Michigan State running back LJ Scott rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Spartans ran past the Gophers for a 30-27 win at TCF Bank Stadium. In a night that featured stagnant first half offense, Minnesota made a quarterback change. Sophomore Demry Croft took over for senior Conor Rhoda and led the Gophers on three scoring drives, completing 11 of his 20 passes for 163 yards. Wide receiver Tyler Johnson added three receiving touchdowns, but it wasn’t enough as the Gophers dropped their third straight conference game.
Gophers make a quarterback change
The coaches decided to make a quarterback change at the 6:38 mark of the second quarter, bringing sophomore Demry Croft into the game.