Gophers to wear golden chrome helmets against Michigan on Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:57 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Minnesota Gophers will don their golden chrome helmets for the first time since 2023 during their matchup against Michigan. This game is set for 11 a.m. CT on Saturday as part of Week 5 college football action. Minnesota's uniform will also include maroon jerseys and pants, while Michigan is expected to wear its traditional white jerseys and blue pants. The Gophers revealed the return of the helmets on social media, generating excitement among fans as part of their weekly uniform changes that began under coach P.J. Fleck in 2017.
- •Gophers unveil golden chrome helmets for Michigan game
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. CT on Saturday
- •Minnesota's uniforms will include maroon jerseys and pants
- •Michigan expected to wear white jerseys and blue pants
- •Helmets have not been worn since 2023 preseason
- 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Gophers bringing back fan-favorite golden chrome helmets against Michigan
"One of the best helmets in college football will make its long-awaited return on Saturday.
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