Wisconsin and Minnesota Face Off in Rivalry Game With Bowl Eligibility at Stake

The Badgers must win to extend their 22-year bowl streak, while the Gophers aim to secure a better bowl placement and deny Wisconsin's hopes.

Wisconsin (5-6) needs a victory over Minnesota (6-5) on Friday to become bowl-eligible and keep its 22-year postseason streak alive.
The Badgers also risk ending their 22-season streak of winning records, the longest active run among Power Four teams, if they lose.
Minnesota, already bowl-eligible, seeks to improve its postseason positioning and prevent its rival from reaching a bowl game.
Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke faces a tough test against Minnesota's pass defense, which leads the Big Ten with 16 interceptions this season.
The historic rivalry, dating back to 1890, will see the winner claim Paul Bunyan's Axe, with Wisconsin currently leading the series 63-62-8.