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With Shannon Brooks healthy, Rodney Smith continuing his roll and Mitch Leidner moving better than he has in two years, the Gophers used a potent running attack to defeat Colorado State 31-24 on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.
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Gophers
Smith, Brooks help Minnesota run past Colorado State 31-24
Rodney Smith rushed 17 times for 99 yards and two touchdowns to help Minnesota wear down Colorado State on the way to a 31-24 victory on Saturday.
Gophers
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Twins
Cardinals solve Wrigley again, crush Hammel, Cubs 10-4
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