Around the Big Ten

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Minnesota leads Montana State 21-13 at the break. It’s been the Adam Weber show as the sophomore has scored a touchdown on the ground and in the air. The Golden Gophers were trailing 6-0 early but have since rallied.

Michigan State leads Florida Atlantic only 7-0 at halftime. A week after scoring five rushing touchdowns, Javon Ringer is back at it for the Spartans. The senior running back has registered 134 yards on 19 carries thus far. With Beanie Wells injured, Ringer has been the most impressive back in the Big Ten.

Illinois leads Louisiana-Lafayette 17-3 at halftime. Juice Williams has completed 50 percent of his passes for 112 yards, including one touchdown to go along with an interception. Rashard Mendenhall’s replacement, Daniel Dufrene, has been impressive, rushing for 65 yards and catching two passes for 17 yards and a score.

Iowa has a 3-0 advantage at the break in Iowa City against Iowa State. The Hawkeyes have outgained the Cyclones by 70 yards, but turned the ball over in a key situation.