2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL: Week 7
A weekly roundup tracks former Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL, highlighting strong performances from Blake Cashman and Boye Mafe against the Ravens.
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Former Minnesota Golden Gophers Blake Cashman and Boye Mafe both delivered strong showings in Week 7 against the Ravens. Their performances were highlighted in a roundup of ex-Gophers currently playing in the NFL, underscoring continued contributions from Minnesota alumni at the pro level.
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Blake Cashman earned NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors for Week 7 after a standout performance in Minnesota's 16-10 victory. The Vikings remain undefeated, with Cashman's defensive effort playing a key role in keeping the team's unbeaten streak intact.
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Blake Cashman earned the highest overall grade among all NFL players in Week 7, according to PFF's postgame evaluations. The 94.3 mark led a slate of 13 completed games, highlighting a standout performance for the Vikings linebacker.
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Joe Burrow earned PFF's top offensive grade of 93.7 for Cincinnati in Week 7, landing him on the site's Team of the Week. Blake Cashman was also recognized among the week's standout defensive performers. The honors reflect strong individual outings for both players in their respective roles.
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Linebacker Blake Cashman drew strong praise from head coach Kevin O'Connell following Minnesota's victory over the Colts. O'Connell highlighted Cashman's play as a key factor in the win, underscoring his growing role within the Vikings' defense.
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A weekly roundup tracks former Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NFL, highlighting strong performances from Blake Cashman and Boye Mafe against the Ravens.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 7 following his standout performance in Minnesota's 16-10 win.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman was named the NFC's Defensive Player of the Week following Minnesota's Sunday game.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman was named NFC defensive player of the week as Minnesota remains undefeated.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman was named the NFC's defensive player of the week as Minnesota remains undefeated.
SB Nation highlights Blake Cashman, Kyler Gordon and Nick Emmanwori as lesser-known NFC players poised to be impactful in Week 7.
PFF released its Week 7 player grades from 13 completed games, with Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman topping all players with a 94.3 overall grade.
PFF named its Week 7 Team of the Week, highlighting Joe Burrow's 93.7 grade for Cincinnati and Blake Cashman among other top offensive, defensive and special-teams performers.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell praised linebacker Blake Cashman's performance following Minnesota's win over the Colts.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman explained what makes Brian Flores' defense so difficult for opposing offenses to score against.