Minnesota nips New Mexico in OT
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The Minnesota Gophers pulled off a win in the Rate Bowl to make it seven straight for P.J. Fleck and it was three standouts that made the difference.
Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Gophers wide receiver Jalen Smith (8) celebrates with teammate Logan Loya (17) after catching the game winning touchdown pass against the New Mexico Lobos during overtime of the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The 2025-26 college football bowl schedule features a Friday tripleheader, with the 2025 Rate Bowl serving as the middle matchup. It will see the Minnesota Golden Gophers (7-5) facing the New Mexico Lobos (9-3) in the programs' first-ever meeting.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers (8-5) closed out the 2025 season with a 20-17 overtime win over the New Mexico Lobos (9-4) in the Rate Bowl at Chase Field in Arizona on Friday.