- Matchup: Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
- Event Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Venue: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Odds: Hawkeyes favored by (-9.5)
- Game Total: 39
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Kinnick Stadium will host the exciting clash between the Iowa Hawkeyes (5-2) and the Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-2) on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The Gophers start as 9.5-point underdogs according to oddsmakers, with the over/under set at 39 points.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers enter this game with a strong record of 5-2 this season. In their most recent outing, they secured a 24-6 win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The Gophers’ defense limited Nebraska to only 36 rushing yards on 29 attempts, yielding just 1.2 yards per carry. The team allowed 17 completions out of 25 attempts for 177 passing yards, achieving a completion percentage of 68.0%. Offensively, Minnesota executed 55 plays, accumulating 339 total yards. Their rushing attack produced 186 yards on 35 carries for an impressive average of 5.3 yards per attempt.
When it comes to scoring, the Minnesota Golden Gophers average 26.9 points per game. Their rushing attack produces an average of 122.9 yards per game, placing them 108th in the nation. This season, Minnesota has registered a total of 2,384 yards, with 11 touchdowns through the air and 9 on the ground. The Gophers have achieved 137 first downs while committing 25 penalties for a total of 235 yards and losing the ball 5 times.
Defensively, the Gophers rank 28th nationally for points allowed, conceding an average of 19.0 points per game. They permit teams to rush for 3.2 yards per carry and 97.7 yards per game, totaling 684 rushing yards over 7 games. Through the air, Minnesota has given up 1,379 yards, ranking them 44th in the nation. They allow 197.0 yards passing per game at a completion rate of 63.1%. Overall, their defense allows an average of 294.7 yards per contest, placing them 19th nationally and yielding 9 passing touchdowns along with 7 rushing touchdowns.
The Iowa Hawkeyes also carry a record of 5-2 this season. In their last match, they edged out the Penn State Nittany Lions with a nail-biting 25-24 victory. Iowa’s running game was formidable, averaging 7.4 yards per carry and accumulating 245 yards on 33 attempts. They finished with a total of 313 yards, running 49 plays at an average of 6.4 yards per play. Iowa’s pass defense yielded a completion rate of 53.6%, allowing 93 yards on 15 completions out of 28 attempts. On the ground, they permitted 173 rushing yards on 46 attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per carry.
Offensively, the Hawkeyes average 29.9 points per game, ranking them 59th in the nation. They total 324.1 yards per game, placing them 118th in college football. The Iowa offense has faced 16 penalties, costing them 148 yards, ranking 136th in the nation in this regard. They’ve thrown 5 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 1 fumble, while accumulating 126 first downs. So far this season, the Hawkeyes have passed for 920 yards, averaging 131.4 yards per game, landing them at 132nd in Division 1. Their rushing offense averages 192.7 yards per game, totaling 1,349 yards this season.
Iowa has allowed 647 rushing yards over the season (92.4 yards per game) and given up 7 rushing touchdowns. In the passing game, they’ve conceded 4 touchdowns and 157.0 yards per game, ranking them 12th in Division 1. This season, the defense has surrendered 102 points, with 2 fumbles and 6 interceptions recorded. The Hawkeyes have been active on defense with 416 plays, ranking them 23rd in Division 1. They boast a strong defensive record, allowing only 14.6 points per game, placing them tied for 9th in Division 1.
Who will emerge victorious in the Golden Gophers vs. Hawkeyes matchup today?
Prediction: Bet on the Hawkeyes -9.5
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