Gophers' Bennett has new outlook after injury
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenPosted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Duane Bennett lost a season but gained a healthy dose of perspective, not to mention a new offense that make...
Blog | September 01, 2009Syracuse counting on its running game
Brian Bennett, Big East...installed by offensive coordinator Mitch Browning -- who designed the schemes that Minnesota's Laurence Maroney and Marion Barber made so successful -- the Orange averaged 4.6 yards per carry, which was third best in...
Blog | August 27, 2009Gophers could add another back for '09
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...Minnesota wants to get back to the not-so distant days when players like Laurence Maroney, Marion Barber III, Tellis Redmon and Gary Russell put up big numbers. The message appears to be resonating...
Blog | February 11, 2009Brinkley, Browning give Syracuse running game punch
Brian Bennett, Big East...one he had at Minnesota, a running-based attack that produced stars such as Gary Russell, Marion Barber and Laurence Maroney. There's nothing gimmicky about Browning's schemes. "It's just good old...
Blog | November 06, 2008Syracuse's Brinkley looks for more 'payoff'
Brian Bennett, Big East...rushing attacks at Minnesota, where he tutored the record-setting backfield duo of Laurence Maroney and Marion Barber. "It's the best offense for me that we've had since I've been here...
Blog | September 25, 2008Muench: Midround RBs and where they fit
Steve Muench, Scouts Inc.Finding the right fit is key for midround draft picks. Scouts Inc's Steve Muench has identified four potential midround guards who could become contributors with the right teams.
Story | April 17, 2008
Washington boosting his stock with strong offseason showing
Steve Muench, Scouts Inc.Steve Muench take a look at four midround running backs and where they might find a fit in the NFL.
Story | April 15, 2008
White's three TDs maintain Mountaineers' national-title hopes
Pat White has No. 4 West Virginia on the brink of playing for a national championship.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | November 24, 2007Minnesota dismisses head coach after 6-7 season
ESPN.com news servicesMinnesota fired coach Glen Mason on Sunday, two days after the Gophers blew a 31-point third quarter lead against Texas Tech and exactly one year after he was signed to a four-year contract extension.
Story | Conversation | December 31, 2006Former Golden Gopher running back worth watching
Mel Kiper, Special to ESPN InsiderLaurence Maroney is off to a fast start in the NFL. His former Minnesota teammate, running back Gary Russell, might join him next season. Mel Kiper Jr. explains.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2006
Team preview: Minnesota
Blue Ribbon YearbookFor Minnesota to succeed this season, the Golden Gophers need to answer some questions on the offensive line and at running back.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2006
Minnesota (7-4) at Virginia (6-5)
Slowing down Minnesota's running game will be the key for Virginia in the Music City Bowl.
Preview | December 21, 2005Iowa jumps out to early 35-0 lead, buries Gophers
Iowa 52, Minnesota 28
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | November 19, 2005Wolverines smelling BCS bowl
Bruce Hooley, Special to ESPN.comFrom Michigan's suddenly renewed BCS hopes to Penn State's chance for glory, the Big Ten is covered here.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2005
Gopher RBs Pinnix, Russell step up in wearing down Spartans
Reserve running backs Amir Pinnix and Gary Russell led host Minnesota to a 41-18 victory over fading Michigan State.
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