Game Preview: Minnesota vs Syracuse – Gophers Hungry for Texas Bowl Redemption

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Syracuse (6-6 overall, 4-4 ACC) vs. Minnesota (8-4 overall, 4-4 Big Ten) Houston, Texas – Reliant Stadium (71,500) Friday 5:00 p.m. CT – ESPN Spread: Minnesota -4   PREGAME NOTES    Texas Bowl On December 27, the Gophers will make their return to the Texas Bowl, this year to take on the Syracuse Orange. This […] READ MORE


Q&A: Washburn RB Jeff Jones Talks Recruitment, Iowa State Visit and More

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Jones has taken recent official visits to Minnesota and Iowa State. Jeff Jones, a 5-10, 180-pound senior running back from Minneapolis Washburn who was named Minnesota’s Mr. Football, recently visited Iowa State. The Gopher commit took his official visit to Minnesota earlier this month.     Jones rushed for 1523 yards (9.1 yards per carry) […] READ MORE


Q&A: Frank Ragnow on Gophers: “I like them a lot.” Updates Recruiting, Talks Twitter & More

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Ragnow recently visited Minnesota and Florida State and is considering several possible visits in January. Frank Ragnow, a 6-6, 300-pound senior tackle/defensive end from Chanhassen, is the top available Minnesota player. He recently visited Minnesota and Florida State and is considering several possible visits in January. Gopher Hole caught up with Ragnow after Chanhassen’s 71-59 […] READ MORE


Q&A: Eden Prairie RB Anthony Anderson Recaps State Title, Talks Gophers

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Anderson attended two Gophers games this year. Anthony Anderson, a senior running back from Eden Prairie (MN) High, helped lead the Eagles to three straight state titles and a number one ranking this year. He was also a standout basketball player who helped lead Eden Prairie to the state tournament last season. Anderson attended two […] READ MORE


Q&A: Eden Prairie TE Zach Hovey Has PWO Offer From Gophers, Badgers

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Zach Hovey, a 6-5, 230-pound senior tight end from Eden Prairie (MN) High, helped lead the Eagles to the Prep Bowl title for the third straight year with a 28-7 win over Rosemount. Zach Hovey, a 6-5, 230-pound senior tight end from Eden Prairie (MN) High, helped lead the Eagles to the Prep Bowl title […] READ MORE


SKI-U-MAH!!! Top 10 Gopher Sports Stories for 2013!!!

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It was a great year in Dinkytown for Gopher sports. A national title, NCAA tournament success, incredible individual performances and fresh leadership and vision highlight a fantastic year. Here are the Top 10 Gopher Sports Stories in 2013.     READ MORE


Q&A: Cody Poock on Picking U: “I just felt that special bond with Minnesota”

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Poock received offers to play football from Minnesota, Illinois, Texas Christian and others. Cody Poock, a 6-3, 230 pound freshman linebacker from Iowa Western Community College who visited Minnesota for the Wisconsin game, committed to the Golden Gophers Saturday.   Poock, who is from Spirit Lake, Iowa, was a full qualifier and will enroll in […] READ MORE



Q&A: Getting to Know Gophers Commit Jerry Gibson Through the Eyes of His HS Coach

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Jerry Gibson, a 6-foot-3, 220-pound senior from Theodore (AL) High, recently became the tenth player to commit to Minnesota. He visited Minnesota for the Penn State game and committed three weeks later.   Gopher Hole caught up with Theodore head coach Eric Collier to learn the latest on his commitment.   Gopher Hole: What do […] READ MORE


Football Recruiting Nuggets & Tid-Bits: Gophers Host Another Big Recruiting Weekend

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Connor Mayes, a 6-foot-5 320-pound center from Van Alstyne, is the younger brother of current freshman Alex. He committed to Minnesota in June, but has received plenty of interest from schools such as Baylor, Kansas, Kansas State, Oklahoma, TCU, Texas Tec {C}Minnesota is expected to host four official visitors, including two commitments this weekend. The […] READ MORE