Minnesota's Misstep

What was Tim Brewster thinking?
On its own 29 in a tie game with 24 seconds showing on the clock, Brewster opted to throw the ball. A deflection and 48 yard run-back the other way sent the Gophers home shocked and empty-handed.
The progress Brewster has made this season for turning the Gophers into a Bowl-bound team in the Big Ten after a 1-11 rookie season took a hit.
He should know better. His offensive coordinator should know better.
Fairly deep in your own territory late in a tie game you play for overtime. Run out the clock.
Think about it.
There's 24 seconds left in the game, and to put yourself in a position to win via a field goal from Joel Monroe, whose career long is 54 yards, at least 34 yards need to be gained.
Yes, Weber has been Robin Hood accurate this year, throwing three INTs in 243 attempts heading into Saturday's game. But don't take the risk.
At 3-1 in the Big Ten, the Gophers, with a favorable schedule ahead, had an opportunity to legitimize themselves as the third best team in the conference; a January bowl likely awaited.
Instead, Minnesota slips back into a crowded middle class.
In college football, every game counts, every decision crucial.
Run the ball. Play to live another down.