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Linebacker Jack Gibbens levels a hit on a Bowling Green University player during the 2021 Homecoming Game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn.

Senior linebacker Jack Gibbens leading defense in first season with Gophers football

by Tony Liebert
Published October 20, 2021
Abilene Christian graduate transfer Jack Gibbens continues to shine in his first season donning the maroon & gold.
Redshirts sophomore Trey Potts scores a touchdown against the University of Miami-Ohio on Staurday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Huntington Bank Staduim in Minneapolis, Minn.

Gophers’ football set to replace running back Trey Potts by committee

by Tony Liebert
Published October 18, 2021
With starting running back Trey Potts likely out for the season, the Gophers will need more than one player to fill his void.
Wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell raises his arms in celebration of a touchdown at Huntington Bank Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. The Gophers defeated Penn State 31-26 to bring their record to 9-0, a first since 1904.

Gophers overcome second-half struggles and take down Nebraska 30-23

by Tony Liebert, Sports Reporter
Published October 16, 2021
After controlling the first half, a big performance from the Minnesota defensive line proved to be crucial in Saturday’s contest.
Redshirt sophomore Tey Potts carries the ball during a game against the University of Miami-Ohio on Staurday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Huntington Bank Staduim in Minneapolis, Minn.

BREAKING: Gophers running back Trey Potts expected to miss remainder of 2021 season

by Tony Liebert, Sports Reporter
Published October 11, 2021
P.J. Fleck opened his weekly press conference saying that he doesn’t expect Potts to play the rest of the year.
Sophomore punter Mark Crawford ready to hold for Matthew Trickett’s kick, Sept. 18, 2021, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colo. Photo courtesy of Gopher Athletics.

Gophers football’s punter Mark Crawford and special teams shine in rainy victory over Purdue

by Tony Liebert
Published October 7, 2021
Sophomore Mark Crawford had an outstanding day punting the ball in Minnesota’s win against Purdue on Saturday.
Redshirt Senior Chris Autman-Bell faces the sidelines during a game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana, on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021

 Gophers football rallies in the second half against Purdue to earn a 20-13 comeback win

by Michael Lyne, Sports Reporter
Published October 2, 2021
Defensive back Tyler Nubin secured the win for the Gophers with an interception on Purdue’s last drive of the game.
Eyes ahead, quarterback Tanner Morgan looks to pass the ball during the Gophers football game against Bowling Green at Huntington Bank Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 25. The Gophers fell to the Falcons, 14-10.

Gophers football’s loss to Bowling Green among the worst in program history

by Tony Liebert, Sports Reporter
Published September 30, 2021
Minnesota’s unexpected 10-14 loss at the hands of Bowling Green has sparked conversation of where it ranks amongst the program’s worst.
Eyes ahead, quarterback Tanner Morgan looks to pass the ball during the Gophers football game against Bowling Green at Huntington Bank Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 25. The Gophers fell to the Falcons, 14-10.

 Homecoming Heartbreak: Gophers upset by the Bowling Green Falcons 14-10.

by Matthew Kennedy, Sports Reporter
Published September 25, 2021
Tanner Morgan threw a game-sealing interception with 17 seconds left in the game, his second of the year.
Redshirt senior tight end Ko Kieft, center, raises a fist as he rallies his teammates at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn.

‘He’s the attitude of this team’: Ko Kieft has become unsung hero of Gophers football

by Tony Liebert
Published September 23, 2021
Veteran Ko Kieft’s violent play style has brought an edge to the Gophers’ running game.
Redshirts sophomore Trey Potts scores a touchdown against the University of Miami-Ohio on Staurday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Huntington Bank Staduim in Minneapolis, Minn.

Gophers take down Colorado 30-0 in first road game of season

by Tony Liebert, Sports Reporter
Published September 18, 2021
A big day from the Gophers’ offensive line led to a dominant 30-0 win over Colorado.

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