Minnesota opens the season at home against FCS foe Eastern Illinois
Minnesota will begin their college football season at home against Eastern Illinois on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET. This marks the first annual subscription, billed at $205.00 plus GST for one year, which will automatically renew at $233.00 plus GST every 52 weeks. Eastern Illinois enters the game with a 1-0 record, while Minnesota starts the season 0-0. The game will take place at the University of Minnesota's stadium.
Cole LaCrue leads Eastern Illinois' offense with 101 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. Drake Lindsey is the top performer for Minnesota, throwing for 2,382 yards, 18 touchdowns and six interceptions. Minnesota's offense averages 298.3 yards per game, ranking 109th in the FCS.
Eastern Illinois claimed a 28-14 victory over Murray State in their season opener, while Minnesota secured an 8-5 record after defeating New Mexico 20-17 in the Rate Bowl. The two teams will next face off against Indiana State on September 12 and Mississippi State on the same date, respectively.
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