Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer had not turned the ball over since September, but he threw his first interception in 206 attempts in the first half. It led to a Penn State field goal. In the second half, Brosmer fumbled while attempting a pitch and it led to another Penn State field goal and a 26-22 hole.

The Gophers football team put up a valiant effort and had a chance to win the game in the final minutes, but ultimately it couldn't pull off the upset, falling 26-25 to No. 4 Penn State Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

MINNEAPOLIS -- No. 4 Penn State had its hands full in a 26-25 victory over the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Saturday in Minneapolis. The Nittany Lions’ offensive line had few answers when it came to blocking redshirt sophomore Anthony Smith, who starred at Shippensburg High School.

Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters after Saturday's 26-25 loss to Penn State on Senior Day at Huntington Bank Stadium. Minnesota drops to 6-5 with the loss.

The penalty helped the Nittany Lions move the ball into Minnesota's territory and ultimately scored via an Allar four-yard touchdown run. However, the Gophers came through with another block, this time on the extra point, and returned it all the way back for two points to give them a 19-16 lead before the half.