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Minnesota ‘got closer’ to next step after taking Iowa to the wire, says PJ Fleck

Michael Hanich

By Michael Hanich

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Minnesota has seen a rise in productivity since the arrival of P.J. Fleck in 2017. The Gophers had their biggest success in the 2019 season when they accounted for an overall record of 11-2. Last season was a difficult year for Minnesota as the team had gone through the process of COVID-19.

The Gophers have been in a solid rebound this season as they look to develop the program and account for a big win. They had a chance to get a win on the road vs. a big rival in No. 20 Iowa.

Minnesota was able to get the score to a one-point deficit as the Gophers went into the fourth quarter down 17-16. It took a 29-yard field goal from Iowa with 41 seconds left to finalize the 27-22 win for the Hawkeyes.

While disappointed with the loss, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck feels that the program is one step closer to being a consistent contender in the race for the B1G West and to getting a win over the Hawkeyes. Hopefully, Fleck is right after falling to 0-5 vs. Kirk Ferentz on Saturday.

Michael Hanich