Roman Voss scores first touchdown for Gophers against Akron
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Freshman tight end Roman Voss scored his first college touchdown for the Minnesota Gophers during a Week 3 matchup against Akron. The touchdown was a 16-yard catch from quarterback Drake Lindsey, giving Minnesota an early 7-0 lead. Voss, who previously played quarterback at Jackson County Central High School, transitioned to tight end for the Gophers and has been getting increased playing time this season after limited snaps in earlier games. His performance could indicate a growing role in the Gophers' offense as the season progresses.
- •Roman Voss is a freshman tight end from Minnesota.
- •He scored a 16-yard touchdown in Week 3 against Akron.
- •Voss was Minnesota's Mr. Football last year.
- •He previously played quarterback in high school.
- •Voss has seen an increase in playing time this season.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Highly-touted freshman Roman Voss scores first Gophers TD
"Last year's Minnesota Mr. Football has found the end zone for his first college touchdown.
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