Shannon Brooks
FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Minnesota running back Mohamed Ibrahim (24) carries the ball as Rutgers defensive back Christian Izien (12) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Sarah Stier, File)
Getting Bateman back could be game-changer for Gophers

By Dave Campbell Oct. 14, 2020 04:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 28, 2019, file photo, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck celebrates a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind. Fleck believes keeping an open line of communication is the key to allowing him to redshirt a player without resistance, and avoid having an athlete make the decision himself. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
No. 5 Penn St., No. 13 Minnesota set for clash of unbeatens

By Eric Olson Nov. 07, 2019 03:00 AM EST

Minnesota running back Rodney Smith stays on his feet as Nebraska linebacker Mohamed Barry tries to tackle him during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Rodney Smith, unbeaten Gophers run over Huskers 34-7

By Dave Campbell Oct. 12, 2019 11:09 PM EDT

Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan (2) passes against Illinois in the first quarter at an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Brrrr: Unbeaten Gophers embrace cold night game vs. Huskers

By Dave Campbell Oct. 11, 2019 01:14 PM EDT

Rodney Smith, Gophers run over Illinois on way to 40-17 win

By Brian Hall Oct. 05, 2019 07:10 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Tanner Morgan saw the defense sink towards the line of scrimmage preparing to stop Minnesota's surging rushing attack. The Gophers quarterback...

Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell (7) heads to the end zone past Purdue cornerback Dedrick Mackey (1) after a catch during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Gophers follow near-perfect script in 38-31 win at Purdue

By Michael Marot Sep. 28, 2019 07:14 PM EDT

Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against TCU in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Boilers hope bye week fixes lead to rebound against Gophers

By Michael Marot Sep. 27, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan (2) passes under the pressure of Georgia Southern linebacker Lane Ecton (7) in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Johnson lifts Minnesota late to beat Georgia Southern 35-32

By Dave Campbell Sep. 14, 2019 07:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Minnesota running back Mohamed Ibrahim (24) runs past Wisconsin cornerback Rachad Wildgoose (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Madison, Wis. Minnesota takes a stacked offense and increased confidence into the third season under coach P.J. Fleck, but the Gophers better be prepared for their opener against neighbor South Dakota State, which is ranked fourth in the FCS poll. (AP Photo/Andy Manis, File)
Gophers will send deep backfield at SDSU in opener

By Dave Campbell Aug. 28, 2019 12:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Minnesota wide receiver Tyler Johnson catches a pass against Miami (Ohio) in the second half of an NCAA football game in Minneapolis. Minnesota returns a major portion of its offense from the strong finish to last season that featured a dominant victory at rival Wisconsin, led by wide receiver Tyler Johnson and running back Mohamed Ibrahim. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
After strong 2018 finish, Gophers enter pivotal season

By Dave Campbell Aug. 13, 2019 06:09 PM EDT

Indiana running back Mike Majette controls the ball against Minnesota's Blake Cashman during an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 38-31. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Morgan, Minnesota top Indiana 38-31 on late 67-yard TD pass

By Dave Campbell Oct. 26, 2018 11:48 PM EDT

Nebraska head coach Scott Frost tips his cap to spectators as he runs off the field following the team's first win of the season in an NCAA college football game against Minnesota in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
Huskers beat Minnesota 53-28 for 1st win under Scott Frost

By Eric Olson Oct. 20, 2018 07:45 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2018, file photo, Nebraska linebacker Mohamed Barry (7) celebrates a sack of Colorado quarterback Steven Montez (12) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb. If Nebraska needs any extra incentive to pick up its elusive first win Saturday, players who were on the field against Minnesota last year need only remember what happened in that game. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Winless Huskers are still sore about 2017 loss to Minnesota

By Eric Olson Oct. 19, 2018 04:00 AM EDT

Status of Minnesota RB Brooks 'evolving' following arrest

Oct. 16, 2018 05:15 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota running back Shannon Brooks has returned to the team following his weekend arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic assault. ...

Weekend Sports in Brief

By The Associated Press Oct. 15, 2018 03:14 AM EDT
SOCCER FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Tobin Heath and Alex Morgan each scored twice in the first half and United States earned a spot in the World Cup next...

Gophers running back Brooks accused of domestic assault

Oct. 14, 2018 01:10 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Gophers running back Shannon Brooks has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic assault. The...

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, file photo, Minnesota's Antoine Winfield Jr. (11) is congratulated by teammates after intercepting a pass in the end zone during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Fresno State in Minneapolis. Winfield, the son of the former Minnesota Vikings safety, is playing the same position for the Gophers and quickly establishing himself as a team leader. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)
Winning with Winfield: Minnesota safety plays up to his name

By Dave Campbell Sep. 14, 2018 12:24 PM EDT