In the Gophers' season opener against Nebraska, wide receiver Daniel Jackson made an incredible catch that tied the game and ultimately led to the Gophers' victory. With just 2 1/2 minutes left on the clock and trailing by a touchdown, quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis threw a pass toward the end zone that looked uncatchable. However, Jackson managed to drag his left foot inbounds while his right leg was extended just inches from touching the out-of-bounds turf. The catch was hailed as one of the best in college football due to its dramatic timing and difficulty. Gophers coach P.J. Fleck called it a "special moment" and said it would be a memory that everyone talks about. This catch tied the game, and the Gophers went on to win with a last-second field goal. While the Gophers have some areas to improve, including dropped passes and a rough night for the offensive line, Kaliakmanis' clutch plays and poise in the final minutes showed promise for the team.