Drake Lindsey seeks first road win as Minnesota faces Washington

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Drake Lindsey seeks first road win as Minnesota faces Washington
Summary

Drake Lindsey and the Minnesota Golden Gophers are set to play at Washington, targeting Lindsey's first career road victory. Currently 2-1, Lindsey has demonstrated improved completion rates this season compared to last, but he has yet to achieve success away from home. In five road starts last year, he struggled with a 60.1 completion percentage and more interceptions than touchdowns. Head coach P.J. Fleck expresses confidence in Lindsey's mindset and leadership despite past challenges. Minnesota is a 10-point underdog heading into the matchup.

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  • Drake Lindsey aims for his first road win against Washington
  • Minnesota holds a 2-1 record this season
  • Lindsey improved completion percentage up to 65.0 in 2026
  • Minnesota is a 10-point underdog heading into the game
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  • 6:37 PMYahoo SportsDrake Lindsey’s next step: Proving he can win on the road
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Drake Lindsey will look to pick up his first road win this weekend at Washington.

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