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Minnesota · Big TenEastern Illinois Wins at Murray State Before Minnesota Opener
The Panthers’ road opener put film on a physical run game, an unsettled offensive line and vulnerable secondary ahead of Sept. 3.
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AUG 28, 2026
AUG 28, 2026
Eastern Illinois opened its season with a road win at Murray State, giving Minnesota film before the teams meet Thursday, Sept. 3, at 8 p.m. ET.
The early report on the Panthers is clear: a punishing running back duo, an offensive line that looked unsteady and holes in the secondary. Minnesota’s front will see an early test from Eastern Illinois’ run game, while the Gophers’ pass game has a matchup to target.
The available reporting does not identify the running backs or provide the final score, game statistics or injury information from the Murray State game.
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