If Cobb plays …
The Gophers have their go-to guy, the nation's fourth-busiest running back. Cobb has 1,430 yards, 35 yards shy of a new school record, and 12 touchdowns.
If Cobb doesn't …
The Gophers could turn to …
• Donnell Kirkwood showed good bursts against Nebraska in relief of Cobb, breaking off key runs of 8 and 10 yards.
• Rodrick Williams, who, on a fourth-and-1, sprinted around the edge of the Cornhuskers defense Saturday for a 19-yard score.
• If he's cleared by concussion protocol, Berkley Edwards has the speed and moves but lacks big-game experience.
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