Minnesota used 514 total yards to run past the Nebraska Cornhuskers for a 54-21 win. The Gophers took advantage of a Nebraska defense, which has allowed 265 rushing yards per game over the past four weeks. Saturday was the first time since 1945 that Minnesota scored at least 40 points against Nebraska. Quarterback Demry Croft rushed for 183 yards, while the team notched 409 rushing yards and six touchdowns in the blowout victory.
Gophers offense tears up Nebraska’s defense
Minnesota’s offense opened the game with three long scoring drives, including drives of 75, 93 and 72 yards.