Gophers reclaim Floyd of Rosedale with defensive stand against Iowa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 11:03 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Minnesota earned a dramatic 13-10 victory over Iowa at home on October 24, 2026, marking their first win against the Hawkeyes at home since 2014. The Gophers' defense was pivotal, forcing five turnovers, although they struggled offensively with only nine yards on subsequent drives. After Iowa tied the game late in the fourth quarter, a 39-yard reception set up a 46-yard game-winning field goal. With this win, Minnesota improved to 4-3 and will face No. 6 Indiana next Saturday.
- •Minnesota defeated Iowa 13-10 on October 24, 2026.
- •The Gophers' defense forced five turnovers.
- •They scored their first touchdown after a 71-yard drive in the second half.
- •Iowa tied the game with a quick touchdown drive late in the fourth quarter.
- •Minnesota will play No. 6 Indiana next Saturday.
- 11:03 PMYahoo Sports — Gophers stun Iowa, regain Floyd of Rosedale with unreal defensive performance
"Minnesota made just enough plays to beat Iowa at home for the first time since 2014.
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