Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2019 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 42–7 in Week 8, 2019. Final score: Minnesota Golden Gophers 42, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Minnesota Golden Gophers	6	6	6	12	42
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	0	0	0	12	7

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Tanner Morgan (135) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +9.66 EPA
• TEAM (164) — 0.0 yds · -6.42 EPA/play -6.42 EPA
• Johnny Langan (164) — 0.0 yds · -0.56 EPA/play -10.72 EPA

Rushing

• Rodney Smith (135) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.22 EPA
• Isaih Pacheco (164) — 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Mohamed Ibrahim (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Tyler Johnson (135) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.82 EPA
• Rashod Bateman (135) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.89 EPA
• Isaiah Washington (164) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.06 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Tanner Morgan	135	25	60.0%	0	2	+0.39	+9.66
TEAM	164	1	0.0%	0	0	-6.42	-6.42
Johnny Langan	164	19	47.4%	0	0	-0.56	-10.72

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MINN	RUTG
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	164	3	0	-0.69	Ended
Q1	135	1	0	+1.01	Rush TD
Q1	135	7	0	+3.29	Ended
Q1	164	6	0	-2.12	Punt
Q1	135	3	0	-3.54	Punt
Q1	164	3	0	-3.81	Punt
Q1	164	4	0	-0.86	Interception
Q2	164	1	0	-0.01	Ended
Q2	135	12	0	-0.58	Ended
Q2	164	4	0	+2.11	Punt
Q2	135	1	0	+3.33	Pass TD
Q2	135	11	0	-0.60	Ended
Q2	164	1	0	-3.34	Interception
Q2	135	8	0	-3.69	Ended
Q2	164	1	0	-1.42	Missed FG
Q3	135	4	0	+0.55	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Antoine Winfield Jr. 33 Yd Interception Return (Michael Lantz Kick) (-6.42 EPA)
2. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Isaih Pacheco run for 3 yds to the Rutgr 28 for a 1ST down MINNESOTA Penalty, Defensive holding (10 Yards) to the Rutgr 38 for a 1ST down (+4.36 EPA)
3. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Mohamed Ibrahim run for no gain to the Rutgr 34 (-4.11 EPA)
4. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Tanner Morgan pass complete to Tyler Johnson for 56 yds for a TD, (Michael Lantz KICK) (+4.1 EPA)
5. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Langan, Johnny pass incomplete to Washington, I., PENALTY MINN pass interference (Thomas, Kiondre) 15 yards to the MINN25, 1ST DOWN RU, NO PLAY. (+3.87 EPA)
6. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Justin Davidovicz 47 yd FG MISSED (-3.39 EPA)
7. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Johnny Langan pass intercepted Phillip Howard return for no gain to the Minn 23 (-3.34 EPA)
8. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Tanner Morgan pass complete to Rashod Bateman for 13 yds for a TD, (Michael Lantz KICK) (+3.33 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (42–7) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Tanner Morgan (135) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: MINN at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Minnesota Golden Gophers 42, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7 in Week 8 of the 2019 college football season.

Who won Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 42–7.

Where can I find the Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401112234.

Who led Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Tanner Morgan (135) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Minnesota Golden Gophers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.