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Penn State…come on down! The Gophers avoided the infamous “trap game” narrative and took care of business on Oct. 26 with a 52-10 win over Maryland. The Gophers played an almost perfect first half, making few mistakes en route to a 28-3 halftime lead. The win–along with a Nittany Lions win over Michigan State–sets up […] READ MORE
The Gophers football season has already supplied many highlights, garnered national attention and put the Big Ten and country on notice that P.J. Fleck’s third year magic is in full effect. The spotlight and attention may be amped up to unmatched territory if ESPN’s popular College Game Day program chooses Minnesota as its destination on […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House (@DanielHouseNFL) (Article Photo Courtesy of GopherSports) Through seven games, the Minnesota football program continues to break records and post impressive metrics. After a 42-7 win over Rutgers, the Gophers improved to 7-0 for the first time since 1960. Dating back to last year, Minnesota’s nine-game winning streak is the program’s longest since […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House (@DanielHouseNFL) When the Gophers’ rushing attack is clicking, everything changes. Minnesota can control the time of possession, pick up first downs and create favorable perimeter matchups for its wide receivers. Dating back to his days at Western Michigan, P.J. Fleck and his offensive staff have always valued time of possession. The Gophers […] READ MORE
6-0. For the first time in 16 years, the Gophers have won the first six games of the season with a 34-7 win over Nebraska. Dating back to last year, the Gophers have now won eight straight games, the longest streak since 1948-1949. In victory No. 6, the Gophers used the running game once again, […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House (DanielHouseNFL) Photo credit: Nikki Moore Photography Even in the heart of intense conference competition, college football has the power to bring fans together. When Minnesota and Nebraska meet at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday night, fans will be hosting their own “trophy game.” The “$5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy” originated in […] READ MORE
During Saturday’s 40-17 win, the Gophers’ defense was prepared and ready to handle Illinois’ rushing attack. Minnesota’s coaches implemented a strong gameplan that maximized the potential of each position group. With top running back Reggie Corbin in the backfield, defensive coordinator Joe Rossi had to install a scheme that limited Illinois’ rushing success. After being […] READ MORE
During Saturday’s 40-17 win, the Gophers’ defense was prepared and ready to handle Illinois’ rushing attack. Minnesota’s coaches implemented a strong gameplan that maximized the potential of each position group. With top running back Reggie Corbin in the backfield, defensive coordinator Joe Rossi had to install a scheme that limited Illinois’ rushing success. After being […] READ MORE
Led by the defense on Homecoming Saturday, the Gophers improved to 5-0 this afternoon in the team’s 40-17 win over Illinois. With the rain and mist coming down at the beginning of the game, Minnesota relied on Rodney Smith and the running game and never looked back. Smith and Brooks combined for 332 rushing yards, […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House (@DanielHouseNFL) Calling an effective football game is like constructing a symphony. It’s important to use different tempos, concepts and formations to keep a defense on its heels. In music, composers introduce a melody and attempt to build off of it. Whether it’s adding in a new note or chord structure, the goal […] READ MORE