Princeton football (0–1 overall, 0–0 Ivy League) struggled across all fronts in their opening day loss to Lehigh (3–1 overall, 0–0 Patriot League) despite some moments of brilliance. In turn, the Tigers snapped their opening week win streak which stretched back to 2015.
Princeton also broke their three game win streak against Lehigh, which dated back to 2018. It’s important to note, however, that it was the Tigers’ first game while it was Lehigh’s fourth — and that disparity in the respective teams’ game experience this season was certainly evident.
Princeton had a shaky first half to start the season. Despite a few flashes by the Princeton offense in the first quarter, including a 36-yard pass from junior quarterback Blaine Hipa to senior receiver Matthew Mahoney, Lehigh dominated on both sides of the ball. On defense, Lehigh stopped the Princeton rushing attack, forcing the Tigers to lean on the pass. …