Minnesota Golden Gophers Football - News, Roster, History, College Football Records, Stats & Facts

Team Information

Ground	Huntington Bank Stadium
City	Minneapolis, Minnesota
Conference	Big Ten,
Nickname	Golden Gophers

2023 Regular Season Leaders

All Statistics

Passing Yards

Max Brosmer

1456

Drake Lindsey

Rushing Yards

432

223

Receiving Yards

451

255

223

162

Interceptions

Koi Perich

Kerry Brown

Ethan Robinson

Aidan Gousby

Minnesota Golden Gophers Football Bio

The Minnesota Golden Gophers football team, representing the University of Minnesota, competes at the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) level. Founded in 1882, they have a rich history and are proud members of the Big Ten Conference since its inception in 1896 (originally known as the Western Conference).

The team has a distinguished history, claiming seven national championships and securing numerous conference titles. They call the Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis their home ground. The Gophers have passionate fans who eagerly participate in rivalries with teams such as Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, Penn State, and Nebraska. Over the years, they have produced many Consensus All-Americans, cementing their legacy in college football.

Name of Team	Minnesota Golden Gophers football
First season	1882
Athletic director	Mark Coyle
Head coach	P. J. Fleck
Stadium	Huntington Bank Stadium (Capacity: 50,805)
Location	Minneapolis, Minnesota
Conference	Big Ten Conference
Division	West
Field surface	Natural grass
Conference titles	18
Division titles	1
Fight Song	Minnesota Rouser
Mascot	Goldy Gopher
Rivalries	Rivalries with Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, Penn State, Nebraska
Consensus All-Americans	34

Minnesota Golden Gophers History

The history of the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team is a tale of ups and downs, marked by significant achievements and occasional challenges. The team's journey dates back to its inception in 1882, with its first victory over Hamline University in the same year. The Gophers have been an integral part of the Big Ten Conference since 1896, playing a pivotal role in college football.

In its early years, the sport at the University of Minnesota had humble beginnings, with students initially playing recreationally. It was only a short time before a formal team was established, with the help of faculty members who had played football at eastern schools. The Gophers had multiple coaches during this period, reflecting the sport's evolving nature. In 1900, the hiring of Dr. Henry L. Williams as the first full-time salaried coach marked a turning point, bringing stability and structure to the team.

The Gophers reached their glory years in the early 20th century under the guidance of Coach Henry L. Williams, who developed the innovative "Minnesota shift." They enjoyed an impressive unbeaten streak and won three consecutive National Championships from 1934 to 1936. The team, led by Bruce Smith, secured additional national championships in 1940 and 1941, including Smith winning the Heisman Trophy in 1941. This period featured an 18-game winning streak.

Despite some challenging seasons in the late 1940s and 1950s, the Gophers returned to the national stage in 1960 by winning their seventh national championship. They also claimed their first Rose Bowl victory despite a second-place conference finish. Minnesota last secured a Big Ten title in 1967.

In recent history, the Gophers have had moments of resurgence. Notable seasons in 1999 and 2003 marked their return to prominence, and they moved to their new home at TCF Bank Stadium in 2009. The team faced challenges in 2006, resulting in a coaching change. Subsequent years saw shifts in leadership, with the Gophers making bowl game appearances.

In 2019, the Gophers turned heads with a historic 11-2 season, including a victory over a top-ranked Penn State team and their first 9-0 start since 1904. This recent success continues to build on the rich legacy of the Minnesota Golden Gophers football program, cementing their place in college football history.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Coach

The Minnesota Golden Gophers football program has been led by various head coaches throughout its history. One of the notable head coaches in recent years is P. J. Fleck, who has been at the team's helm since 2017. Under his leadership, the team has seen improved performance and a strong presence in the Big Ten Conference. Fleck is known for his motivational and energetic coaching style, often called "Row the Boat," emphasizing teamwork and perseverance.

Here is a table listing the head coaches in the history of the Minnesota Golden Gophers football program:

Tenure	Coach
1882	No coach
1883	Thomas Peebles
1886–1888	Frederick S. Jones
1889	Al McCord, D. W. McCord, Frank Heffelfinger, Billy Morse
1890	Tom Eck
1891	Edward Moulton
1892	No coach
1893	Wallace Winter
1894	Tom Cochrane Jr.
1895	Pudge Heffelfinger
1896–1897	Alexander Jerrems
1898	Jack Minds
1899	Jack Harrison, William C. Leary
1900–1921	Henry L. Williams
1922–1924	William H. Spaulding
1925–1929	Clarence Spears
1930–1931	Fritz Crisler
1932–1941, 1945–1950	Bernie Bierman
1942–1944	George Hauser
1951–1953	Wes Fesler
1954–1971	Murray Warmath
1972–1978	Cal Stoll
1979–1983	Joe Salem
1984–1985	Lou Holtz
1986–1991	John Gutekunst
1992–1996	Jim Wacker
1997–2006	Glen Mason
2007–2010	Tim Brewster
2010	Jeff Horton
2011–2015	Jerry Kill
2015–2016	Tracy Claeys
2017–present	P. J. Fleck

Minnesota Golden Gophers Stadium: Huntington Bank Stadium

Huntington Bank Stadium serves as the home turf for the Minnesota Golden Gophers college football team, situated at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. This 52,525-seat stadium features a distinctive "horseshoe" design and was constructed for $303.3 million. Notably, its design allows for potential expansion, with the capacity to accommodate up to 80,000 spectators in the future.

The stadium played a unique role when it temporarily hosted the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League during the 2014 and 2015 seasons while the U.S. Bank Stadium was under construction. Huntington Bank Stadium stands as a key venue for college football in Minnesota, offering a spirited and dynamic atmosphere for both players and fans.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Rivals

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have a set of fierce rivalries with other college football teams, each marked by its own unique traditions and historical significance.

One of the most notable rivalries is with Wisconsin, which is one of the oldest and most-played in college football. The matchup winner is awarded Paul Bunyan's Axe, a cherished tradition that has endured since 1948. This rivalry has seen periods of dominance by both teams, with Wisconsin breaking new ground with a 14-game win streak. As of the 2022 season, the series is tied at 62–62–8.

Another intense rivalry is with Iowa, and the prize at stake is the Floyd of Rosedale, a 98 lb bronze pig trophy. The tradition of this unique rivalry began in 1935 when the governors of both states bet prize hogs to de-escalate tensions between the teams and their fans. Minnesota leads the series with a record of 62–51–2, underscoring the competitive spirit of their contests.

The Michigan–Minnesota rivalry holds a special place in college football history as the first and oldest trophy game. The game's victor is awarded the Little Brown Jug, a five-gallon earthenware jug with a fascinating backstory. Michigan leads the series with a record of 77–25–3, adding to the competitive edge of this long-standing rivalry.

Penn State is another rival of the Golden Gophers, and their annual clash for the Governor's Victory Bell adds to the excitement. Introduced in 1993 to mark Penn State's entry into the Big Ten Conference, this rivalry has historical significance. Penn State leads the series with a 10–6 record as of the last game played in 2022.

The rivalry with Nebraska features the $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy, an unofficial but lighthearted symbol of their matchup. Created by fans during playful exchanges on social media, this trophy has added a unique flavor to their annual contest. Minnesota leads the series with a record of 37–25–2, making it a fiercely contested rivalry.

These rivalries not only bring out the best in the teams but also contribute to the rich tapestry of college football traditions, with unique trophies and passionate fan bases eagerly awaiting these annual showdowns.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Record and stats

Championship Conferences

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have a storied history in college football, with notable achievements in championship conferences. Over the years, they have claimed national titles in 1904, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1940, 1941, and 1960. These championships reflect their consistent competitiveness and contributions to the sport's legacy.

Division Championships

In addition to their national success, the Gophers have excelled within their divisions. Notably, they secured a division championship in 2019, showcasing their ability to navigate and triumph in the competitive landscape of college football.

Conference Championship Game Appearances

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have made significant appearances in conference championship games, competing at the highest level of collegiate football. These appearances highlight their commitment to excellence and their pursuit of conference titles.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Roster

No.	Name	Position	Height	Weight	Redshirt Status	Experience	Hometown	Class
0	Le'Meke Brockington	WR	6' 0''	200	3 / 3	3 years	Moultrie, Ga. / Colquitt County	R-So.
0	Anthony Smith	DL	6' 6''	285	2 / 2	4 years	Shippensburg, Pa. / Shippensburg	R-Fr.
1	Darius Taylor	RB	5' 11''	210	1 / 1	4 years	Detroit, Mich. / Walled Lake Western	Fr.
2	Tre'Von Jones	DB	6' 0''	180	5 / 1	1 year	Warrenton, N.C. / Trinity Christian	5th
2	Sean Tyler	RB	5' 9''	190	5 / 1	1 year	Richton Park, Ill. / Rich Central / Western Michigan	5th
3	Tyler Bride	DB	5' 10''	185	4 / 1	2 years	Atlanta, Ga. / Greater Atlanta Christian	Sr.
4	Za'Quan Bryan	DB	5' 10''	185	1 / 1	4 years	Savannah, Ga. / Benedictine Military School	Fr.
4	Corey Crooms Jr.	WR	6' 0''	195	5 / 1	1 year	Country Club Hills, Ill. / Hillcrest / Western Michigan	5th
5	T.J. McWilliams	WR	6' 0''	180	1 / 1	4 years	Indianapolis, Ind. / North Central	Fr.
5	Justin Walley	DB	5' 11''	190	3 / 3	2 years	D’Iberville, Miss. / D’Iberville	Jr.
6	Maverick Baranowski	LB	6' 3''	230	2 / 2	4 years	Ponce Inlet, Fla. / Spruce Creek	R-Fr.
7	Chris Autman-Bell	WR	6' 1''	205	7 / 7	1 year	Kankakee, Ill. / Bishop McNamara	6th
7	Aidan Gousby	DB	6' 0''	190	2 / 2	4 years	Lehigh Acres, Fla. / Lehigh Senior	R-Fr.
8	Darnell Jefferies	DL	6' 3''	290	6 / 2	1 year	Covington, Ga. / Newton / Clemson	6th
8	Athan Kaliakmanis	QB	6' 4''	215	3 / 3	3 years	Antioch, Ill. / Antioch	R-So.
9	Daniel Jackson	WR	6' 0''	200	4 / 4	2 years	Kansas City, Kan. / Bishop Miege	Sr.
9	Devon Williams	LB	6' 1''	230	3 / 3	3 years	Dublin, Ohio / Dublin Coffman	R-So.
11	Karter Menz	DL	6' 5''	220	1 / 1	4 years	Horace, N.D. / West Fargo Sheyenne	Fr.
11	Elijah Spencer	WR	6' 2''	200	3 / 1	2 years	Irmo, S.C. / Dutch Fork / Charlotte	Jr.
12	Darius Green	DB	6' 1''	200	3 / 3	3 years	Covington, Ga. / Newton	R-So.
12	Cole Kramer	QB	6' 1''	205	5 / 5	2 years	Eden Prairie, Minn. / Eden Prairie	R-Sr.
13	Chris Collins	DL	6' 5''	255	6 / 1	1 year	Richmond, Va. / Benedictine College Prep / North Carolina	6th
13	Kristen Hoskins	WR	5' 9''	175	2 / 2	4 years	Alexandria, Minn. / Alexandria	R-Fr.
14	Kerry Brown	DB	5' 10''	180	1 / 1	4 years	Naples, Fla. / Naples	Fr.
15	Kenric Lanier II	WR	6' 1''	195	1 / 1	4 years	Decatur, Ga. / Decatur	Fr.
15	Rowan Zolman	LB	6' 4''	225	2 / 1	3 years	Churubusco, Ind. / East Noble	So.
16	Coleman Bryson	DB	6' 2''	210	2 / 2	4 years	Waynesville, N.C. / Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School	R-Fr.
16	Max Shikenjanski	QB	6' 2''	165	1 / 1	4 years	Stillwater, Minn. / Stillwater	Fr

17	Jah Joyner	DL	6' 5''	265	4 / 4	3 years	Danbury, Conn. / Danbury	R-Jr.
18	Rhyland Kelly	DB	6' 2''	195	2 / 2	4 years	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada / Clearwater Academy International	R-Fr.
18	Drew Viotto	QB	6' 4''	235	1 / 1	4 years	Sault Ste Marie, Ontario / Walled Lake Western	Fr.
19	Joey Gerlach	LB	6' 3''	225	2 / 2	4 years	Woodbury, Minn. / Woodbury	R-Fr.
19	Pierce Walsh	TE	6' 4''	245	1 / 1	4 years	Downers Grove, Ill. / Benet Academy	Fr.
20	Jack Henderson	DB	6' 3''	215	4 / 1	2 years	Mandeville, La. / Mandeville / Southeastern Louisiana	Sr.
20	Cade Osterman	WR	6' 1''	185	1 / 1	4 years	Elk River, Minn. / Elk River	Fr.
21	Craig McDonald	DB	6' 2''	210	4 / 1	3 years	Minneapolis, Minn. / Minnehaha Academy	R-Jr.
21	Bryce Williams	RB	6' 0''	210	6 / 6	1 year	Sarasota, Fla. / Cardinal Mooney	6th
22	Donielle Hayes	WR	6' 0''	170	1 / 1	4 years	Pensacola, Fla. / Pine Forest	Fr.
22	Evan Redding	DB	5' 11''	185	2 / 2	4 years	Menomonee Falls, Wis. / Menomonee Falls	R-Fr.
23	Garrison Monroe	DB	6' 0''	195	1 / 1	4 years	Shakopee, Minn. / Shakopee	Fr.
23	Marquese Williams	RB	5' 9''	175	1 / 1	4 years	Harrisburg, Pa. / Bishop McDevitt	Fr.
24	Tariq Watson	DB	5' 10''	185	2 / 2	4 years	Gretna, La. / Helen Cox	R-Fr.
25	Cortez LeGrant	RB	5' 11''	175	1 / 1	4 years	Sun Prairie, Wis. / Sun Prairie East HS	Fr.
26	Zach Evans	RB	5' 10''	205	2 / 2	4 years	Heath, Texas / Rockwall-Heath	R-Fr.
26	Victor Pless	DB	5' 10''	175	4 / 4	3 years	Kennesaw, Ga. / Harrison	R-Jr.
27	Tyler Nubin	DB	6' 2''	210	5 / 5	1 year	St. Charles, Ill. / St. Charles North	5th
28	Colton Gregersen	DL	6' 2''	250	2 / 2	4 years	Burnsville, Minn. / Burnsville	R-Fr.
28	Zach Jorgensen	WR	6' 2''	200	2 / 2	4 years	Fairmont, Minn. / Fairmont	R-Fr.
29	Ethan Carrier	DB	6' 1''	190	1 / 1	4 years	Detroit Lakes, Minn. / Detroit Lakes	Fr.
30	Jordan Nubin	RB	5' 11''	215	3 / 3	3 years	St. Charles, Ill. / St. Charles North	R-So.
30	Drew Wilson	LB	6' 1''	210	1 / 1	4 years	Mequon, Wis. / Homestead	Fr.
31	Jordan Greenhow	DB	5' 11''	190	3 / 2	3 years	Glen Allen, Va. / Glen Allen HS	R-So.
32	Alex Elliott	LB	6' 2''	210	1 / 1	4 years	Hutchinson, Minn. / Hutchinson	Fr.
33	Max Grand	RB	5' 9''	205	2 / 2	4 years	Ellsworth, Wis. / Ellsworth	R-Fr.
33	Ryan Selig	LB	6' 3''	235	6 / 1	1 year	Lake Villa, Ill. / Lakes Community / Western Michigan	6th

34	Jack Tinnen	LB	6' 4''	220	2 / 2	4 years	Brookfield, Wis. / Brookfield Central	R-Fr.
35	Derik LeCaptain	LB	6' 2''	235	5 / 5	2 years	Gardner, Wis. / Southern Door	R-Sr.
36	Jackson Powers	DB	5' 11''	185	1 / 1	4 years	Maple Grove, Minn. / Maple Grove	Fr.
36	Ryan Shamburger	P	6' 2''	195	4 / 2	3 years	McKinney, Texas / Mckinney North / Navarro College	R-Jr.
37	Brady Weeks	LS	6' 0''	225	5 / 5	1 year	O'Fallon, Mo. / Fort Zumwalt West	5th
38	Ryan Algrim	LS	6' 2''	225	1 / 1	4 years	Elburn, Ill. / Kaneland	Fr.
40	Zander Rockow	LB	6' 1''	230	1 / 1	4 years	Eau Claire, Wis. / Regis	Fr.
41	Cade Larson	LB	6' 1''	225	2 / 2	4 years	Harrisburg, S.D. / Harrisburg	R-Fr.
42	Jack Hawkinson	DL	6' 4''	255	3 / 3	3 years	Frankfort, Ill. / Lincoln-Way East	R-So.
43	Eli Mau	LB	6' 2''	235	3 / 3	3 years	Victoria, Minn. / Chanhassen	R-So.
44	Tyler Stolsky	LB	6' 3''	225	2 / 2	4 years	Portage, Mich. / Portage Central	R-Fr.
45	Cody Lindenberg	LB	6' 3''	240	4 / 4	3 years	Anoka, Minn. / Anoka	R-Jr.
46	Lucas Finnessy	DL	6' 3''	245	4 / 4	2 years	Sussex, Wis. / Hamilton	Sr.
47	Hayden Schwartz	DL	6' 4''	245	2 / 2	4 years	Jacksonville, Fla. / The Bolles School	R-Fr.
48	Jacob Lewis	K	6' 2''	210	4 / 2	3 years	Delaware, Ohio / Olentangy Berlin / Ball State	R-Jr.
49	Matt Kingsbury	LB	6' 3''	230	1 / 1	4 years	Chicago, Ill. / St. Rita	Fr.
50	JJ Guedet	OL	6' 8''	315	5 / 5	2 years	Washington, Ill. / Washington Community	R-Sr.
51	Jerome Williams	OL	6' 4''	300	1 / 1	4 years	Osseo, Minn. / Osseo	Fr.
52	Spencer Alvarez	OL	6' 6''	290	2 / 2	4 years	Columbia Heights, Minn. / Columbia Heights	R-Fr.
52	Luther McCoy	DL	6' 5''	295	3 / 3	3 years	Saint Johns, Fla. / Creekside	R-So.
55	Karter Shaw	OL	6' 4''	305	6 / 3	1 year	South Jordan, Utah / Herriman / Utah State	6th
58	Jackson Hunter	OL	6' 6''	300	3 / 3	3 years	Oconomowoc, Wis. / Oconomowoc	R-So.
59	Tony Nelson	OL	6' 6''	315	2 / 2	4 years	Tracy, Minn. / Tracy-Milroy-Balaton	R-Fr.
60	Phillip Daniels	OL	6' 5''	300	1 / 1	4 years	Cincinnati, Ohio / Princeton	Fr.
65	Greg Johnson	OL	6' 6''	320	1 / 1	4 years	Prior Lake, Minn. / Prior Lake	Fr.
66	Nathan Boe	OL	6' 5''	300	6 / 6	1 year	Lakeville, Minn. / Lakeville North	6th
67	De’Eric Mister	OL	6' 6''	300	1 / 1	4 years	Gary, Ind. / West Side	West Side	Fr.

69	Aireontae Ersery	OL	6' 6''	325	4 / 4	3 years	Kansas City, Mo. / Ruskin	R-Jr.
70	Cade McConnell	OL	6' 5''	310	2 / 2	4 years	Choctaw, Okla. / Choctaw	R-Fr.
71	Martes Lewis	OL	6' 7''	335	4 / 4	3 years	Merrillville, Ind. / Merrillville	R-Jr.
73	Tyrell Lawrence	OL	6' 7''	355	4 / 4	3 years	Milton, Ontario, Canada / Clearwater Academy International	R-Jr.
75	Tyler Cooper	OL	6' 5''	315	5 / 5	2 years	Saint Croix Falls, Wis. / Saint Croix Falls	R-Sr.
76	Reese Tripp	OL	6' 7''	345	1 / 1	4 years	Mantorville, Minn. / Kasson-Mantorville	Fr.
77	Quinn Carroll	OL	6' 7''	315	5 / 2	2 years	Edina, Minn. / Edina / Notre Dame	5th
78	Ashton Beers	OL	6' 6''	315	2 / 2	4 years	Slinger, Wis. / Slinger	R-Fr.
79	Logan Purcell	OL	6' 7''	300	3 / 3	3 years	Annandale, Minn. / Annandale	R-So.
80	Dino Kaliakmanis	WR	6' 2''	205	3 / 3	3 years	Antioch, Ill. / Antioch	R-So.
81	Quentin Redding	WR	5' 7''	160	3 / 3	3 years	Menomonee Falls, Wis. / Menomonee Falls	R-So.
82	Wyatt Schroeder	TE	6' 5''	255	4 / 4	3 years	St. Francis, Minn. / St. Francis	R-Jr.
83	Sam Peters	TE	6' 5''	235	1 / 1	4 years	Maple Grove, Minn. / Maple Grove	Fr.
84	Jack DiSano	TE	6' 4''	250	2 / 2	4 years	Glenview, Ill. / Glenbrook South	R-Fr.
85	Frank Bierman	TE	6' 4''	245	4 / 2	3 years	Tipton, Iowa / Tipton / Iowa Western CC	R-Jr.
86	Jameson Geers	TE	6' 6''	255	3 / 3	3 years	Channahon, Ill. / Providence Catholic	R-So.
87	Nick Kallerup	TE	6' 5''	270	5 / 5	2 years	Wayzata, Minn. / Wayzata	R-Sr.
88	Brevyn Spann-Ford	TE	6' 7''	270	6 / 6	1 year	St. Cloud, Minn. / St. Cloud Technical Senior	6th
89	Nate Becker	DL	6' 6''	285	3 / 3	3 years	Maple Grove, Minn. / Maple Grove	R-So.
89	Nathan Jones	TE	6' 5''	255	2 / 2	4 years	Brock, Texas / Brock	R-Fr.
91	Deven Eastern	DL	6' 6''	305	3 / 3	3 years	Shakopee, Minn. / Shakopee	R-So.
92	Danny Striggow	DL	6' 5''	255	4 / 4	2 years	Long Lake, Minn. / Orono	Sr.
93	Kyler Baugh	DL	6' 2''	305	5 / 2	1 year	Talihina, Okla. / Talihina / Houston Baptist	5th
95	Caleb McGrath	P	6' 2''	190	1 / 1	4 years	Apple Valley, Minn. / Eastview	Fr.
96	Mark Crawford	P	6' 5''	230	4 / 4	2 years	Perth, Western Australia	Sr.
96	Logan Richter	DL	6' 4''	320	5 / 5	2 years	Perham, Minn. / Perham	R-Sr.
97	Jalen Logan-Redding	DL	6' 4''	285	4 / 4	3 years	Columbia, Mo. / Rock Bridge	R-Jr.

98	David Kemp	K	5' 8''	165	3 / 1	3 years	Jacksonville, Fla. / Bartram Trail	R-So.
99	Dragan Kesich	K	6' 4''	240	4 / 4	2 years	Oak Creek, Wis. / Oak Creek	Sr.
99	Theorin Randle	DL	6' 2''	300	1 / 1	4 years	Houston, Texas / Shadow Creek	Fr.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Schedule


Date	Opponent	Location	Time	TV
Aug 31	University of Nebraska	Huntington Bank Stadium	7:00 PM	FOX
Sep 9	Eastern Michigan University	Huntington Bank Stadium	6:30 PM	BTN
Sep 16	University of North Carolina	Chapel Hill, NC	2:30 PM	ESPN
Sep 23	Northwestern University	Evanston, IL	6:30 PM	BTN
Sep 30	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	Huntington Bank Stadium	11:00 AM	BTN
Oct 7	University of Michigan	Huntington Bank Stadium	6:30 PM	NBC
Oct 21	University of Iowa	Iowa City, IA	2:30 PM	NBC
Oct 28	Michigan State University	Huntington Bank Stadium	2:30 PM	BTN
Nov 4	University of Illinois	Huntington Bank Stadium	2:30 PM	BTN
Nov 11	Purdue University	West Lafayette, IN	2:30 PM	NBC
Nov 18	Ohio State University	Columbus, OH	TBA
Nov 25	University of Wisconsin	Huntington Bank Stadium	TBA

FAQs

A. The capacity of Huntington Bank Stadium is 50,805 spectators.

A. The last time the Gophers won a Big Ten title was in 1967.

A. The team's mascot, Goldy Gopher, was introduced in 1952 and has become an iconic university representation.

A. The most significant achievements of the Minnesota Golden Gophers in college football include winning seven national championships and securing numerous conference titles.

A. The Little Brown Jug is significant in the Minnesota-Michigan rivalry as it's the oldest and first trophy game in college football, awarded to the winner of their annual matchup.