CBS: Big Ten football power rankings 2026 (9. Minnesota; The Golden Gophers are worth keeping an eye on)

[BleedGopher]

Per Backus:

9. Minnesota​

Minnesota flew under the radar in 2025 while winning eight games for a second consecutive season under coach P.J. Fleck and they're flying under the radar again entering 2026. The Golden Gophers are worth keeping an eye on, though. They return a wealth of starting experience on offense, including top running back Darius Taylor and starting quarterback Drake Lindsey, and the defense is anchored by stars like defensive end Anthony Smith.

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Go Gophers!!

 

[gopherbadgerman]

Seems pretty fair

 

[RememberMurray]

The B1G is clearly the best conference in college football. If the Gophers finish in the top third in 2026, that will be an impressive accomplishment.