Minnesota vs. Iowa Betting Pick: Back the Golden Gophers

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Minnesota Backed to Stay Within the Number Against Iowa

Minnesota and Iowa are both coming off a bye, but their previous results were very different. Iowa went to Washington and scored 41 points as Heklinski took over the job from Brown. Heklinski averaged 10 yards per pass attempt and threw three touchdowns as Iowa lit up Washington.

Minnesota, meanwhile, suffered a 41-13 loss to Purdue as a short road favorite. That result creates an opportunity to back the Golden Gophers. PJ Fleck now has had a full bye week to refocus his team and prepare for Iowa.

Iowa was a three-point underdog at Washington, with many bettors backing Washington. After Iowa’s impressive win, it is now a 7.5-point favorite against Minnesota. That adjustment appears to have gone too far. Minnesota looks capable of keeping the game within seven points and the hook.

Minnesota has played both good and bad games, making the team difficult to predict. Still, the Golden Gophers are worth considering, including as part of moneyline parlays. The available 7.5-point spread makes Iowa less attractive while giving Minnesota the valuable hook.

This matchup is expected to be close and more of a grind. Iowa’s newfound offense is unlikely to score 40 points against Minnesota, supporting a lean toward the Golden Gophers.