Indiana Hoosiers survive overtime against Minnesota, 23-17

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Indiana Hoosiers survive overtime against Minnesota, 23-17
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In a thrilling matchup on October 31, 2026, the Indiana Hoosiers edged the Minnesota Golden Gophers 23-17 in overtime at Memorial Stadium. With starting quarterback Josh Hoover benched, backup Grant Wilson led the Hoosiers to victory. Lee Beebe Jr. contributed significantly with 15 carries for 84 yards, while Charlie Becker had eight receptions for 149 yards and a touchdown. This victory was crucial for Indiana as they improved to a 7-1 record under head coach Curt Cignetti, who continues to elevate the program’s status following last season's national championship.

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  • •Indiana improves to 7-1 after the overtime win.
  • •Josh Hoover was benched in favor of Grant Wilson.
  • •Lee Beebe Jr. had 84 rushing yards and Charlie Becker caught a touchdown.
  • •Curt Cignetti has led Indiana to a national championship and a Big Ten title.
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The Indiana Hoosiers welcomed PJ Fleck’s Minnesota Golden Gophers to Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana, surviving in overtime with a 23-17 win as starting QB Josh Hoover was benched . Hoover failed to live up to his coach’s expectations going into the game but backup Grant Wilson saved the day as Indiana got a much-needed win. As the game […] The post Indiana coach Curt Cignetti gets epic Halloween tribute from little Hoosiers fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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