The Hawkeyes scored 31 points while passing for just 62 yards. That’s a tough thing to accomplish.

Iowa had eight runs that went for at least 10 yards. Johnson alone had runs of 23 yards, 21, 24, 40 and 33.

He’s absolutely sensational, but the Gophers have an experienced front seven that hasn’t won their game.

All the good the Gophers had experienced in the first half was undone by the lack of action in the second half.

The Gophers’ passing game ended the first half with a humming, maximum efficiency. Max Brosmer found a rhythm. His receivers made eye-catching catches. The defense played fast and physical.

The Gophers had a 165-16 lead in passing yards and a 14-7 lead at halftime. The crowd was electric. Iowa was about to get underway.