The Serbian Hammer was a key contributor to the Gophers’ upset
Minnesota kicker Dragan Kesich was named Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week after his performance in the Golden Gophers’ 25-17 upset of No. 24-ranked Illinois.
Dragan Kesich, the reigning B1G kicker of the year, didn’t miss in Week 10
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— Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) November 4, 2024
Kesich was 4-of-4 on field goals against the Fighting Illini, converting from 20, 45, 38, and 46 yards. His 13 points in the game were a career-high.
He is the fifth Gopher player to receive a Big Ten weekly honor this season.