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As the game commenced, Minnesota found themselves at the 32-yard line, facing an uphill battle in establishing their offensive rhythm. Darius Taylor's early attempts to penetrate the defense resulted in a loss, which echoed the offensive coordinator Greg Harbo's concerns about the effectiveness of their running game. With Minnesota ranking low nationally in rushing yards, the pressure mounted on quarterback Max Brosmer to make impactful throws while ensuring protection from an aggressive Penn State defense.