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P.J. Fleck made a hilarious discovery about the 123-year-old Little Brown Jug

P.J. Fleck made a hilarious discovery about the 123-year-old Little Brown Jug

The Gophers had one of their biggest wins of the P.J. Fleck era last week against Michigan, but Fleck’s hijinks off the field are what caught the nation’s attention.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6
Gophers have a clear case for giving TJ Thomas more opportunities

Gophers have a clear case for giving TJ Thomas more opportunities

When Darius Taylor announced his return to the Gophers for a fourth season, the running back room around him completely changed. It was a wide-open competition for the No.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6
Urban Meyer, Joel Klatt praise Gophers after statement win over Michigan

Urban Meyer, Joel Klatt praise Gophers after statement win over Michigan

The Gophers beat Michigan 20-14 in Week 5 for one of the biggest wins of the P.J. Fleck era. With Big Noon Kickoff and FOX’s No. 1 broadcast crew in town, it was a statement victory on a national stage, and the country has taken notice.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6
Gophers-Purdue: Preview, betting odds

Gophers-Purdue: Preview, betting odds

After last week’s historic upset win over Michigan, the Gophers will quickly shift their focus to a tricky road trip to Purdue. The Boilermakers beat Illinois 24-17 last week, their first Big Ten win since 2023.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / October 4
P.J. Fleck can't escape criticism even after Minnesota beats Michigan

P.J. Fleck can't escape criticism even after Minnesota beats Michigan

Even on one of the best days of his life, Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck can’t avoid criticism. After Saturday’s 20-14 victory to reclaim the Little Brown

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 3
Kyle Whittingham, Michigan have a lot to figure out after loss to Minnesota

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan have a lot to figure out after loss to Minnesota

"Breakdown" may be too strong a word to use to describe the University of Michigan's football season so far, but it also may be appropriate for a program used to always being on top.

Minnesota rallies late to top Michigan, lift Little Brown Jug
Bryce Underwood running out of real estate at Michigan
Bryce Underwood gets absolutely lit up by a Minnesota defender
P.J. Fleck’s ‘Row the Boat’ Era surging again at Minnesota
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Yardbarker / October 3
P.J. Fleck’s ‘Row the Boat’ Era surging again at Minnesota

P.J. Fleck’s ‘Row the Boat’ Era surging again at Minnesota

It appears that Fleck has Minnesota playing some of its best football in some time after back-to-back massive wins.

Minnesota rallies late to top Michigan, lift Little Brown Jug
Bryce Underwood gets absolutely lit up by a Minnesota defender
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Drake Lindsey News / Bring Me The Sports / October 3
Gophers-Michigan player ratings: Drake Lindsey overcomes costly INTs

Gophers-Michigan player ratings: Drake Lindsey overcomes costly INTs

Minnesota needs a full team performance in order to beat Michigan at home for the first time since 1977 on Saturday. Here are some ratings for how the Gophers performed in their 20-14 win over the Wolverines.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 3
Bryce Underwood running out of real estate at Michigan

Bryce Underwood running out of real estate at Michigan

It might be over for Bryce Underwood at Michigan.

Minnesota rallies late to top Michigan, lift Little Brown Jug
P.J. Fleck’s ‘Row the Boat’ Era surging again at Minnesota
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Cade Tyson News / Bring Me The Sports / October 2
Cade Tyson still awaiting Gophers eligibility as key hearing approaches

Cade Tyson still awaiting Gophers eligibility as key hearing approaches

The 2026-27 Gophers men’s basketball team will play a game, albeit an exhibition, this month, and we still don’t know if last season’s leading scorer, Cade Tyson, will be eligible to play.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / October 1
Gophers face major O-line question against Michigan after losing two starters

Gophers face major O-line question against Michigan after losing two starters

Minnesota’s starting center Ashton Beers was ruled out for the season on Wednesday, and last week’s starting left guard Jaden Ball will officially miss this week’s game against Michigan.

Ashton Beers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
Gophers reportedly lose Ashton Beers for season; two more starters questionable against Michigan

Gophers reportedly lose Ashton Beers for season; two more starters questionable against Michigan

Gophers starting center Ashton Beers has been ruled out for the season, according to multiple reports after the initial Big Ten availability report was released on Wednesday.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 30
Michigan vs. Minnesota odds: Opening point spread revealed

Michigan vs. Minnesota odds: Opening point spread revealed

Michigan and Minnesota will go head-to-head in Week 5 of the 2026 college football season, and the odds for the matchup have been revealed via Polymarket.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 30
'Give Blood': Minnesota HC P. J. Fleck Clears Stance on Wiping Player’s Blood on His Face

'Give Blood': Minnesota HC P. J. Fleck Clears Stance on Wiping Player’s Blood on His Face

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck addressed the viral sideline moment where he was captured wiping blood from one of his players’ faces onto his own during a game.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Busting Brackets / September 29
Minnesota Basketball: 2026-27 season preview for the Golden Gophers

Minnesota Basketball: 2026-27 season preview for the Golden Gophers

Every situation is different, but the recent changes in college basketball have made it easier for first-year head coaches to rebuild a program in their image.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 29
Gophers-Michigan Big Noon Kickoff: Preview, betting odds

Gophers-Michigan Big Noon Kickoff: Preview, betting odds

FOX launched Big Noon Kickoff in 2019 as its own traveling college football pregame show to compete with ESPN’s College GameDay. The Gophers will have their first opportunity to host the show this weekend when Michigan comes to town with the Little Brown Jug on the line.

P.J. Fleck News / Bring Me The Sports / September 28
P.J. Fleck's viral blood-smearing moment takes an unexpected turn

P.J. Fleck's viral blood-smearing moment takes an unexpected turn

After smearing a player’s blood on his face following Minnesota’s 27-24 road win over Washington, Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck is using his viral moment to promote the importance of donating blood.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 27
Gophers go wire-to-wire in Big Ten road win over Washington

Gophers go wire-to-wire in Big Ten road win over Washington

A relentless pass rush and a red-hot first half from Drake Lindsey propelled Minnesota (3-1, 1-0) to a 27-24 win over Washington (3-0, 0-1) on Sunday morning.

Ashton Beers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 26
Gophers will be without starting center Ashton Beers vs. Washington

Gophers will be without starting center Ashton Beers vs. Washington

The Gophers will be without starting center Ashton Beers as they look to pull off an upset over Washington late on Saturday night, according to the latest Big Ten availability report.

The Gophers' offense is evolving. Has Greg Harbaugh Jr. found the right formula?

The Gophers' offense is evolving. Has Greg Harbaugh Jr. found the right formula?

We have three weeks of data to analyze the 2026 Gophers football team, and 42 games to analyze Greg Harbaugh Jr. as the Gophers’ offensive playcaller. It appears that Minnesota’s offense is beginning to find an identity in his fourth season as offensive coordinator.

P.J. Fleck News / Bring Me The Sports / September 23
Gophers are big underdogs at Washington: Where would an upset rank in the Fleck era?

Gophers are big underdogs at Washington: Where would an upset rank in the Fleck era?

The Gophers are currently between 9.5- and 10-point betting underdogs for this week’s Big Ten opener at Washington. That means a Minnesota win would be one of the biggest upset victories in the P.J.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Yardbarker / July 28
Niko Medved, Minnesota hoops land top target in four-star SF Isaiah Santos

Niko Medved, Minnesota hoops land top target in four-star SF Isaiah Santos

Word in recruiting circles is that the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Medved did everything they could to land the commitment of Santos.

Reports: Duke-Michigan game canceled over broadcast dispute
Ohio State laughing all the way to the bank following massive jersey patch sponsorship
Michigan AD Warde Manuel reportedly set to receive $7 million buyout after resignation
Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Minnesota QB arrested for underage drinking

Minnesota QB arrested for underage drinking

Standout Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey was arrested Friday for allegedly using a fake ID to go to a bar and drink while underage. Lindsey, 20, was arrested in his native Fayetteville, Ark.

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