Minnesota Golden Gophers defeat Eastern Illinois Panthers 59-7: Recap & Betting Results
Thu, Sep 3, 2026 · NCAAF · Eastern Illinois Panthers 7, Minnesota Golden Gophers 59
The Minnesota Golden Gophers beat the Eastern Illinois Panthers 59-7 on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Minnesota Golden Gophers covered the spread as 40.5-point favorites. The game went over the closing total of 52.5, with 66 points combined.
Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers final score and game recap
The Minnesota Golden Gophers won by 52 points.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Tyren Buggs (Eastern Illinois Panthers): 2 catches for 38 yards, 1 receiving touchdown.
- Cole LaCrue (Eastern Illinois Panthers): 7/12 passing for 51 yards, 1 touchdown, 0 interceptions.
- Drake Lindsey (Minnesota Golden Gophers): 19/24 passing for 264 yards, 1 touchdown, 0 interceptions.
- Darius Taylor (Minnesota Golden Gophers): 14 carries for 56 yards, 3 rushing touchdowns.
Who covered the spread in Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers?
The Minnesota Golden Gophers covered the spread as 40.5-point favorites, winning by 52 points.
Did Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers go over or under the total?
The game went over: 66 points combined against a closing total of 52.5, over by 13.5.
Eastern Illinois Panthers and Minnesota Golden Gophers betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Eastern Illinois Panthers 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
This result left the Minnesota Golden Gophers 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
What's next for Eastern Illinois Panthers and Minnesota Golden Gophers?
Next for the Minnesota Golden Gophers: the Mississippi State Bulldogs at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026.