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Minnesota upsets Michigan, claims Little Brown Jug trophy

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Minnesota upsets Michigan, claims Little Brown Jug trophy

Summary

The Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated the Michigan Wolverines 20-14 on Saturday, securing the Little Brown Jug for the first time since 1977. The victory ends a 50-year home win drought against Michigan in this historic rivalry. Darius Taylor rushed for a touchdown, while quarterback Drake Lindsey threw for one despite two interceptions that allowed Michigan to score. Minnesota's defense came up big in the second half, ultimately allowing the Gophers to take the lead with a touchdown pass from Lindsey to Taylor in the fourth quarter.

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•Minnesota claims Little Brown Jug for first time since 1977.
•Victory ends 50-year home win drought against Michigan.
•Darius Taylor scored the game's opening and go-ahead touchdowns.
•Drake Lindsey passed for 136 yards and one touchdown.
•Minnesota's defense secured key takeaways in the second half.

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11:33 PMYahoo Sports — Minnesota Makes History Amid Upset of Michigan

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