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P.J. Fleck had 'a little discussion' with Javon Tracy after viral punt-return blunder

It looked like Javon Tracy was about to return his third punt return for a touchdown this season in Minnesota’s 41-7 blowout win over Akron before he shockingly veered out of bounds on the goal line.

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Gophers-Akron player ratings: Javon Tracy flashes, offense slow to get going

The Gophers took care of business in Week 3 with a 41-7 win over Akron, but the scoreboard doesn’t explain the whole story. Darius Taylor being ruled out pregame was an obstacle; a sluggish offensive start prevented Minnesota from hitting its stride until the fourth quarter.

Roman Voss News / Bring Me The Sports / September 19

Highly-touted freshman Roman Voss scores first Gophers TD

Last year’s Minnesota Mr. Football, Roman Voss, chose to stay home and play college football for the Gophers over notable offers from Alabama, Miami (FL), USC, and numerous other top programs.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 19

Hype building around Gophers commit Jett Feeney, Moorhead football

Moorhead High School came up just short of its first AAAAAA Minnesota state title last fall, but the Spuds returned four seniors who have since committed to the University of Minnesota.

Cade Tyson News / Bring Me The Sports / September 18

Cade Tyson, bench rotation among Gophers’ biggest questions as season nears

College basketball teams across the country have returned to practice, and we’re less than one month away from the Gophers’ first exhibition game on Oct.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / SwimSwam / September 17

Winter Juniors Qualifier Marni Kraemer Commits To Minnesota For 2027

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College Football News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Pressure is building on Minnesota's offense under Greg Harbaugh Jr.

The Gophers’ 38-13 loss to Mississippi State in Week 2 was eye-opening for many different reasons. The biggest might be an increasing lack of big plays on both sides of the ball.

Drake Lindsey News / Bring Me The Sports / September 12

Gophers-Mississippi State player ratings: Is Minnesota wasting Drake Lindsey?

The Gophers got absolutely punched in the face in Saturday’s 38-13 loss to Mississippi State. Drake Lindsey did his best to put Minnesota’s offense on his back, but it wasn’t enough, and an early hole was too much to overcome.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 12

Taye Reich’s huge night leads top performances from Minnesota’s 2027 commits

High school football is in full swing across the country. The Gophers’ 29 commits in the class of 2027 were busy, and here are the most notable performances from the Week of Sep.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 10

Ranking Minnesota's 2026 nonconference games by difficulty

The Gophers unveiled a much-improved nonconference schedule at the end of August. It will feature five games against power conference opponents, and the first-ever meeting with St.

Cade Tyson News / Bring Me The Sports / September 8

Cade Tyson returns to Gophers, awaits ruling on eligibility

Cade Tyson has re-joined the Gophers as he awaits his official eligibility status, the program announced on Tuesday. “We’re excited to have Cade rejoin our program,” Gophers head coach Niko Medved said in a statement on Tuesday.

P.J. Fleck News / Bring Me The Sports / September 4

P.J. Fleck’s decision to hire Daniel Da Prato is already paying off

Javon Tracy became the first Gophers player to return a punt for a touchdown since 2018 on Thursday night, and then he became the first player to bring two back to the end zone in program history.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 4

Gophers snap counts and notable PFF grades from blowout win over Eastern Illinois

The Gophers took care of business in Thursday night’s season opener with a dominant 59-7 win over Eastern Illinois. It was a relatively quick night for the starters, but let’s take a look at the top performers from their blowout win over the Panthers.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Big Ten Network / September 3

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Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3

Watch: Javon Tracy returns Gophers’ first punt for TD since 2018

The Gophers have had a tumultuous special teams history under P.J. Fleck, but that might be changing under new special teams coordinator Daniel Da Prato.

P.J. Fleck News / Bring Me The Sports / August 27

Gophers lose 2 players to season-ending injuries, Fleck says

Two members of the Golden Gophers football team have suffered season-ending injuries. Head coach P.J. Fleck, speaking Thursday at the Minnesota State Fair, announced that backup center Brett Carroll and sophomore defensive lineman Enoch Atewogbola have sustained injuries that will force them to miss the entire 2026 season.

College Football News / Bring Me The Sports / August 24

Predicting the Gophers’ special teams depth chart before Week 1

The Gophers have had a turbulent history of special teams play under P.J. Fleck. They went out and hired Daniel De Prato from New Mexico as their new special teams coordinator, and he’s attempting to bring his starting kicker with him.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The Sports / August 23

Predicting the Gophers’ offensive depth chart before Week 1

We’re less than two weeks away from the Gophers’ 2026 season opener against Eastern Illinois, and the doors are closed on open practices this summer. P.J.

P.J. Fleck News / Bring Me The Sports / August 20

P.J. Fleck compares college eligibility chaos to exploring the seven seas

A Louisiana court signed a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the NCAA on Thursday, granting numerous players from the class of 2022 a fifth year of eligibility, but more importantly, the option to enter the transfer portal.

Gophers earn five votes in preseason AP Top 25; will face five ranked teams

This year’s preseason Associated Press (AP) top 25 poll was released on Monday. The Gophers received five votes, which landed them 13th in the ‘others receiving votes’ category, and 38th overall.

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 / Bring Me The News / June 18

Frost select Swiderski, Minnesota well-represented in 2026 PWHL Draft

The 2026 PWHL Draft took place on Wednesday night at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan, and the entire state of Minnesota was well-represented. The former Gophers and two Minnesota natives were selected in the first round, while the Minnesota Frost drafted Ohio State's Sara Swiderski with the ninth overall pick.

College Football News / Yardbarker / June 8

Nebraska flips recruit eight days after commitment to Minnesota

Nebraska flips recruit eight days after commitment to P.J. Fleck, Minnesota

Class of 2027 EDGE Ma’atoe Moe was not committed to P.J. Fleck and the Minnesota Golden Gophers for long.

College sports leaders considering drastic move after controversial Brendan Sorsby decision

Arch Manning might be the last piece of the Myles Garrett trade

Big 12 QB tiers: Ranking the top units across the conference

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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.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The News / March 23

5 finalists for 2026 Minnesota Mr. Basketball revealed

On the eve of the opening day of the 2026 Minnesota boys' basketball state tournament, the five finalists for the annual Mr. Basketball award have been announced.