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The Hawkeyes celebrate their win over the Gophers, carrying the Floyd of Rosedale rivalry trophy across the field on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Iowa defeats Minnesota to retain Floyd of Rosedale

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 8, 2016
The Gophers after winning against Indiana State on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Daily Breakdown: Gophers hold close edge over Iowa

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 7, 2016
Offensive coordinator Jay Johnson, right, watches sophomore quarterback Demry Croft throw a ball in a practice on March 10, 2016.

Gophers offensive coordinator Jay Johnson adjusts to death of his father

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 6, 2016
The University of Iowa football team celebrates, carrying the Floyd of Rosedale rivalry trophy across the field following their victory at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, IA, on Saturday Oct. 14 where the Gophers lost to the Hawkeyes 35-40.

Gophers set eyes on Floyd of Rosedale after overtime loss

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 5, 2016
Defensive back Jalen Myrick catches the ball during the Gophers game against the Oregon State Beavers on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Secondary implodes in third quarter against Penn State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 3, 2016
Director of Athletics Mark Coyle sits down to talk with the Minnesota Daily to field questions on Friday, Sept. 30, 2016. at Bierman Field Athletic Building.

Coyle talks first 100 days as Athletics Director, Robinson termination and future plans

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 3, 2016
Running back Rodney Smith is tackled while playing against Colorado State on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Daily Breakdown: Minnesota will have an uphill battle against Penn State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 1, 2016
Gophers quarterback Mitch Lender hands the ball off to running back Rodney Smith on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Q&A: Steve Palazzolo of Pro Football Focus on quarterback Mitch Leidner

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 30, 2016

Richardson improves to reach elite level

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 29, 2016
Gophers quarterback Mitch Lender hands the ball off to running back Rodney Smith on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Gophers begin conference play at Penn State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 28, 2016
Defensive end Gaelin Elmore dives for the ball after Taiyon Devers forced a fumble on Colorado State quarterback Collin Hill at TCF Bank Stadium on Sept. 24, 2016.

Minnesota remains undefeated with 31-24 win over Colorado State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 24, 2016
Freshman wide receiver Tyler Johnson completes a pass for a touchdown against Indiana State on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Daily breakdown: Minnesota to continue winning streak against Colorado State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 23, 2016
Defensive back Jalen Myrick makes a break with the ball during the Gophers game against the Oregon State Beavers on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Defensive backs face early struggles

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 22, 2016
Junior running back Kobe McCrary runs the ball against Indiana State on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

McCrary emerges as third running back option in victory over Indiana State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 10, 2016
Defensive back Jalen Myrick catches the ball during the Gophers game against the Oregon State Beavers on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Daily breakdown: Gophers set for easy win against Sycamores

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 9, 2016

Defensive line excels behind performance from true freshman

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 8, 2016

Basketball player Reggie Lynch reinstated on team

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 8, 2016
Gophers offensive line readies for the snap from Oregon State at TCF Bank Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Offensive line plays well in victory over Oregon State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 7, 2016
Gophers quarterback Mitch Leidner throws the ball to tight end Nate Wozniak at TCF Bank Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium.

After rocky start, Gophers defeat Oregon State Beavers in season opener

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 2, 2016
Minnesota quarterback Mitch Leidner plays agains Texas Christian University on September 3, 2015. Leidner’s 30th career start will come against Oregon State Thursday night.

Daily breakdown: Minnesota ready to run over Oregon State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published September 1, 2016
Mark Coyle, the newly named Gopher Athletics Director answers the medias questions during a press conference held at TCF Bank Stadium on Wednesday.

Athletics Director finalist hopes to create a culture of accountability

by Mike Hendrickson
Published May 11, 2016
Minnesota defenseman Mike Reilly controls the puck against Michigan at Mariucci on Feb. 14, 2014.

Reilly’s rookie year full of ups and downs

by Mike Hendrickson
Published May 4, 2016

Six Gophers headed to the NFL

by Mike Hendrickson
Published May 2, 2016
Minnesota rowers Meredith Kelly, Joyce Jollands, Lauren Gonsalves, Madison Koch, Lauren Miller, Allison Sterneman, Kersten Schwanz and Emily Appold compete against Wisconsin in the second varsity eight race on Lake Phalen on Sunday morning.

Minnesota swept at home by Wisconsin

by Mike Hendrickson
Published May 2, 2016
Left to right, Peter Mortell, Briean Boddy-Calhoun, KJ Maye, DeVondre Campbell and Eric Murray.

Pro prospects mixed for Gophers players

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 28, 2016
Coxswain Taylor Gainey coordinates and guides the boat at a rowing team practice on the Mississippi River on March 23, 2015.

Minnesota ready for rare home meet

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 28, 2016
Minnesota defensive back Eric Murray gives a thumbs up moments before a play on Sept. 3 at TCF Bank Stadium where the Gophers faced Texas Christian University.

Cornerback duo ready for NFL journey

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 27, 2016
University of Minnesota rowers Lisa Weeks, Jessica Flakne, Catherine Ahrens, Sara Scarbro, Haley Bagley, Anna Greene, Bee Lovick, and Kortney Luedloff practice on the Mississippi River on Monday afternoon.

New lineups show improvement

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 25, 2016
Junior Anna Greene rows during the Universitys team practice on the Mississippi River on Monday afternoon.

‘Enforcer’ leads Gophers first varsity eight

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 21, 2016
Gophers forward Hudson Fasching fights to maintain control of the puck against Penn State in Mariucci Arena on Feb. 6.

Fasching returns to finish out degree

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 20, 2016
Redshirt junior quarterback Conor Rhoda passes the ball to redshirt freshman running back James Johannesson during the Gophers Spring Game at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday.

Gold tops White in battle for ribs

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 11, 2016
Minnesotas rowing team practices on the Mississippi River on April 22, 2014.

New boat lineups struggle in Big Ten races

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 11, 2016

Minnesota to take a look at novice rowers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 7, 2016

Receivers look to replace ‘Coach KJ’

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 6, 2016

Dorsey leaves team

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 5, 2016
Offensive line coach Bart Miller runs Gopher players through a drill during their Spring Practice on Saturday morning.

Miller working to improve offensive line

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 5, 2016
The rowing team practices on the Mississippi River on Mar. 23, 2015.

Minnesota wins four races in its second competition

by Mike Hendrickson
Published April 4, 2016
Coxswain Taylor Gainey coordinates and guides the boat at a rowing team practice on the Mississippi River on March 23, 2015.

Mild winter provides Gophers a head start

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 31, 2016
Linebacker Jack Lynn runs a drill during the Gophers spring practice on Thursday afternoon.

Sawvel sees room to grow on defense

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 30, 2016
Sophomore quarterback Demry Croft throws the ball to another Gophers player during the first spring football practice of the year at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex on March 10.

Gophers get up to speed on new offense

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 29, 2016

Notre Dame hockey team joins Big Ten

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 24, 2016
Damarius Travis at TCF Bank Stadium on Sept. 3, 2015, where the Gophers faced TCU. The game was Travis last of the 2015 season after he sustained a hamstring injury during a punt-return.

Travis returns to lead young secondary

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 22, 2016
Rachel Banham gives high-fives to fans as she leaves the floor of Williams Arena for the last time. Despite Banham leading the team in scoring with 37 points, the Gophers fell to south Dakota 101-89 in the second round of the WNIT.

Minnesota ends its season in WNIT

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 21, 2016
Gophers defender Steve Johnson passes the puck down the ice while playing against Ohio State in the Xcel Energy Center on Friday night. Following their 4-2 victory over Ohio State, the Gophers fell to Michigan 5-3 the following night, leaving the 2016 Big Ten Tournament.

Wolverines end Minnesota’s season

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 21, 2016
Gophers forward Connor Reilly races the puck down the ice at Mariucci Arena on Jan. 17, 2015.

Border battle to determine Minnesota’s Big Ten fate

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 10, 2016
Vikings defensive line coach Andre Patterson runs DeVondre Campbell through a drill during Pro Day at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex on Monday.

Gophers host annual Pro Day

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 8, 2016
Gophers forward Tommy Novak fights to maintain control of the puck while playing against Penn State in Mariucci Arena on Saturday night.

Split earns Gophers a bye in the Big Ten tournament

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 7, 2016
Gophers defense Jake Bischoff maneuvers the puck down the rink at Mariucci Arena on Dec. 5, 2015.

Defense searching for consistency

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 3, 2016
Gophers defense Jake Bischoff fights to maintain control of the puck while playing against Penn State in Mariucci Arena on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016.

Gophers’ margin for error slim as season dwindles

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 2, 2016
Tracy Claeys speaks at a press conference after being named head coach at TCF Bank Stadium on Nov. 11.

Claeys lays out goals for spring practice

by Mike Hendrickson
Published March 1, 2016
Gophers forward Hudson Fasching controls the puck while playing against Michigan in Mariucci Arena on Friday night.

Minnesota splits to stay atop the Big Ten

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 29, 2016

Fasching’s OT winner leads to split

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 27, 2016

No position found for Kill at U

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 25, 2016
Gophers forward Justin Kloos scores a goal against Penn State at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 6.

Kloos starts new year off scoring

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 25, 2016
Gophers forward Hudson Fasching fights to maintain control of the puck against Penn State in Mariucci Arena on Saturday night.

Minnesota sweeps past Ohio State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 15, 2016
Gophers forward Justin Kloos scores a goal against Penn State at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 6.

Old junior hockey linemates reunited

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 11, 2016
Gophers forward Taylor Cammarata handles the puck while playing against Penn State at Mariucci Arena on Saturday night. Minnesota fell to Penn State with a final score of 3-5.

Overturned goal leads to split at home

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 8, 2016
Gophers football head coach Tracy Claeys discusses new recruits who signed on Feb. 3 during a press conference in the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex on Wednesday afternoon.

Gophers announce 2016 recruits

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 4, 2016
Sophomore Steve Johnson handles the puck at the Xcel Energy Center on Sunday where the Gophers competed in the North Star College Cup.

Gophers focus on Big Ten

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 4, 2016

In-state players shape recruiting class

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 3, 2016
Forward Connor Reilly fights for the puck at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on Sunday, where the Gophers lost to the MSU-Mankato Mavericks 3-2 on day-two of the North Star College Cup.

Gophers last in Minnesota

by Mike Hendrickson
Published February 1, 2016
Gophers forward Justin Kloos handles the puck at Mariucci Arena on Jan. 16.

Minnesota’s offense leading turnaround

by Mike Hendrickson
Published January 28, 2016
Gophers forward Seth Ambroz celebrates after scoring the first goal against the Mavericks at the 2nd Annual North Star College Cup on Jan 23, 2015.

North Star College Cup keeps past alive

by Mike Hendrickson
Published January 26, 2016
Gophers forward Hudson Fasching handles the puck against St. Cloud State at Mariucci Arena on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015.

Offense rolls in sweep over Wisconsin

by Mike Hendrickson
Published January 25, 2016
Gophers defense Jake Bischoff maneuvers the puck down the rink at Mariucci Arena on Dec. 5.

Penalty killers getting aggressive

by Mike Hendrickson
Published January 21, 2016
Gophers forward Justin Kloos drives the puck against Spartan defenders at Mariucci Arena on Saturday. Minnesota swept Michigan State to close the series with a final score of 3-1.

Minnesota sweeps Michigan State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published January 18, 2016
Minnesota defensive back Eric Murray gives a thumbs up moments before a play on Sept. 3 at TCF Bank Stadium where the Gophers faced Texas Christian University.

Minnesota ready to face MAC opponent

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 16, 2015
Gophers defense Jake Bischoff maneuvers the puck down the rink at Mariucci Arena on Dec. 5.

Junior class paves way to split

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 14, 2015
Minnesota forward Justin Kloos races to the puck in the first period against Michigan State University at Mariucci Arena on Feb. 26.

First line picking up scoring pace

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 10, 2015
Defensive back Jalen Myrick jogs at TCF Bank Stadium on Oct. 31, 2015, where the Gophers took on the University of Michigan.

Gophers come up short on 2015 goals

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 9, 2015
Quarterback Mitch Leidner throws a pass at TCF Bank Stadium on Oct. 17, where Minnesota played the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Gophers will play in Quick Lane Bowl

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 7, 2015
Gophers forward Leon Bristedt maneuvers the puck down the rink at Mariucci Arena on Saturday during Minnesotas game against Ohio State.

Gophers sweep Ohio St.

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 7, 2015

Special teams going opposite ways

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 3, 2015
Head coach Tracy Claeys watches the Gophers play their last game of the 2015 season against the University of Wisconsin Madison where they lost 31-21 Saturday evening at the TCF Bank Stadium.

Gophers still might make bowl at 5-7

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 2, 2015
Tracy Claeys stops for a brief interview on his way off of the field for halftime at TCF Bank Stadium on Oct. 31, when the Wolverines defeated the Gophers 29-26.

Claeys on lookout for new talent

by Mike Hendrickson
Published December 1, 2015

Limegrover and Zebrowski relieved of coaching duties

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 30, 2015
Minnesota quarterback Mitch Leidner faces pressure from Wisconsin while running the ball at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday where the Gophers fell to the Badgers 31-2.

Turnovers accumulate for the Gophers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 30, 2015
Gophers running back Shannon Brooks runs for a 75-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium where Minnesota defeated Illinois 32-23. The touchdown, followed by a 2-point conversion took the gophers up 8 points, giving them a more comfortable lead.

Claeys snatches first victory

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 23, 2015
Minnesota wide receiver Drew Wolitarsky prepares to catch a pass from quarterback Mitch Leidner in the final minute of a game on Oct. 31 at TCF Bank Stadium, where the Wolverines defeated the Gophers 29-26. The play landed the Gophers at the 1-yard line, where they were unable to score before the games end.

Wolitarsky helps lead young receivers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 19, 2015

Minnesota takes down Terrapins

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 19, 2015

Offensive play calling seeing new levels of success

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 18, 2015
Running back Rodrick Williams Jr. lands in the end zone, scoring a touchdown in the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, IA, on Saturday Oct. 14 where the Gophers lost to the Hawkeyes 35-40.

Offense up but defense down for Gophers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 16, 2015
Mavericks forward Brett Knowles scores his third period goal to tie up and bring the game into overtime at Mariucci Arena on Saturday.

Mavericks make comeback to avoid sweep

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 16, 2015
Senior Rachel Banham dribbles the ball down the court on Friday at the Williams Arena where the Gophers defeated Wofford College 98-54.

Minn. earns first victory

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 16, 2015
Wide receiver KJ Maye enters the end zone, scoring a touchdown in the second quarter at TCF Bank Stadium Sept. 19 where the Gophers defeated Kent State 10-7.

Players excited about Claeys’ promotion

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 12, 2015

Schierhorn steps in goal

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 12, 2015
Forward Leon Bristedt handles the puck while playing against Northeastern in Mariucci Arena on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015.

Minnesota splits with Notre Dame

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 9, 2015

Assoc. athletics director officially resigns

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 9, 2015
Gophers quarterback Mitch Leidner searches for someone to pass to on Nov. 15, 2014 against Ohio State at TCF Bank Stadium.

Leidner finds success after healing up

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 4, 2015
Gophers quarterback Mitch Leidner searches for someone to pass to on Nov. 15, 2014 against Ohio State at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota prepares to play against No. 1 Ohio State

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 4, 2015

Fasching leads Gophers’ best line so far

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 4, 2015
The University of Michigan football team celebrates after claiming the Little Brown Jug trophy at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, where the Wolverines defeated the Gophers 29-26.

Minnesota’s final decisions define close loss

by Mike Hendrickson
Published November 2, 2015
Interim head coach Tracy Claeys speaks at a press conference regarding Jerry Kills resignation on Wednesday. Kills departure came as a shock to Claeys and the team.

Claeys takes over Gophers football

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 29, 2015
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Timberwolves head coach and U alum Flip Saunders passes away at 60

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 26, 2015
Forward Justin Kloos attempts to score against Northeastern in Mariucci Arena on Saturday night.

Gophers break losing streak

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 26, 2015
Gophers defender Nick Seeler skates during the first game of the 2015-16 season at Mariucci Arena on Oct. 10, when the Gophers fell to the University of Vermont, ending with a final score of 3-0.

Seeler adds physical play

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 22, 2015

Football a family affair for Connor Mayes

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 21, 2015
Forward Brent Gates chases down a UMD player, attempting to catch the puck in the second period at Mariucci Arena on Friday where the Gophers lost to the Bulldogs 3-1.

Duluth rolls over Gophers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 19, 2015
Quarterback Mitch Leidner throws a pass to make Gophers first touchdown of the game at TCF Bank Stadium Saturday where Minnesota fell to the Nebraska Cornhuskers 48-25.

Gophers dominated by Huskers

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 19, 2015
Wide receiver KJ Maye enters the end zone, scoring a touchdown in the second quarter at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday where the Gophers defeated Kent State 10-7.

Maye doing it all for Minnesota offense

by Mike Hendrickson
Published October 15, 2015
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