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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 2d

A key coverage look sparked two of the #Gophers big defensive takeaways. I looked at the invert coverage structure that MN used in response to Purdue's RPO tendency.

It brought me back to a football clinic I watched a couple years ago. A new breakdown: t.co/ioANnonjKa

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 6d

In part one of the two-part Chalk Talk, I wrote about the #Gophers defense vs. Purdue's offense. What should you know about from a scheme, matchup, personnel and trend standpoint?

📰: t.co/jfzlQtKcYU

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 9d

#Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck is evaluating the best OL combination, promoting the tackling circuit and preparing for Purdue.

Learn more in this new piece on gophersguru.com: t.co/3HbKFdu5DR

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 15d

The #Gophers picked up a commitment from 2026 Ellsworth TE George Rohl. I wrote about Rohl on gophersguru.com. Check it out here: t.co/MCL3cfokbI

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 16d

Formation and motion usage were huge in the #Gophers win over Rutgers. It put QB Drake Lindsey and the playmakers in favorable situations and provided key information.

This breakdown explores those variables through the lens of the final scoring drive: t.co/oHkMnjbaJO

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 18d

A beautiful morning for college 🏈! #Gophers vs. Rutgers from Huntington Bank Stadium at 11 a.m. CT.

Follow along for analysis and insight here and on GophersGuru.com.

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 19d

It's time for Part 2 of this week's Chalk Talk - the #Gophers offense vs. Rutgers defense. One specific variable is key for Minnesota entering Saturday's game.

Learn more in this new piece: gophersguru.com/2025/09/24/c...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 22d

It is time for Part 1 of the Chalk Talk - the #Gophers defense vs. Rutgers offense. What did I notice while preparing for this game? Get scheme, matchup, personnel insight and more: gophersguru.com/2025/09/23/c...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 23d

Big Ten 🏈 begins this week for the #Gophers. Several factors will be key as conference play begins. I spotlighted a few trends and themes to watch for beginning with Saturday's game vs. Rutgers.

📰: t.co/IylOFL7PTw

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 25d

We hear quite a bit about anticipation in QBs, but what does it mean and how do you develop it? I asked #Gophers OC Greg Harbaugh Jr. and QB Drake Lindsey for perspective.

I really enjoyed putting this together. A new piece on GophersGuru.com: t.co/CCIeRRLPJV

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 27d

I wrote about one element the #Gophers can improve and expand upon entering Big Ten play. Finding consistency in this area is pivotal coming out of the bye week: t.co/vo8cJITP7x

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · 29d

In this week's film room, I reviewed the #Gophers defense vs. California. Where can Minnesota improve during the bye week?

Also, how did Cal schematically put JKS in favorable situations? A closer look: gophersguru.com/2025/09/16/h...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 14

The #Gophers made too many mistakes in Saturday night's 27-14 loss to Cal. In my initial notebook, I unpacked the critical plays, moments and performances.

Jump in right here: gophersguru.com/2025/09/14/n...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 11

It's time for part two of this week's Chalk Talk. I wrote about California's offense vs. the #Gophers defense. Which elements are key in Saturday's game?

A detailed look at schemes, personnel, matchups and more: t.co/iGOfRV1jFp

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 10

In part one of the Chalk Talk preview, I analyzed the #Gophers offense vs. California's defense. Learn about key matchups, personnel, schemes and more: gophersguru.com/2025/09/10/c...

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 5

gophersguru.com is loaded with #Gophers 🏈 content! Two in-depth breakdowns of the Buffalo game, a 2,000-word Northwestern State preview, a Big Ten observations piece and more.

Check out the site and get up to speed! 🔽

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 4

It's time for B1G picture! A few of my thoughts after studying Week 1 in the Big Ten:

- Chip Lindsey's Influence 〽️
- Early Look at Purdue 🚂
- Sparty's Defensive Depth 🟢⚪️
- Patricia's Scheme 🧑‍🍳🔥
- Rutgers OL + Cleaning up the Defense 🔴
& More!

📰: t.co/xYCgVcxlmj

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 3

The #Gophers square off with Northwestern State on Saturday. I wrote about key matchups, personnel, the coaching staff and more. You can check out the detailed preview in this week's Chalk Talk: t.co/4wQMp6jHlO

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 2

The #Gophers defense set out with one clear mission vs. Buffalo. I explained what it was in this new piece on gophersguru.com. Jump in: t.co/fqH1NZhUyG

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Sep 1

First #Gophers film room piece of year! I examined Buffalo's defensive scheme. The mix of pressure looks, including sims, was designed to test the QB and OL.

Find out how the #Gophers handled this. Plus, what will I be watching for moving forward?

📰: t.co/KhbHth7Pyq

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Aug 29

The #Gophers offense saw different looks, Taylor ran the ball with physicality, the DL won at the point of attack and Minnesota's special teams made key plays.

A notebook with insight and analysis of the #Gophers 23-10 win over Buffalo: t.co/quos95DDzS

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Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Aug 27

Initial NFL 53-man rosters are set (more moves are on the way). New on gophersguru.com: 2,300+ total words on every former #Gophers player in the NFL.

What roles could each of them play during the 2025 season? Analysis, fits, projections & more: t.co/CJGSnqKpMf

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Aug 26

Part 2 of the Chalk Talk is here - Minnesota's Offense vs. Buffalo's Defense. What should you know about? Keep an eye on the line of scrimmage. The full preview: gophersguru.com/2025/08/26/c...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Aug 25

Game week is finally here! I just posted part one of the first 2025 #Gophers Chalk Talk. Get up to speed on Buffalo's offense vs. Minnesota's defense. Dive in: gophersguru.com/2025/08/25/c...

Daniel House @danielhousemn.bsky.social · Aug 25

Amazing 2x4s!!

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