The Gophers are in an interesting spot. It’s certainly better for them than things used to be in the previous decade. However, a loss to the Badgers and the Gophers would end up in a lower seeding than their rivals at the season’s end. Both teams won’t be able to play for a Big Ten West title but they’re already bowl-eligible. This Saturday only the Axe and bragging rights are up for grabs and that’s more than enough to make this game fun.
The Offense
Minnesota’s offense hasn’t had much success through the air.