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Pelini says the Gophers have potential

The Gophers and Cornhuskers meet up at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday. Nebraska is a four touchdown favorite to win the game, but head coach Bo Pelini says he can see potential in Minnesota. He also said their is no question the Gophers will challenge his team.
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The Gophers and Cornhuskers meet up at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday. Nebraska is a four touchdown favorite to win the game, but head coach Bo Pelini says he can see potential in Minnesota. He also said their is no question the Gophers will challenge his team.

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