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Minnesota freshman running back Ryan Estrada will miss the 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Minnesota freshman running back Ryan Estrada will miss the 2026 season

Summary

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck confirmed that freshman running back Ryan Estrada will miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a knee injury. The injury occurred during the fourth quarter of Minnesota's 59-7 win over Eastern Illinois last Thursday. Estrada caught an 11-yard pass and sustained the injury while being tackled on the turf. Before the injury, the freshman had recorded three carries for 10 yards and two receptions for 12 yards, establishing himself as the third running back in the team's rotation. He was also expected to contribute as a primary kick returner. The staff had previously identified him as a contributor capable of bolstering the team's rushing attack this season.

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•Ryan Estrada suffered a season-ending knee injury during the win over Eastern Illinois.
•The freshman finished his debut with three carries and two receptions.
•Estrada was the third running back to receive touches in the season opener.
•The injury sidelines a player expected to contribute to both the offense and special teams.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — P.J. Fleck Confirms Brutal Minnesota Injury After 59-7 Week 1 Win

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Minnesota’s 59-7 season-opening win over Eastern Illinois looked almost entirely positive on the scoreboard. The Golden Gophers dominated, created explosive plays and gave several young players an opportunity to get meaningful snaps.One of those freshmen will not get another opportunity this season.Head coach P.J. Fleck confirmed that freshman running back Ryan Estrada will miss the […] The post P.J. Fleck Confirms Brutal Minnesota Injury After 59-7 Week 1 Win appeared first on HEAVY.
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