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CFB·RECAP·October 11, 2026 12:07 AM ET

Jalen Smith catches 42-yard touchdown pass against Purdue

The third-quarter reception cut the deficit to 14 points.

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What happened: Wide receiver Jalen Smith caught a 42-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Drake Lindsey late in the third quarter against Purdue. The scoring play was featured on the Big Ten Network broadcast.

Why it matters: The touchdown trimmed the Purdue lead to 27-13. Jalen Smith provided the lone touchdown of the game for Minnesota in the 41-13 defeat.

What to watch: Minnesota continues its Big Ten schedule following the loss.

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