Game recap
Offensive MVP
Drew Wolitarsky, Gophers
He had nine receptions for 114 yards — both career highs — including a 38-yard touchdown.
Defensive MVP
Steven Richardson, Gophers
Coach Jerry Kill said it was an All-America performance — three tackles for a loss for a defensive tackle.
By the NUMBERS
19: Yards gained by the Gophers in the first quarter.
6: Drives without a first down to start the game for Minnesota.
7: Career interceptions for Briean Boddy-Calhoun.
3-26: Gophers' record when trailing at halftime under Jerry Kill.
3-3: Gophers' record in their past six games when trailing at halftime.
45: Career-high passing attempts by Mitch Leidner.
23: Career-high completions by Leidner.
108: Rushing yards for Rodney Smith in first career start.
JOE CHRISTENSEN