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Sep 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back John Nestor (17) celebrates as he returns an interception for a touchdown against the Northwestern State Demons during the first quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Four Gophers starters confirm they’ll return for 2026 season

Tony Liebert

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Dec 23, 2025

Darius Taylor and Minnesota are favored against New Mexico on Friday.

New Mexico vs. Minnesota Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Rate Bowl

Ameer Tyree

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Dec 23, 2025

Sep 2, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Buffalo Bulls wide receiver Nik McMillan (17) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Why Minnesota needs to take a big swing at a transfer portal WR this offseason

Tony Liebert

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Dec 22, 2025

Nov 14, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) throws a pass during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

4 keys for Minnesota's chances in the Rate Bowl against New Mexico

Tony Liebert

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Dec 22, 2025

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Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A general view of Huntington Bank Stadium before the game between the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Buffalo Bulls. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gophers reportedly promote from within for new defensive line coach

Tony Liebert

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Dec 22, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers players take the field before the game against the Buffalo Bulls at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gophers targeting ex-Iowa State linebacker commit with late recruiting push

Tony Liebert

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Dec 22, 2025

Sep 12, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; New Mexico Lobos quarterback Jack Layne (2) throws a pass during the second quarter against the UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Six players to know in Minnesota’s Rate Bowl matchup with New Mexico

Tony Liebert

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Dec 20, 2025

Jan 3, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck prepares for the mayo dump after his teams’ win over Virginia Tech Hokies at the Duke’s Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

8 storylines to follow before Minnesota's bowl game against New Mexico

Tony Liebert

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Dec 18, 2025

Aug 23, 2025; Dublin, IRELAND; Kansas State player Joe Jackson is tackled by Khijohnn Cummings-Coleman of Iowa State during the Aer Lingus Classic between Iowa State and Kansas State at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Laszlo Geczo/INPHO via Imagn Images

Why the Gophers should pursue a former MN prep star now in the transfer portal

Tony Liebert

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Dec 18, 2025

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) celebrates his teams overtime win against the Michigan State Spartans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Drake Lindsey explains why returning to Minnesota was a 'no-brainer'

Tony Liebert

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Dec 18, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck reacts during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

P.J. Fleck reveals Gophers' mindset and strategy in NIL contract negotiations

Tony Liebert

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Dec 18, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers linebacker Maverick Baranowski (6) celebrates his sack against Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the second quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Gophers' leading tackler confirms he will return next season

Tony Liebert

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Dec 17, 2025

Oct 5, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Donielle Hayes (18) celebrates his teams win after the game against the USC Trojans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

9 players with the most to gain in Minnesota's bowl game against New Mexico

Tony Liebert

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Dec 17, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats wide receiver Jayce Brown (1) reacts after making a catch without his helmet against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Why Minnesota should look at this Big 12 transfer wide receiver

Tony Liebert

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Dec 17, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) throws the ball against the Wisconsin Badgers during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Where does Drake Lindsey land in our re-ranking of 2025 Big Ten starting QBs?

Tony Liebert

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Dec 17, 2025

Dec 30, 2023; Tucson, AZ, USA; Toledo Rockets linebacker Malachi Davis (93) against the Wyoming Cowboys in the Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Three realistic defensive line targets for Minnesota in the transfer portal

Tony Liebert

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Dec 16, 2025

Sep 21, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Elijah Spencer (11) celebrates his touchdown against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Ranking every Gophers transfer portal wide receiver under P.J. Fleck

Tony Liebert

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Dec 16, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; TCU Horned Frogs wide receiver Jordan Dwyer (7) catches a pass for a touchdown over Iowa State Cyclones defensive back Quentin Taylor (24) during the second half at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Gophers reportedly reach out to Big 12 starting cornerback transfer

Tony Liebert

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Dec 16, 2025

Dec 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach Niko Medved looks on during the second half against the Texas Southern Tigers at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gophers' resume trending up after latest nonconference blowout win

Tony Liebert

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Dec 15, 2025

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