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PJ Fleck looks at the crowd in the Huntington Bank stands before leading Gophers football out onto the field before they play the Michigan Wolverines on Oct. 7, 2023.

Analysis: P.J. Fleck’s “Row the Boat” mantra built a culture of winning at Minnesota

by Andrew Cornelius
Published January 30, 2024
The program looks to lean on the strong foundation built in previous years to bounce back from a season that left a lot to be desired.
The Gophers beat Bowling Green 30-24 in this years Quick Lane Bowl.

Minnesota football out-rushed Bowling Green in Quick Lane Bowl win

by Andrew Cornelius
Published December 28, 2023
Running back Darius Taylor took his 37 touches for 219 of the offense’s 281 total yards.
Athan draws back a pass against the Wisconsin Badger secondary on Nov. 25, 2023.

Gophers starting quarterback enters transfer portal

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 28, 2023
Athan Kaliakmanis will look for a new home next season after an up-and-down year at quarterback.
Gophers wide receiver Daniel Jackson pulls in a pass from Athan Kaliakmanis from inside the 10 yard line. Jackson finished the game with nine receptions, 121 yards and a touchdown.

Minnesota loses Paul Bunyan’s Axe in late season skid

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 25, 2023
The Gophers lost each of their last four games of the season after being 5-3 against Illinois in week 10.
PJ Fleck and the Gopher football team on Sept. 30, 2023.

Minnesota football looks to secure bowl eligibility with win over rivals

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 23, 2023
The Gophers host the Wisconsin Badgers for the 133rd meeting for Paul Bunyan’s Axe.
PJ Fleck looks at the crowd in the Huntington Bank stands before leading Gophers football out onto the field before they play the Michigan Wolverines on Oct. 7, 2023.

Ohio State played a complete game of complimentary football in a rout

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 19, 2023
Minnesota never got a foothold in the 37-3 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes.
The Gophers faced one of the most talented players in college football.

Minnesota limited Ohio State’s top receiver despite their loss

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 19, 2023
The Minnesota Gophers secondary had their toughest assignment on Saturday in stopping wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.
Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy rushed past the Gophers defense for a touchdown on Oct. 7.

Boilermakers run over the Gophers 49-30

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 12, 2023
Purdue football scored a touchdown on their first four offensive drives and never looked back, totaling 604 yards of offense.
Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy rushed past the Gophers defense for a touchdown on Oct. 7.

Three plays that changed Minnesota’s season

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 9, 2023
A few crucial moments have led Gophers football to a 5-4 record through nine games.
Athan Kaliakmanis lines up under center, ready to run a play against Michigan Oct. 7, 2023.

Minnesota defense gives up last-minute touchdown in loss to Illinois

by Andrew Cornelius
Published November 5, 2023
Minnesota retook the lead in the fourth quarter until a touchdown pass by Illinois backup quarterback John Paddock.

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