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Drake Lindsey’s Three TD Passes Lead Minnesota Past Akron 41-7
Drake Lindsey passed for 204 yards as Minnesota scored on its first four drives and held Akron to one touchdown.
On Saturday, Minnesota defeated Akron 41-7 in Minneapolis as quarterback Drake Lindsey threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns.
Bouncing back from a 38-13 loss to Mississippi State last week, the Golden Gophers offense lacked balance, running the ball just nine times in the first half.
Running back TJ Thomas added 122 yards on 13 carries, including a 71-yard touchdown scamper, while receivers Roman Voss, Noah Jennings, and Jalen Smith each caught one touchdown pass.
Starting quarterback Cibastian Broughton left the game early with a right knee injury, leaving the Zips to struggle with seven penalties costing 74 yards, two fumbles, and one interception.
The Golden Gophers open Big Ten play next Saturday against Washington, while the Zips host UNLV in their next matchup.