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Gophers showed warning signs. P.J. Fleck addressed them head on
Fleck said Minnesota confronted bad body language and complacency after the loss, then responded with a 41-7 win over Akron.
- Following a 38-13 loss to Mississippi State, Minnesota head coach Fleck challenged his staff and players to address 'negativity' observed at the Larson Football Performance Center on Sunday. The Gophers responded with a 41-7 victory over Akron on Saturday.
- Fleck warned that negative attitudes create an 'IV' that 'drips away at the program,' explaining that making 'deals with yourself' to skip effort undermines team culture and performance.
- Quarterback Drake Lindsey threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns against Akron, stating the recent defeat 'doesn't define this team' as the Gophers look to move forward.
- Minnesota experienced a similar 'come-to-Jesus moment' last year following a 27-14 road loss at California, rebounding to beat Rutgers 31-28 in their Big Ten opener.
- The Gophers now prepare for their Big Ten opener against Washington in Seattle, where the Huskies enter the matchup as a touchdown favorite with a 3-0 record.
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Gophers showed warning signs. P.J. Fleck addressed them head on
Minnesota had a rough Sunday after Mississippi State loss, but flushed it before playing Akron
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