Currently a graduate student defender, Cesarone faced a long journey to get to Big Ten stardom.

Gophers put an end to their three-game losing streak after shutting down Rutgers offense.

Gophers’ position in the Big Ten and what they need to look out for in the future.

All three phases collapse, while redshirt freshman Athan Kaliakmanis makes his first career start.

The receivers are having trouble reclaiming their place on offense after the group lost their star player.

Tanner Morgan leaves the game after an apparent head injury while Minnesota drops to 4-2 this season.

Illinois’ RB Chase Brown leads the country in rushing with 879 yards through six games.

The cornerback and safety groups defended against quarterback Aidan O’Connell and wide receiver Charlie Jones, forcing season-low numbers.

Gophers star running back Mohamed Ibrahim did not play a single snap.

Minnesota will welcome a 2-2 Purdue squad to a pivotal week five Big Ten contest.