{
  "id": 5469742,
  "title": "Four downs from Portland's 28-13 win over Lansing Sexton",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/four-downs-from-portlands-28-13-win-over-lansing-sexton",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T02:26:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/four-downs-portlands-28-13-022600098.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Portland football team secured a 28-13 victory over Lansing Sexton in their inaugural conference game. Senior running back Carson Spenski was the game's standout player, breaking free for a 52-yard touchdown in the first quarter and later rushing for over 100 yards, including a crucial 12-yard score in the fourth quarter. A key moment occurred when senior quarterback Carson Simon fumbled the snap, but offensive lineman Tristan Pohl recovered, scooping up the ball and sprinting 14 yards for a touchdown. This play extended Portland's lead to 14-7. In addition to Spenski's explosive performance, the Raiders' defense dominated Sexton, applying constant pressure on the opposing quarterbacks and recording two sacks. Senior Tayin Curtis also sealed the game with an end-zone interception. Despite Sexton's late rally with a 16-yard touchdown from receiver Willie Brown, Portland's dominant performance maintained their winning streak in the CAAC and set the tone for their upcoming match against Olivet.",
  "summary": "Portland got four touchdowns from four different players in a league-opening win over Lansing Sexton.",
  "key_points": [
    "Portland defeats Lansing Sexton 28-13 in conference debut.",
    "Carson Spenski scores 52-yard TD and rushes for over 100 yards.",
    "Tristan Pohl recovers fumble for 14-yard touchdown."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Portland's win over Lansing Sexton cements their strong standing in the CAAC, showcasing a well-rounded team performance that bodes well for their upcoming match against Olivet.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}