Look - maybe the Gophers will surprise me and find a way to win. That would be great.
I just don't expect it.
And the last thing I want is for the last game of the season to be a loss to Wisconsin. then you have to carry that stink with you all during the off-season.
to be clear - my first choice would be a win over Wisconsin.
but, given a choice between losing to Wisconsin, or playing a team from the East division, I would much rather play a game from the East. Based on the standings, likely would have been MSU. That is a winnable game if the Gophers have most of their roster available.