The Series

This will be the 49th game between the Buckeyes and Gophers, with OSU leading 41-7 in the series, and 21-3 in Columbus. OSU has won the last six games against Minnesota. The two teams met last year, and OSU won 34-21 in Columbus. OSU had 279 yards on the ground, with Beanie Wells leading with 106 yards. Wells had just returned from his injury. OSU benefitted off Minnesota turnovers, scoring a field goal after an interception and a touchdown after a fumble in the first half.