After a win and last-second shootout tie in Madison, the Gophers will look to continue their strong play as the Ohio State Buckeyes come to town. PREGAME NOTES Ohio State (7-13-2 overall, 2-6-0 Big Ten) vs. Minnesota (12-9-3 overall, 3-2-3 Big Ten) Friday, 8:12 p.m. CT on BTN – Mariucci Arena (10,000) Saturday, 7:05 p.m. […] READ MORE
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Gophers Signing Day 2015: Jerry Kill Press Conference Notes
Here are my notes from Jerry Kill’s signing day press conference. I was typing live as he talked, so they are not verbatim…just as fast as my fingers could go. The good thing is we didn’t turn the ball over today. I feel like we fulfilled needs. We know a lot about the people we […] READ MORE
Gophers Signing Day 2015: Big, Athletic Linemen Highlight Offensive Recruits for Minnesota
Bronson Dovich was considered one of the state’s top lineman in the Class of 2015 and was the first 2015 Gopher commitment. He was named Associated Press All-State. The Gophers will sign ten offensive players Wednesday. Minnesota had one of the top rushing games in the conference as David Cobb gain more than 1,000 yards […] READ MORE
Gophers Signing Day 2015: Defensive Line and Secondary Recruits Highlight Tracy Claeys’ New Additions
Ray Buford, a 6-foot-and a half inch and 189-pound corner back from Southfield (MI) High, committed to Minnesota in July. The Minnesota Golden Gophers finished 8-5 for the second straight season, despite a tough schedule. They finished 5-3 in conference play, one game better than in 2013. Part of the team’s improved record was due […] READ MORE
Gophers Signing Day 2015: Four Early Enrolees Get Jump Start in Minnesota’s Program
Charlie “Ace” Rogers, a 6-foot-1, 210-pound defensive back from Iowa Western (IA) CC, is expected to step in early for Minnesota with the graduation losses of defensive backs Cedric Thompson and Derrick Wells. Rogers helped lead Iowa Western to a #2 ranki The Minnesota Golden Gophers got an early jump on their 2015 recruiting class […] READ MORE
Q&A: Noah Kuehn, A Wendy’s High School Heisman Award Finalist, Excited to Play for Minnesota
PWO commit, Noah Kuehn is an excellent student, who was one of the finalists for the Wendy’s High School Heisman Award. Noah Kuehn, a 6-foot-5, 305-pound senior offensive tackle from Eagan (MN) High, recently committed to Minnesota as a preferred walk-on. Kuehn helped lead the Wildcats to a 5-5 mark this past season, losing to […] READ MORE
Border Battle Preview: Despite Records, Gophers-Badgers Series Always Intense
Not much has changed in two weeks since the last meeting between the Gophers and Badgers. Both historic programs are still sliding and will look to this rivalry weekend to gain momentum heading into the heart of the Big Ten schedule. PREGAME NOTES Minnesota (11-9-2 overall, 2-2-2-0 Big Ten) vs. Wisconsin (2-15-3 overall, 0-5-1-1 Big […] READ MORE
Q&A: Lifelong Gopher Fan Matthew Morse Fulfills Dream After Committing to Minnesota
Matthew Morse, a 6-foot-1, 190-pound senior from Apple Valley (MN) High, recently committed to Minnesota as a preferred walk-on. Matthew Morse, a 6-foot-1, 190-pound senior from Apple Valley (MN) High, recently committed to Minnesota as a preferred walk-on. Gopher Hole caught up with Morse Wednesday evening to learn the latest on his decision. […] READ MORE
Q&A: With College Decision a Month or Two Away, Carter Coughlin Talks Gophers, Ducks and Buckeyes
Coughlin has narrowed his recruitment down to Minnesota, Oregon and Ohio State. Carter Coughlin, a 6-foot-4, 205-pound linebacker from Eden Prairie, is considered the top in-state product from the Class of 2016. Coughlin helped lead the number one ranked Eagles to a fourth straight state title this season. Gopher Hole caught up with Coughlin […] READ MORE
Q&A: Eden Prairie Safety Blake Cashman Weighs Options, May Take PWO Opportunity With Gophers
Cashman is considering a preferred walk-on opportunity at Minnesota. Blake Cashman, a 6-foot-2, 200-pound senior athlete from Eden Prairie (MN) High, is one of the state’s top two-sports athletes. He helped lead the Eagles to their fourth straight state title in football and has the basketball team ranked fourth in the state this year. […] READ MORE