Minnesota Golden Gophers (2-1) vs. Washington Huskies (3-0)
September 26, 2026 11:00 pm EDT
The Line: Washington Huskies -10.5 / Minnesota Golden Gophers 10.5; Over/Under: 45.5
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The Minnesota Golden Gophers and Washington Huskies meet Saturday in week 4 college football action at Husky Stadium. Here’s a Washington vs. Minnesota Prediction. This article will include a Washington vs. Minnesota Pick.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Preview
The Minnesota Golden Gophers lost to Mississippi State, beat Akron, and they play Michigan next. Minnesota has won 7 of its last 11 games. Drake Lindsey is completing 65 percent of his passes for 747 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Javon Tracy and Noah Jennings have combined for 457 receiving yards and 1 touchdown, while Jalen Smith has 10 receptions.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers’ ground game is averaging 117 yards per contest, and TJ Thomas leads the way with 173 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Minnesota is allowing 17.3 points and 270 yards per game. Maverick Baranowski leads the Minnesota Golden Gophers with 21 tackles, TJ Bush Jr. has 1 sack, and Matt Kingsbury has 2 pass deflections.
Washington Huskies Betting Preview
The Washington Huskies beat Utah State and Eastern Washington, and they play USC next. The Washington Huskies look for their first 4-0 start since the 2023 season when they made the national title game. Demond Williams Jr. is completing 70.6 percent of his passes for 890 yards, 5 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Dezman Roebuck and Rashid Williams have combined for 403 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, while Baron Naone has 10 receptions.
The Washington Huskies’ ground game is averaging 129.7 yards per contest, and Demond Williams Jr. leads the way with 150 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Washington is allowing 13.3 points and 276 yards per game. Alex McLaughlin leads the Washington Huskies with 24 tackles, Jacob Manu has 1.5 sacks, and Dylan Robinson has 1 interception.
Why the Washington Huskies will win
- Washington has won each of its last 22 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Husky Stadium.
- Minnesota has lost each of its last five road games.
- Minnesota has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five road games.
- Washington has covered the spread in seven of its last nine games against conference opponents at Husky Stadium.
- Washington has won the first quarter in six of its last seven September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Washington has won the first half in 28 of its last 29 September games at Husky Stadium.
Why the Minnesota Golden Gophers will win
- Minnesota has won four of its last five September games as a road underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Washington has failed to cover the spread in each of its last four games at Husky Stadium.
- Minnesota has covered the spread in five of its last six games.
- Minnesota has won the first half in six of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Minnesota’s last five games as a road underdog have gone OVER the total points line.
- Four of Washington’s last five games have gone UNDER the total points line.
Washington Huskies Player Prop Facts
- Demond Williams Jr. has recorded 25+ completions in two consecutive games- the longest streak in the FBS, heading into Week 4.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 4, Javon Tracy ranks 1st in the Big Ten Conference for punt return yards (251) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Washington has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of five points or less of any FBS team this season (1).
- Washington has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of three points or less of any FBS team this season (1).
- Minnesota ranks T11th among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (1.0).
- Minnesota ranks 21st among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (5.7).
Washington vs Minnesota Prediction
Washington is the more talented team and should win, but it’s also struggled to finish drives offensively and can’t run the ball. Washington is also 0-3 ATS this season, which isn’t good for us. Minnesota defends well and has been sharper offensively than expected. Also, P. J. Fleck is one of the more underrated coaches in the country and usually has his team ready for games like this. This is showing Washington way too much respect, and I’m not buying it, especially with how pedestrian the offense looks. Hook on top of a key number. Give me Minnesota and the points.
