Indiana and Minnesota exchange historic 60-yard field goals in overtime

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Indiana and Minnesota exchange historic 60-yard field goals in overtime
Summary

Indiana defeated Minnesota 23-16 in overtime on November 1, 2026, marked by historic 60-yard field goals from both teams in the final 20 seconds of regulation. After Minnesota's kicker Luke Drzewiecki scored from 60 yards to take a late lead, Indiana equalized with Paddy McAteer's kick from the same distance as time expired. This unprecedented finish is the first of its kind since Division I football began. The victory keeps Indiana in contention despite questions surrounding their title defense and overall performance.

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  • •Both teams kicked 60-yard field goals in the last 20 seconds of regulation.
  • •Indiana's backup QB Grant Wilson threw a 25-yard touchdown in overtime.
  • •The Hoosiers improve to 7-1 for the season.
  • •Curt Cignetti's strategy contributed to the dramatic finish.
  • •This is the first time two 60-yard field goals were made in a Division I game.
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  • 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana-Minnesota made college football history. Kirk Herbstreit lost his mind
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Kirk Herbstreit couldn’t believe his eyes as Indiana and Minnesota traded historic 60-yard field goals in a wild finish.

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