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Minnesota linebacker Jack Gibbens (47) stops Nebraska running back Rahmir Johnson (14) on a run in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 30-23. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Division-leading Gophers give stout run 'D' test vs. Illini

By Dave Campbell Nov. 04, 2021 01:21 PM EDT

Minnesota running back Bryce Williams, left, runs with the ball against Northwestern safety Brandon Joseph during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill., Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bryce Williams' injury leaves another runner out for Gophers

By Dave Campbell Nov. 01, 2021 01:28 PM EDT

Minnesota running back Mar'Keise Irving, right, celebrates with wide receiver Daniel Jackson after scoring a touchdown run during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern in Evanston, Ill., Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Irving runs for 110 yards in Minnesota 41-14 win

By Patrick Rose Oct. 30, 2021 07:15 PM EDT