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Minnesota rallies to defeat Michigan 20-14 in thrilling finish

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 8:36 PM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Minnesota rallies to defeat Michigan 20-14 in thrilling finish

Summary

Minnesota earned a significant victory over Michigan on October 3, 2026, winning 20-14. The Golden Gophers trailed 14-7 at halftime but scored 13 unanswered points in the second half. Quarterback Bryce Underwood's late overthrow on a crucial fourth down gave Minnesota possession with under a minute remaining, allowing them to seal the win. The victory marked Minnesota's first home win over Michigan since 1977 and improved their season record to 4-1. P.J. Fleck, in his 10th season as head coach, expressed immense pride in his team following the game.

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By the Numbers

•Minnesota improves to 4-1 overall after the win.
•First home win over Michigan since 1977.
•P.J. Fleck praised his team's performance postgame.
•Minnesota intercepted Bryce Underwood twice during the game.
•Next up for Minnesota is a match against Purdue on October 10.

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