Gophers End 53-Year Drought Against Nebraska, Upset No. 25 Huskers

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Dominant Victory On Saturday, the Gophers powered their way to an impressive 34-23 win over No. 25 Nebraska, their first victory over the Huskers since 1960. After the game, it began to sink in that this was the type of victory, over a quality opponent, that could spring the team to the next level.   […] READ MORE





Q&A: Red Wing’s Nick Connelly Talks Recruiting, Says He Gets 4-5 Letters a Week from Gophers

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Nick Connelly, a 6- 6 junior defensive tackle/offensive tackle from Red Wing (MN) High, attended the Minnesota Gopher game versus Iowa, his second home contest of the season. Connelly attended several Gopher camps this summer and talked to GopherHole.com about his early recruitment.   Red Wing struggled this season, but that did not stop Connelly from […] READ MORE


Q&A: Frank Ragnow Talks Gophers Win Over Northwestern, Setting Up Official Visits

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The Gophers were the first team to offer Ragnow. Frank Ragnow, a 6-6, 300-pound senior tackle/defensive end from Chanhassen, is the top available Minnesota player and has continued to pick up offers from several top programs. Gopher Hole caught up with Ragnow after Chanhassen’s 28-14 win over Waconia Tuesday to learn the latest on his […] READ MORE


Game Preview: Nebraska at Minnesota – Gophers Must Stifle Abdullah, Rushing Attack

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No. 25 Nebraska (5-1 overall, 2-0 Big Ten) at Minnesota (5-2 overall, 1-2 Big Ten) Minneapolis, Minnesota – TCF Bank Stadium (50,805) Saturday 11:00 a.m. CT – ESPN Spread: Nebraska -11   PREGAME NOTES    Series History The Gophers and Cornhuskers matchup dates back over 100 years with Minnesota leading the all-time series 29-22-2 over […] READ MORE


News, Notes, Tid-Bits and Quotes: Leidner Ailing, Nelson to Start?

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Following an emotional 20-17 victory on the road against Northwestern, acting head coach Tracy Claeys took questions at Tuesday’s local press conference and Big Ten Conference call.  The Gophers were happy with their first league win but know that there is still plenty of work to do to prepare for Nebraska this weekend.   Looking […] READ MORE