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Gophers upset Washington: Elite pass rush, Drake’s dart, questionable decisions, more

Minnesota upset Washington 27-24, handing the Huskies their first loss of the season behind an elite pass rush and key offensive plays.

By · Published September 27, 2026  14:32 UTC · Updated September 27, 2026  14:32 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Minnesota upset Washington 27-24, handing the Huskies their first loss of the season behind an elite pass rush and key offensive plays.
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The home outcome abruptly halts Washington's undefeated campaign. That setback was delivered by a visiting Minnesota Gophers team that traveled west with plenty to prove, generating an upset win away from home against the Huskies.

Minnesota's defense provided the backbone for the upset. Analysis from the Star Tribune and Bring Me The News shows the Gophers answered their defensive challenge directly, using an elite pass rush to disrupt the Huskies throughout the game.

The immediate question moving forward is how Washington responds after suffering its first loss of the season at home, and whether Minnesota can turn the defensive execution and elite pass rush demonstrated in this contest into consistent performance for the remainder of the season.

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What was the final score of the Minnesota vs. Washington game?

Minnesota defeated Washington 27-24 on September 26, 2026.

What did the result mean for Washington's season?

The game marked the Huskies' first loss of the season, suffered at home.

What elements decided the game in Minnesota's favor?

Accounts cite an elite pass rush by the Gophers' defense, a pivotal play termed Drake's dart, and questionable game decisions as key factors in the upset.

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