ESPN: The Big Ten's All-Bowl team ( Engel, Epping, Hageman, Carter & Stoudermire)

[BleedGopher]

WR: Derrick Engel, Minnesota -- Along with quarterback Philip Nelson, Engel provided some hope for Minnesota's future on offense with 108 receiving yards on four receptions in the Meineke Car Care Bowl of Texas. His 42-yard reception marked the third longest of Minnesota's season.

OL: Zac Epping, Minnesota -- Minnesota's offensive line showed flashes of the dominance it displayed for much of the Glen Mason era against Texas Tech. The Gophers racked up 222 rush yards and two touchdowns on 54 carries, as Epping and his linemates opened up holes for Donnell Kirkwood, Rodrick Williams and MarQueis Gray.

DL: Ra'Shede Hageman, Minnesota -- The big man in the center of Minnesota's defensive line stood out against Texas Tech, recording six tackles, including a sack, and a pass breakup. Gophers fans should be fired up to have Hageman back in the fold for the 2013 season.

CB: Michael Carter, Minnesota -- Carter finished off a strong senior year with two interceptions, a pass breakup and seven tackles in the 34-31 loss to Texas Tech.

Returner: Troy Stoudermire, Minnesota -- It took a bit longer than expected, but Stoudermire finally set the NCAA record for career kick return yards with a 26-yard runback on the opening kickoff against Texas Tech. The senior cornerback finished the game with 111 return yards, including a 37-yard runback, on four attempts.

http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/69524/the-big-tens-all-bowl-team

Go Gophers!!

 

[Ski U Master]

Looks like they forgot to subtract the penalty yardage off of Epping's stats.

 

[Killjoy]

Looks like they forgot to subtract the penalty yardage off of Epping's stats.

Depends upon your viewpoint. Some people saw those yards in a more positive light than others. The ones that did liked his nasty attitude and see it as a omen of more good things to come. If Kill was upset about it he probably would have pulled him out of the game for a few plays at that time.

 

[MNVCGUY]

Depends upon your viewpoint. Some people saw those yards in a more positive light than others. The ones that did liked his nasty attitude and see it as a omen of more good things to come. If Kill was upset about it he probably would have pulled him out of the game for a few plays at that time.

The first penalty was forgivable. The second was just a bonehead play. Kill may not have wanted to pull him out of a game but I don't think you will find any coach that would be happy to see one player singlehandedly cost his team 30 yards on one series.

 

[Killjoy]

The first penalty was forgivable. The second was just a bonehead play. Kill may not have wanted to pull him out of a game but I don't think you will find any coach that would be happy to see one player singlehandedly cost his team 30 yards on one series.

I am sure your right but I wanted to point out that seeing a little nasty has its upside.

 

[nsmike]

I am sure your right but I wanted to point out that seeing a little nasty has its upside.

It's better if it's positively channeled. I'm sure they''ll work on that in the spring.

 

[Adam]

Looks like they forgot to subtract the penalty yardage off of Epping's stats.

No need to subtract anything...the goph's racked up 222 yards on the ground and Epping was a big reason why. Congratulations to him and the rest of the O-line.

 

[50PoundHead]

Looks like they forgot to subtract the penalty yardage off of Epping's stats.

I hope Epping had to run a few laps (or something) for that. Couldn't believe how stupid the last penalty was.

 

[Bayfieldgopher]

My guess is that Kill would probably like a boat load of Epping's!

 

[Killjoy]

My guess is that Kill would probably like a boat load of Epping's!

That was a very nasty response but so on.

 

[Sumtimegophs]

While I can't argue about the bonehead penalties, I have to admit that I have a serious bro-crush on Epping. I think he will be a punishing blocker next season and I also think he will be all B1G.