As the Minnesota Gophers kick off its 2026 season against Eastern Illinois, running back Darius Taylor and defensive lineman Anthony Smith step up as the heart and hustle of Dinkytown. Here is how mentorship, family motivation, and unfinished business brought them back to lead.
Mohamed Ibrahim
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Gopher running backs Coach Mohamed Ibrahim and Tennis Coach Lois Arterberry
Former Gophers star Mohamed Ibrahim returns to Minnesota as running backs Coach Mo, while tennis head coach Lois Arterberry reflects on a difficult 2026 season and former Hamline coach Chip Taylor lands at Lehigh.