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Returning to Gophers in 2026 Taylor will return to Minnesota for the 2026 season, per Ryan Burns of 247Sports.com.

Impact This is a massive development for Minnesota as Taylor is arguably the most talented player on the Gophers' roster. He was banged up at times this season, resulting in his lowest rushing output since he got to Minneapolis (670 rushing yards and four touchdowns). Still, he remained the same dynamic playmaker more often than not, and his return gives head coach PJ Fleck a huge piece to build his 2026 offense around.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent again during bowl Taylor recorded 24 carries for 116 yards and one touchdown and gathered in 4 of 6 targets for 23 yards during Friday's 20-17 overtime win over New Mexico.

Impact In back-to-back games, Taylor has logged triple-digit yards and one touchdown. For 2025, he recorded 143 rushing attempts, 915 all-purpose yards (670 rushing and 245 receiving) and four touchdowns. Though all that is slightly down from 2024, the data is excellent and showcases what has been expected of Taylor throughout his collegiate career. If he chooses to re-enroll at Minnesota or use his senior year of collegiate eligibility, his return would be a big deal.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota Extends Bowl Game Win Streak to 9 After Beating New Mexico

The Minnesota Golden Gophers extended their win streak in bowl games to nine after beating New Mexico in the Rate Bowl on Friday.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota Extends Bowl Game Win Streak to 9 After Beating New Mexico

Smith's diving TD catch in overtime sends Minnesota to 20-17 win over New Mexico in Rate Bowl

Jalen Smith scored his second touchdown a diving 12-yard catch in the first overtime and Minnesota extended its postseason winning streak to nine straight games with a 20-17 win ov...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Big day in season finale Taylor logged 19 carries for 100 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all four targets for 11 yards during Saturday's 17-7 win against Wisconsin.

Impact Taylor had a productive outing against the Badgers, running for 100 yards and a touchdown on the day. The 6-foot running back saw a large portion of his production on a single play, running for a 49-yard touchdown in the second quarter, giving the Golden Gophers a 10-0 lead at the time. Taylor finished the regular season with 554 yards and three touchdowns on 4.7 yards per attempt on the ground through nine games, adding 30 receptions for 222 scoreless yards through the air as well. He will get the opportunity for on more impactful performance in the team's upcoming bowl game.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wisconsin Badgers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

Wisconsin Badgers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota keeps Paul Bunyan's Axe with a snowy 17-7 win over Wisconsin, the 4th time in 5 years

Drake Lindsey threw a touchdown pass to Jameson Geers for the only second-half score in snow-globe conditions, and John Nestor had two interceptions and a fumble recovery for Minne...

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Minnesota win fourth Paul Bunyan's Axe in five years after defeating Wisconsin in the snow 🥶🪓

Minnesota win fourth Paul Bunyan's Axe in five years after defeating Wisconsin in the snow 🥶🪓

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Darius Taylor bursts for 49-yard TD run, extending Minnesota's lead over Wisconsin

Darius Taylor bursts for 49-yard TD run, extending Minnesota's lead over Wisconsin

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Scores in defeat Taylor recorded 10 rushes for 43 yards and one touchdown and hauled in 6 of 7 targets for 37 yards during Saturday's 38-35 defeat against Northwestern.

Impact Taylor put up another all-around performance against Northwestern, totaling 80 yards on 16 touches and rushing for his second touchdown of the season. The 6-foot running back found the end zone on a one-yard plunge in the second quarter, giving the Golden Gophers their first score of the day. Taylor will hope for one final productive outing in the team's rivalry matchup against Wisconsin in the regular season finale on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Olsen's 3rd field goal of game lifts Northwestern to wild 38-35 win over Minnesota

Jack Olsen’s third field goal of the game, from 33 yards, snapped a tie with 53 seconds left and Northwestern ended a three-game losing streak with a wild 38-35 win over Minnesota...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Moderate showing in blowout loss Taylor accrued 10 carries for 57 yards and hauled in 4 of 9 targets for 40 yards during Friday's 42-13 loss to Oregon.

Impact On a day in which the Golden Gophers managed just 200 yards of offense, Taylor put together as productive of an outing as could be expected, totaling 97 yards against the Ducks. The 6-foot running back has overall had a forgettable season while battling injuries, though he has struggled to be consistently productive when on the field, rushing for under 40 yards in four of his seven games this season. He will hope to finish the year on a high note, with a road matchup against Northwestern serving as his next opportunity.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dante Moore throws for 2 touchdowns and No. 7 Oregon routs Minnesota 42-13

Dante Moore threw for two touchdowns and freshman Jordon Davison ran for another pair to lead No. 7 Oregon to a 42-13 victory over Minnesota

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially active Taylor (undisclosed) will play in Friday's game against Oregon.

Impact Taylor, after a one-game absence due to injury, has been cleared to suit up Friday against the Ducks. The junior running back has played in just six games this season, and he's rushed 80 times for 354 yards and one touchdown.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Friday Taylor (undisclosed) is expected to be available for Friday's game against Oregon, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Taylor hasn't played since suffering an injury against Iowa on Oct. 25, but the star RB should be back in the mix for the Golden Gophers on Friday. His return would deliver a huge boost to the backfield, but it'd also push Fame Ijeboi and Cam Davis to lesser roles and a sizable downgrade in their fantasy appeal.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Taylor (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus Michigan State.

Impact Taylor will miss Saturday's contest after picking up an injury during practice last week. It's a tough blow for him and the Golden Gophers as the star running back will miss his fourth game of the season. His next chance to suit up is Nov. 14 at Oregon.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for MSU game Head coach PJ Fleck didn't provide a status update for Taylor (undisclosed) ahead of Saturday's game against Michigan State, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Taylor picked up an injury during practice leading up to Minnesota's loss to Iowa. The star running back logged just one carry in the contest before being ruled unavailable to return. His availability for Saturday's matchup against the Spartans remains uncertain, but if he doesn't play, Fame Ijeboi and Cam Davis would likely handle most of the running back work.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Taylor (undisclosed) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's matchup versus Iowa, per Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Impact Taylor had carried the ball just one time for one yard before exiting the game with an injury. Fame Ijeboi should takeover as the team's top running back in Taylor's absence.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Explodes against Huskers Taylor notched 24 carries for 148 yards and one touchdown and hauled in all four targets for 16 yards during Friday's 24-6 victory versus Nebraska.

Impact After totaling just 64 rushing yards across his last three contests while dealing with a leg injury, Taylor saw the floodgates open against Nebraska to the tune of 148 yards and a touchdown on the ground. The 6-foot running back provided multiple highlights on the day for the Golden Gophers, rattling off a 71-yard scamper in the seocnd quarter before crossing the goal line on a one-yard plunge in the third period to give Minnesota a 21-6 lead at the time. He will hope to build off this performance moving forward, with his next opportunity coming in a road matchup against Iowa on Saturday.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scoggins: Gophers' dismantling of Huskers builds in the trenches The defensive line disrupted Nebraska’s offense with nine sacks, and the offensive line cleared the way for Darius Taylor and protected Drak...

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

No. 25 Nebraska vs. Minnesota | Short Highlights ⏳

No. 25 Nebraska vs. Minnesota | Short Highlights ⏳

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

No. 25 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Highlights | FOX College Football

No. 25 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Highlights | FOX College Football

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota beats No. 25 Nebraska 24-6, sacking Dylan Raiola 9 times

Darius Taylor ran for 148 yards and a touchdown, Drake Lindsey completed 16 of 20 passes for 153 yards and a score and Minnesota sacked quarterback Dylan Raiola a school-record nin...

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Koi Perich's interception return lifts Minnesota over Purdue 27-20

Koi Perich returned an interception for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and Minnesota held on to defeat Purdue 27-20

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Held quiet against Buckeyes Taylor notched eight carries for 12 yards and reeled in 1 of 2 targets for six yards during Saturday's 42-3 defeat versus Ohio State.

Impact Taylor had tough sledding on a day in which the Minnesota offense as a whole was completely shut down by a dominant Ohio State defense. The 6-foot running back totaled just 12 yards on eight attempts after being cleared to return following a two-game absence due to a leg injury suffered against Northwestern State. A home matchup against Purdue will serve as a much better opportunity for Taylor to make his mark for the Golden Gophers.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE