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Indiana defeats Minnesota in overtime, keeps Big Ten title hopes

The No. 4 Indiana Hoosiers beat the Minnesota Golden Gophers in overtime at Memorial Stadium, preserving their chances for a Big Ten championship.

By Published · 3:37 PM · Updated · 1 min read
Indiana defeats Minnesota in overtime, keeps Big Ten title hopes

Key points

  • Indiana won 24-21 after a 60‑yard field goal tied the game and an overtime touchdown secured the victory.
  • The win was Indiana’s second straight overtime win, following a win over Michigan the week before.
  • Indiana entered the game with a 7‑1 record and was a 20.5‑point favorite per DraftKings odds.
  • The victory keeps Indiana’s Big Ten title hopes alive after a loss to Ohio State earlier in the month.
  • Head coach Curt Cignetti has guided the Hoosiers to a 7‑1 record since taking over in 2024.

The No. 4 Indiana Hoosiers (7-1) defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-2) in overtime on Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana.

Indiana entered the game with a 7-1 overall record and one Big Ten loss, while Minnesota held a 5-2 overall record and one Big Ten loss.

The matchup was the first meeting between the two programs in five years.

Kickoff was scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET.

Indiana entered as 20.5‑point favorites according to DraftKings Sportsbook odds.

The Hoosiers secured the win after a 60‑yard field goal tied the game and an overtime touchdown gave them the final margin.

The victory marked Indiana’s second consecutive overtime win, following an overtime triumph over Michigan the previous week.

The win kept Indiana’s Big Ten title hopes alive.

Earlier in the month, Indiana suffered its first loss of the season to Ohio State.

Curt Cignetti, who took over as head coach in 2024, has guided the Hoosiers to a 7‑1 record after that loss.

Your questions, answered

How did Indiana win the game against Minnesota?

Indiana tied the game with a 60‑yard field goal and then scored an overtime touchdown to win.

What was the significance of the win for Indiana?

The win kept Indiana’s Big Ten title hopes alive after a loss to Ohio State.

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