{
  "id": 10159757,
  "title": "Drake Lindsey throws 3 touchdowns in the first half as Minnesota holds off Washington 27-24",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/drake-lindsey-throws-3-touchdowns-in-the-first-half-as-minnesota",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-27T06:54:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/drake-lindsey-throws-3-touchdowns-065408903.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Drake Lindsey showcased his prowess as Minnesota secured a 27-24 victory over Washington on Saturday night. Lindsey completed his first eight passes and finished with a stellar performance, throwing 204 yards and finding seven different receivers. It marked the first time in his career that he threw three first-half touchdowns. His first score came to Javon Tracy, who caught the ball in the back corner of the end zone for a 41-yard reception and a touchdown. Lindsey then found Quayd Hendryx in the back corner again for a 15-yard touchdown, putting Minnesota up 14-0. In the second half, Lindsey threw another touchdown to Jalen Smith, extending Minnesota's lead to 24-17. Washington's Demond Williams Jr. managed to intercept Lindsey's pass early in the fourth quarter, but it was too little too late as he completed two more passes and a rushing touchdown to cut the deficit to 24-17 with 11:03 remaining. Minnesota's Luke Drzewiecki followed up with a 51-yard field goal, sealing the win for the Gophers. Minnesota's defense shined in the game, setting up the first score and holding Washington to a mere 1-for-10 on third down. Washington's rushing attack, plagued by injuries to key players, struggled against Minnesota's defense, gaining only 28 yards on 11 carries. As the season progresses, both teams will face new challenges. Minnesota will host No. 18 Michigan next Saturday, while Washington will visit No. 12 USC after four consecutive home games.",
  "summary": "Drake Lindsey tossed three touchdowns in the first half to three different receivers and Minnesota defeated Washington 27-24 on Saturday night. Lindsey completed his first eight passes and finished 21 for 29 for 204 yards. Lindsey, who threw three first-half touchdowns for the first time in his career, found Quayd Hendryx in the back corner of the end zone for a 15-yard score to put the Gophers…",
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  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Fifita throws 4 touchdown passes in Arizona's 34-24 win over Washington State",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/fifita-throws-4-touchdown-passes-in-arizonas-34-24-win-over",
        "published": "2026-09-27T03:46:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Fifita throws 4 touchdown passes in Arizona’s 34-24 win over Washington State",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/fifita-throws-4-touchdown-passes-in-arizonas-34-24-win-over-10132361",
        "published": "2026-09-27T03:47:12.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}