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Gophers Running Back Trey Potts Receiving Medical Care Following Game Against Purdue

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- The University of Minnesota says Gophers running back Trey Potts is receiving medical attention following Saturday's matchup at Purdue.

Potts left the field in the fourth quarter and was "immediately observed and treated" by medical staff with the team. He was then taken to the hospital for more observation.

"Director of Athletics Mark Coyle, Head Football Athletic Trainer Mike Sypniak and team physician Dr. David Jewison remained in Indiana overnight on Saturday with Potts," the university said in a statement.

As of Monday, Potts remains in Indiana with family and continues to receive medical attention.

"His condition is improving and he is doing well," the university said.

Details have yet to be released on what led to the hospitalization.

The Gophers beat the Boilermakers 20-13 in Michigan.

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