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Minnesota Football: Darrell Thompson Sets Gopher Rushing Record vs Indiana State #TBT

In the Gophers 1989 victory over the Sycamores Darrell Thompson set the schools career touchdown record (a record that still stands today).

Just a quick note: Darrell finished his Gopher career with 40 touchdowns.

From the Star Tribune, October 1, 1989.

After record-setting effort, Thompson gets curtain call

Linebacker Ron Goetz peeked through the curtain that shielded half of the Gophers dressing room from visitors Saturday night after a 34-14 victory over IndianaState.

"This is like the Tonight Show," said Goetz, parting the curtain. "When he's ready, I'll stand here and say, `Heeeeeeere's Darrell!