Gophers are searching for a pass rush

The Golden Gophers are one of eight teams playing college football at the Division I level that have yet to record a sack. The lack of a pass rush has allowed USC and New Mexico State to pile up passing yards. Minnesota wants that to change this weekend.
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The Golden Gophers are one of eight teams playing college football at the Division I level that have yet to record a sack. The lack of a pass rush has allowed USC and New Mexico State to pile up passing yards. Minnesota wants that to change this weekend.

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