On Thursday, Minnesota announced that former OL Nick Connelly — who was the team’s starting right tackle in 2017 — lost his battle with cancer.

Connelly had retired later on in 2017 due to concussions and head injuries. Soon after the university made the announcement, a press release came out that said the team will be honoring Connelly by wearing a helmet sticker and wristbands.

Minnesota to this point is 3-0 on the season with wins over New Mexico State, Fresno State and Miami (OH). The Golden Gophers will face Maryland at noon on Saturday at Maryland Stadium.

The game will be televised on BTN.