Minnesota football rises in ESPN’s FPI following blowout win over Northwestern State

The Minnesota Golden Gophers dominated the Northwestern State Demons with a 59-0 halftime lead, highlighted by a John Nestor pick-six just six seconds into the game. Following this victory, the Gophers rose to No. 49 in ESPN’s Football Power Index, with a projected record of 6.8-5.2 and an 82.0% chance of bowl eligibility, while preparing for their next matchup against the California Golden Bears.

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