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Nevada Wolf Pack set to face off against Minnesota Golden Gophers in highly anticipated non-conference matchup

Game time: September 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: Huntington Bank Stadium — Minneapolis, MN

Article updated Sep 12, 6:08 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In Week 3 of the college football season, the Nevada Wolf Pack will face off against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. This intriguing non-conference

Game outlook

In Week 3 of the college football season, the Nevada Wolf Pack will face off against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. This intriguing non-conference matchup will be broadcasted on the Big Ten Network, making it a highly anticipated game. The Wolf Pack, with a record of 1-2, are coming off a close loss to Georgia Southern, while the Golden Gophers, with a record of 0-1, secured a dominant win over Rhode Island. Minnesota is currently favored to win by 17.5 points, with the line opening at -14.5. Be sure to tune in for what promises to be an exciting game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wolfpack +600 | Golden Gophers -909

Spread: Wolfpack +17.5 (-110) | Golden Gophers -17.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 90%.

Nevada Wolfpack

Nevada's recent 20-17 loss against Georgia Southern has put their season on shaky ground. Quarterback Brendon Lewis has been a standout performer, but the team needs to improve overall. While they showed promise offensively with 498 total yards, the defense struggled to contain the Eagles. With a power ranking of 103, Nevada ranks 91 in offense and 98 in defense, with a record of 1-2. It remains to be seen if they can bounce back and secure a win in their next game.

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Minnesota Golden Gophers Analysis

The Minnesota Golden Gophers showed strong performance in their recent game against the Rhode Island Rams, securing a 48-0 home win. Quarterback Max Brosmer had an impressive game with 24-of-30 completions for 271 yards and two passing touchdowns. The team's running game also performed well, tallying 116 yards on 38 rushing attempts. Running back Darius Taylor led the team with 64 yards and a rushing touchdown. The defense played a key role in the win, forcing three interceptions and a fumble recovery while holding Rhode Island to only six total first downs. With a solid team dynamic, the Golden Gophers are looking to maintain their success throughout the season. Their current power ranking is 111, with a #108 ranking for offense (scoring an average of 17.00 points per game) and #76 for defense (allowing an average of 19.00 points per game). Minnesota has a record of 0-1 overall, with a 1-0-1 ATS record. Nevada has not won in their last three matchups against Minnesota.

Anticipating a Clash of Strengths: Nevada Wolf Pack vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Game Preview

The upcoming game between the Nevada Wolf Pack and the Minnesota Golden Gophers presents an intriguing matchup. Nevada has consistently played in close one-possession games, adding an element of excitement to their performance. On the other hand, the Golden Gophers showcased a strong display of dominance in their previous game, highlighting their overall strength as a team. With Minnesota's formidable defensive capabilities, they are poised to outmatch Nevada's struggling offense. Given this analysis, it is anticipated that the Wolf Pack may face challenges in scoring points against Minnesota. As a result, it is recommended to consider the Minnesota Golden Gophers as the favorable choice to cover the spread in this game.

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SportsJaw Wolfpack vs Golden Gophers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Wolfpack vs Golden Gophers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Nevada Wolfpack+510 → +575Moved
  • Moneyline · Minnesota Golden Gophers-770 → -833Moved
  • Spread · Nevada Wolfpack+14.5 (-110) → +16.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Minnesota Golden Gophers-14.5 (-110) → -16.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over43.5 (-110) → 44.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under43.5 (-110) → 44.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Nevada Wolfpack
1-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Minnesota Golden Gophers
0-1 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-09-12T22:08:12.471Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Nevada Wolfpack 27-0

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Nevada Wolfpack 27-0 on September 14, 2024, a 27-point decision in the series. Minnesota Golden Gophers' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Nevada Wolfpack +16.5 (-110) spread, Minnesota Golden Gophers covered, while the 27 combined points finished under the recorded total of 44.5.

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Tipster picks

  • NutinbutlocksSpread · Nevada Wolfpack +14.5 (-110)Loss
  • DoclocksSpread · Nevada Wolfpack +14.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtgarciaSpread · Minnesota Golden Gophers -16.5 (-110)Win
  • JamescashiolaSpread · Minnesota Golden Gophers -16.5 (-110)Win
  • Altuve27Spread · Nevada Wolfpack +16.5 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasSpread · Minnesota Golden Gophers -16.5 (-110)Win
  • JaredkuntzSpread · Nevada Wolfpack +16.75 (-110)Loss
  • Sammy52Spread · Nevada Wolfpack +17 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Nevada Wolfpack +17 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Nevada Wolfpack +17 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 44.5 (-110)Loss
  • BrycetSpread · Minnesota Golden Gophers -17 (-110)Win
  • Hustle$Total · Over 44.5 (-110)Loss