Hamic to D.J. Harvey and Luke Brenner, but the drive ends with an interception. Jon Slaper picks off Hamic at the Findlay 41-yard line, giving Findlay possession.
5:35 PM
Start Of Third Quarter
Findlay kicks off to begin the second half, and Ashland takes over at its own 25-yard line after a touchback.
5:18 PM
End Of Half – Ashland Leads Findlay 3-0 Behind Defensive Battle
Statistical Leaders:
- Ashland QB Coy Hamic — 3/8, 33 YDS, 1 INT
- Ashland RB Willtrell Hartson — 7 CAR, 23 YDS; 1 REC, 10 YDS
- Ashland WR D.J. Harvey — 2 REC, 23 YDS
- Findlay QB Andrew Leonard — 9/12, 103 YDS, 0 TD, 0 INT; 6 CAR, 15 YDS
- Findlay RB Dominic Bennett — 3 CAR, 60 YDS; 3 REC, 56 YDS
- Findlay WR Cameron Wright — 4 REC, 22 YDS
5:14 PM
Ashland Takes 3-0 Lead Into Halftime After Stopping Findlay
Ashland carries a 3-0 lead into halftime after its defense stops Findlay from scoring despite a late drive into the red zone.
The Oilers moved into Ashland territory when Andrew Leonard connected with Dominic Bennett for a 41-yard completion to the Eagles' 29-yard line. Findlay eventually reached the Ashland 19, converting a fourth-and-1 with a 1-yard Leonard run, but three consecutive incomplete passes ended the threat.
5:04 PM
Findlay Looks to Respond Before Halftime
Findlay is putting together a drive late in the second quarter as the two-minute warning hits, trailing Ashland 3-0.
Andrew Leonard has connected with Hudson Byers for a 12-yard gain on third-and-11 to help the Oilers move out from their own 8-yard line. Leonard has also found Dominic Bennett and Cameron Wright through the air as Findlay works toward midfield.
The Oilers have the ball at their own 30-yard line with 2:00 remaining in the first half.
4:55 PM
Ashland Gets on the Board With a Field Goal
Ashland breaks the scoreless tie with a field goal after a big pass play from Coy Hamic to D.J. Harvey sets the Eagles up inside the 5-yard line.
Hamic connects with Harvey for a 24-yard completion to the Findlay 4. Ashland's running game is held to short gains near the goal line, but Nate Russell converts an 18-yard field goal to give the Eagles a 3-0 lead with 5:16 left in the first half.
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN - POINTS HAVE BEEN SCORED🤩
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 10, 2026
20 Minutes into the matchup, Ashland puts the first points on the board with a 18 yd FG from Nate Russell!@GreatMidwestAC | @AshlandFB #G_MAC | Aug 27 - Nov 22 | Live on FloCollege📺: https://t.co/wU5Ay7P4cD pic.twitter.com/IPIq96brZH4:52 PM
Talkington Forces a Fumble to Give Ashland Possession
Ashland's defense comes up with another big play, as Jack Talkington recovers a fumble by Findlay running back Christian Davis to give the Eagles possession.
After Ashland punts from its own 42-yard line, Findlay takes over at its own 10. Davis picks up 16 yards on the next play but loses the ball, allowing Talkington to recover and give Ashland another opportunity.
4:46 PM
Interceptions Halt Both Teams' Drives
The defenses continue to dictate the game as Ashland and Findlay trade interceptions in a span of seconds.
After Findlay punts from its own 27-yard line, Ashland takes over at its own 23. Coy Hamic throws an interception to Mason Kucera on the first play of the drive, giving the Oilers possession at the Ashland 29.
Findlay's opportunity is short-lived, however, as Chase Harrison is intercepted by Jack Talkington on the first play of the ensuing drive.
4:40 PM
Both Defenses Keep the Game Scoreless
Findlay and Ashland continue to trade defensive stops in the second quarter, with neither team able to capitalize on its opportunities.
Findlay advances to the Ashland 48-yard line but comes up short on third-and-6, sending Owen Clevenger out for a 48-yard punt. Ashland takes over at its own 20 but gains just nine yards on three rushing attempts before Landon Kuzma punts the ball back.
4:34 PM
Findlay Drives Into Ashland Territory as First Quarter Ends
Findlay puts together another promising drive, moving from its own 7-yard line to the 43 before the first quarter comes to a close. Andrew Leonard leads the Oilers down the field with completions to Hudson Byers and Cameron Wright, while also picking up 8 yards on a third-and-5 scramble.
Ashland's defense had forced Findlay to punt on its previous possession, but the Oilers are starting to find some rhythm offensively. The teams remain scoreless heading into the second quarter.
4:22 PM
Ashland Blocks Findlay's Field Goal Attempt
Findlay threatens to score after Dominic Bennett breaks free for a 54-yard run to the Ashland 19-yard line. However, the Oilers lose ground on the next two plays, including a sack by Ben Holzopfel and Jack Talkington that pushes them back to the Ashland 28.
Chase Harrison completes a 9-yard pass to Nash Biglin on third-and-19, but Zachary Barzd's 36-yard field goal attempt is blocked, keeping Findlay off the scoreboard.
4:16 PM
Ashland Defense Forces an Early Punt
Findlay's opening drive ends in a punt after Ashland's defense records two sacks to push the Oilers out of scoring range. Findlay gains 16 yards on five plays before Owen Clevenger boots a 56-yard punt.
Ashland takes over at its own 15-yard line but struggles to move the ball. Coy Hamic completes a 10-yard pass to Willtrell Hartson to convert a third down, but two consecutive incompletions force the Eagles to punt.
4:00 PM
Kickoff Is Underway
The 2026 matchup between Ashland and Findlay is officially underway. The Eagles and Oilers are set to battle in a pivotal Great Midwest Athletic Conference showdown, with both teams looking to make a statement in Week 6.
3:45 PM
Findlay's Balanced Offense Powers Strong Start
Findlay's offense has been productive through the first five games of the 2026 season, averaging 36.6 points and 412.8 yards per game.
The Oilers have found success through a balanced attack, averaging 162 rushing yards and 250.8 passing yards per contest.
3:30 PM
Ashland Defense Ranks Among Division II's Best
Ashland's defense has been one of the toughest in NCAA Division II through the 2026 season, ranking among the nation's top 10 in three categories.
The Eagles rank fifth in rushing defense, allowing 74.2 yards per game, seventh in total defense at 242.2 yards per game and eighth in first downs allowed with 66.
3:15 PM
Ashland and Findlay Renew Longstanding Rivalry
Ashland holds a 31-18-4 advantage over Findlay in a series that dates back to 1924. The Eagles won three straight meetings before the Oilers snapped the streak in 2025.
Findlay earned a 14-3 victory in last season’s matchup between two top-15 teams, securing a share of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference title. The Oilers also avenged a heartbreaking four-overtime loss to Ashland in 2023.
3:00 PM
Findlay Oilers Football Schedule
- Oct. 10 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – vs. Ashland
- Oct. 17 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Hillsdale
- Oct. 24 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – vs. Walsh
- Oct. 31 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Thomas More
- Nov. 7 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – vs. Lake Erie
- Nov. 14 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Tiffin
2:45 PM
Ashland Eagles Football Schedule
- Oct. 10 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Findlay
- Oct. 17 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Thomas More
- Oct. 24 (Sat), 1:00 p.m. ET – vs. Kentucky Wesleyan
- Oct. 31 (Sat), 1:00 p.m. ET – vs. Northwood
- Nov. 7 (Sat), 12:00 p.m. ET – at Hillsdale
- Nov. 14 (Sat), 2:00 p.m. ET – at Lake Erie
2:30 PM
Join The College Football Conversation
- Follow us on Twitter @FloCollegeFB
- Follow us on Instagram @FloCollegeFootball
- Follow us on TikTok @FloCollegeFootball
- Watch us on YouTube
- Like us on Facebook