Overview/Quick 2023 Recap
The Gophers took a step back in 2023, finishing 6-7 for the program’s first losing record since 2018 (excluding the 2020 COVID year). Minnesota had finished with 29 wins in the previous three complete seasons, but a lack of offensive production led to disappointing results last fall. The Gophers began the season with a 5-3 start that included a come-from-behind victory against Nebraska to kickoff the season and a 12-10 upset over #24 Iowa. However, a four-game losing streak to end the regular season nearly sank their chances of going bowling — until they were eventually invited to the Quick Lane Bowl thanks to a lack of bowl-eligible teams and a high APR score.