Gophers Football Releases 2025 Schedule

The Minnesota Golden Gophers football team is preparing for the Duke's Mayo Bowl on January 3, where they will face Virginia Tech, marking their fourth consecutive bowl appearance. The Gophers finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, highlighted by significant victories over ranked opponents, and head coach P.J. Fleck holds a perfect 5-0 record in bowl games. As they look ahead to the 2025 season, Minnesota has announced a challenging schedule that includes non-conference matchups against Buffalo and California, along with critical Big Ten games against Rutgers and Ohio State. The team aims to build on its momentum from the season and secure a strong start in the upcoming year. Virginia Tech's head coach Brent Pry is also undefeated in bowl games, setting the stage for a competitive matchup in Charlotte. Both teams are looking to secure their first postseason win of the year, making this game pivotal for their respective programs.