Jalen Smith News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Golden Gophers

Leading receiver in defeat Smith caught 3 of 4 targets for 89 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 41-13 defeat to Purdue.

Impact Despite catching just three passes on the day, Smith led the way for the Golden Gophers with 89 receiving yards to go along with his third touchdown of the season. The 6-foot-1 junior connected with quarterback Drake Lindsey for a 42-yard scoring strike in the third quarter, bringing Minnesota within 14 points at the time. Smith has struggled to see consistent volume this season adn will hope to increase his involvement in the Minnesota passing attack moving forward, with his next opportunity coming against Iowa following the team's upcoming bye week.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Purdue Boilermakers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

OCTOBER 11 • FOX SPORTS

Drake Lindsey connects with Jalen Smith for 42-yd TD, pass cutting Minnesota's deficit vs Purdue

OCTOBER 11 • FOX SPORTS

Drake Lindsey throws 3 touchdowns in the first half as Minnesota holds off Washington 27-24

Drake Lindsey tossed three touchdowns in the first half to three different receivers and Minnesota defeated Washington 27-24

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Drake Lindsey's three TD passes lead Minnesota past Akron 41-7

Drake Lindsey threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns on Saturday as Minnesota defeated Akron 41-7

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

How to watch Utah State vs Washington: Live stream College Football, NCAA, TV channel The Utah State Aggies (0-1) face the Washington Huskies (1-0) at Alaska Airlines Field on Saturday afternoon in College Football action. Oct...

SEPTEMBER 12 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Minnesota brings ample experience back for Fleck's 10th season, with QB Lindsey leading the offense

Drake Lindsey gives the Minnesota Gophers a reliable quarterback to center their offense around after a promising first season as the starter

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Records multi-TD game Smith accrued six receptions (on eight targets) for 64 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 20-17 overtime win against New Mexico.

Impact For 2025, Smith doubled his touchdown tally, from two to four. During the year, he logged 28 receptions (on 53 targets) for 419 yards, establishing himself as among the best of Minnesota's receiver corps. Smith will be a redshirt sophomore during 2026.

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

Leading receiver in victory Smith caught 4 of 6 targets for 103 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-28 victory versus Rutgers.

Impact Smith had a productive outing against Rutgers, leading the team with 103 yards and a touchdown on four catches, marking his first career 100-yard game. The 6-foot-1 receiver connected with quarterback Drake Lindsey on a nine-yard scoring strike in the third quarter, tying the game at 21 at the time. Smith's next opportunity will come when the Golden Gophers travel to face Ohio State next week.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in opener Smith hauled in 2 of 9 targets for 76 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 23-10 win over Buffalo.

Impact Though Smith was highly inefficient on the day, catching just two of his nine targets, he managed to salvage his day with a 60-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Drake Lindsey in the fourth quarter. The volume is encouraging for the 6-foot-1 receiver, though his efficiency is definitely cause for concern. His next chance will come against FCS Northwestern State on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Buffalo Bulls vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Highlights | FOX College Football

AUGUST 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota beats Buffalo 23-10 in opener as Drake Lindsey passes for 290 yards, 2 TDs in debut

Drake Lindsey passed for 290 yards and two touchdowns in his debut, helping Minnesota beat Buffalo 23-10 in their season opener

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Drake Lindsey finds Jalen Smith for 60-yard TD, extending Minnesota's lead over Buffalo

AUGUST 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota's trend-bucking embrace of the pass will be tested as Drake Lindsey succeeds Max Brosmer

Max Brosmer’s short-but-stellar stay shaped Minnesota into a dangerous passing team last season

AUGUST 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey shows off big arm in practices Two long touchdown passes to freshman receiver Jalen Smith were two highlights from Tuesday’s practice.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • TWINCITIES.COM

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