![Michigan State's running back LJ Scott plowed through Minnesota's defensive back Antonio Shenault, left, and Duke McGhee during the second quarter as the Gophers took on Michigan State at TCF Bank Stadium, Saturday, October 14, 2017 in Minneapolis, MN. ] ELIZABETH FLORES ï liz.flores@startribune.com](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/SJ6SHBS2Z75DWOMC6W7FTRWYEI.jpg?&w=1080)
0-3 in a rush
The Gophers have struggled to stop the run in their three Big Ten losses:
Michigan State (L, 30-27)Spartans rushed for 245 yards, and all three of their TDs came on the ground.
Purdue (L, 31-17)Purdue had seven rushes for 6 yards or more in second half, including 12-yard TD to take late lead.
Maryland (L, 31-24)Terps' winning score was 34-yard run, capping a 262-yard rushing day for the visitors.
Big Ten games (0-3)Gophers have allowed 639 rushing yards (213 yard average) and 6 rushing touchdowns.
