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Gophers football focuses on offensive explosiveness during fall camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Gophers football focuses on offensive explosiveness during fall camp

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The Minnesota Gophers held an open practice on August 7, showcasing their emphasis on a more explosive offense for the upcoming season. Despite finishing 8-5 in 2025, the team ranked 129th nationally for plays over 30 yards last season. Key highlights included quarterback Drake Lindsey's long throws, with a 55-yard touchdown pass, and impressive plays from tight end prospect Roman Voss. Defensive standout Zach Harden made a notable play by forcing a fumble during practice. The Gophers are set to face Eastern Illinois in their season opener on September 3.

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•The Gophers ranked 129th in big plays last season.
•Drake Lindsey connected on a 55-yard touchdown pass.
•Roman Voss lined up as a wildcat quarterback during practice.
•Zach Harden forced a fumble on a defensive play.
•Next game is against Eastern Illinois on September 3.

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The Gophers’ offense mustered only 14 total plays for more than 30 yards last season, ranking 129th in the nation. Minnesota finished 8-5 in 2025, but that average of roughly one big play per game wasn’t remotely good enough — and has been a major focus in fall camp. “We have to be an explosive offense,” head coach P.J. Fleck said Friday. Minnesota backed it up by airing it out out during an ...
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