The Maryland Terrapins used 416 yards of total offense, including 262 on the ground to run past Minnesota, 31-24, in the Big Ten opener. Terrapins quarterback Max Bortenschlager threw a pair of touchdown passes and running back Ty Johnson burst free for a go-ahead score in the final minutes. Minnesota dropped their first game of the season as they kicked off conference play.
Gophers struggle to defend the run
The Gophers struggled to defend the run in Saturday’s game vs. Maryland. The Terps got off to a quick start, averaging 5.2 yards per carry in the first quarter.