Gophers aim for 6-3 record in tough Big Ten schedule
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Minnesota’s upcoming Big Ten football season presents a challenging lineup that includes games against tough opponents such as Washington, Michigan, and Iowa. Head coach P.J. Fleck has received a vote of confidence from Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse, who acknowledges the potential for a 6-3 record in conference play. The season kicks off against Washington, a formidable team with a strong home record. Additional must-win games are expected against Purdue and Northwestern, with the Gophers needing to secure victories against well-coached rivals to achieve their goals.
- •Minnesota opens Big Ten play at Washington, a historic tough venue.
- •Colleague Patrick Reusse praises P.J. Fleck's potential for success this season.
- •Gophers face must-win situations against Purdue and Northwestern.
- •The team has not won at Beaver Stadium since 2003 against Penn State.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Treacherous waters await the Gophers in Big Ten play
"A 6-3 record will be easier said than done for Minnesota
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