Drake Lindsey, coordinators headline key questions for Gophers' second half
The second half of Minnesota's 2026 regular season could have a lot of different outcomes.
The Gophers have reached the halfway mark in their 2026 regular-season schedule, with a 4-2 record. Quarterback Drake Lindsey has been a key player, completing 64.8% of his passes for 1,335 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. While his development is promising, with numbers slightly better than last season's, his inconsistency has been a concern.
Five of Minnesota's last six opponents have defenses ranked in the top 40 in yards allowed per game, indicating a challenging stretch ahead. The debate revolves around the effectiveness of offensive coordinator Greg Harbaugh Jr. and defensive coordinator Danny Collins. Harbaugh has been the primary offensive playcaller for over 40 games, yet the Gophers' offense still lacks a clear identity.
Collins, in his second season, has shown greater potential but is still early in his college career. The upcoming games, especially against Iowa and Indiana, are crucial. Winning these games could provide the much-needed momentum for the Gophers.
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