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FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Minnesota running back Mohamed Ibrahim (24) carries the ball as Rutgers defensive back Christian Izien (12) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Sarah Stier, File)
Getting Bateman back could be game-changer for Gophers

By Dave Campbell Oct. 14, 2020 04:56 PM EDT

Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell (7) is tackled by Wisconsin cornerback Semar Melvin (20) during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Badgers take back Axe in snowy 38-17 win vs. Gophers

By Dave Campbell Nov. 30, 2019 07:18 PM EST

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor runs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
As Gophers aim for title game, Badgers seek to take back Axe

By Dave Campbell Nov. 29, 2019 10:21 AM EST

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette, left, celebrates with offensive lineman Kyler Schott, right, after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Matthew Putney)
No. 23 Iowa hands No. 7 Minnesota its first loss, 23-19

Nov. 16, 2019 07:33 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 28, 2019, file photo, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck celebrates a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind. Fleck believes keeping an open line of communication is the key to allowing him to redshirt a player without resistance, and avoid having an athlete make the decision himself. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Minnesota coach PJ Fleck gets contract extended through 2026

By Dave Campbell Nov. 05, 2019 03:14 PM EST

Maryland defensive back Antoine Brooks Jr. (25) makes an interception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
No. 17 Minnesota aims to stay unbeaten, as Maryland visits

By The Associated Press Oct. 24, 2019 03:50 PM EDT

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck celebrates a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
After career game, Minnesota QB Morgan turns toward Illinois

By Dave Campbell Oct. 04, 2019 07:04 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Minnesota wide receiver Tyler Johnson catches a pass against Miami (Ohio) in the second half of an NCAA football game in Minneapolis. Minnesota returns a major portion of its offense from the strong finish to last season that featured a dominant victory at rival Wisconsin, led by wide receiver Tyler Johnson and running back Mohamed Ibrahim. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
After strong 2018 finish, Gophers enter pivotal season

By Dave Campbell Aug. 13, 2019 06:09 PM EDT

Iowa's Julius Brents intercepts the ball intended for Minnesota wide receiver Tyler Johnson during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, in Minneapolis. Iowa won 48-31. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Stanley's 4 TD passes send Iowa past Minnesota 48-31

By Dave Campbell Oct. 06, 2018 07:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, file photo, Minnesota's Antoine Winfield Jr. (11) is congratulated by teammates after intercepting a pass in the end zone during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Fresno State in Minneapolis. Winfield, the son of the former Minnesota Vikings safety, is playing the same position for the Gophers and quickly establishing himself as a team leader. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)
Winning with Winfield: Minnesota safety plays up to his name

By Dave Campbell Sep. 14, 2018 12:24 PM EDT

Minnesota tight end Seth Green (17) celebrates with quarterback Zack Annexstad (5) after the team scored a touchdown against New Mexico State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Minnesota beats New Mexico St. 48-10 in QB Annexstad's debut

By Dave Campbell Aug. 30, 2018 06:16 PM EDT