The Indiana Hoosiers, ranked fourth nationally, narrowly defeated Minnesota in an intense college football game on Saturday. The defending national champions managed a 23-16 victory in overtime, marking their second consecutive overtime triumph. Previously, Indiana secured a 13-6 win over Michigan.
In the latest matchup, backup quarterback Grant Wilson connected with Charlie Becker for a pivotal 25-yard touchdown during the opening play of overtime. Indiana’s defense then successfully halted Minnesota’s possessions.
Earlier in the game, Minnesota briefly led 16-13 following a career-long 60-yard field goal by Luke Drzewiecki. Nonetheless, Becker’s 33-yard reception allowed Paddy McAteer to equalize with his own career-long 60-yard field goal as regulation time ended.
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The thrilling encounter ended with Shazz Preston and Charlie Becker celebrating their decisive touchdown at Memorial Stadium, Bloomington, Indiana, on October 31, 2026.
Minnesota’s defeat extended their winless streak to 0-13 against national champions and marked their ongoing challenge of overcoming Top 25 teams back-to-back since 1956.
Indiana switched quarterback Josh Hoover for Grant Wilson at halftime after Hoover suffered a hard hit during his second interception. Critical review decisions reversed potential game-altering plays, annulling a touchdown and an interception that could have been crucial for Indiana.
Wilson completed the game with 156 passing yards and a touchdown. In contrast, Hoover tallied 119 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Charlie Becker showcased his talents, catching eight passes for 149 yards and the deciding touchdown.
Minnesota’s quarterback Drake Lindsey amassed 120 yards and a touchdown from 20 completed passes. Javon Tracy contributed with seven receptions totaling 40 yards.
Minnesota now prepares to face No. 7 UCLA next Saturday, while Indiana enjoys a bye week before taking on Southern California on November 14.
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