The Gophers fell to 6-5, 4-4 Big Ten, while Penn State (10-1, 7-1) stayed alive for a good spot in the expanded College Football Playoff race. Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer had not turned the ball over since September, but he threw his first interception in 206 attempts in the first half. It led to a Penn State field goal.

The Gophers football team put up a valiant effort and had a chance to win the game in the final minutes, but ultimately it couldn't pull off the upset, falling 26-25 to No. 4 Penn State Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

However, the Gophers offense was shut down by Penn State's defense in a three-and-out and the Nittany Lions carried that momentum on offense, going five plays for 57 yards before Nicholas Singleton rushed for a 12-yard touchdown to give Penn State their first lead of the night, 23-22.

Gophers QB Max Brosmer, wide receiver Daniel Jackson, defensive back Jack Henderson and defensive lineman Anthony Smith react after a 26-25 loss to Penn State on Senior Day at Huntington Bank Stadium to drop to 6-5 on the season.

Minnesota Gophers dominate out of the gate. There isn’t a way for the Minnesota Gophers to have played a better first quarter than they did. Despite Penn State coming in with th

The penalty helped the Nittany Lions move the ball into Minnesota's territory and ultimately scored via an Allar four-yard touchdown run. However, the Gophers came through with another block, this time on the extra point, and returned it all the way back for two points to give them a 19-16 lead before the half.

Penn State beats Minnesota 26-25 in a wild and competitive game. Tyler Warren was a critical offense weapon for the Nittany Lions with 8 catches for 102 yards. The #4 team in the country came from behind to secure a win and keep their hopes alive for a College Football Playoff invitation.