Gophers offense struggles in close loss to No. 4 Indiana
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Minnesota's offense underperformed during a close matchup against No. 4 Indiana on Saturday. Quarterback Drake Lindsey struggled, completing 20 of 37 passes for 120 yards, and the team managed only 10 first downs. Despite a strong defensive effort led by Danny Collins, the Gophers could not secure a win. The team continues to grapple with offensive consistency as they face critical upcoming matches.
- •Drake Lindsey has a turnover in six consecutive games.
- •Minnesota's offense totaled just 95 rushing yards against Indiana.
- •Danny Collins is solidifying his reputation as a Big Ten coordinator.
- •Indiana's defense posed significant challenges for the Gophers' offensive line.
- •P.J. Fleck faces pressure to improve the offensive performance.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Gophers-Indiana player/coach ratings: Drake Lindsey's struggles continue
"A concerning performance from the Gophers' offense was too much to overcome.
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