Ayden Fernandez, strong defense power Reagan past Brandeis for first victory
The two-way athlete took on a bigger role as a running back to lead the Rattlers' offense as Reagan opened District 28-6A with a win over the Broncos.
Ayden Fernandez led Reagan to a 35-20 victory over Brandeis in a District 28-6A football game at Farris Stadium on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The strong defensive performance, coupled with Fernandez's impressive rushing performance, secured the Rattlers' first win of the season. Fernandez rushed for 164 yards and scored two touchdowns, while Jayden Horace and Steven Robinson returned two interceptions for touchdowns.
Brandeis' senior quarterback Wynter Smith managed only 110 rushing yards and one touchdown. The win puts Reagan on a 1-3 record and preserves a 7-0 all-time series against Brandeis.
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