Wisconsin, Minnesota and Paul Bunyan's Axe

Minnesota Gophers decimate Wisconsin Badgers, reclaim Paul Bunyan's axe in 24-7 victory
Max Brosmer passed for two touchdowns and rushed for another to help Minnesota beat Wisconsin. Friday's game was the 134th meeting between the teams. The rivalry is the oldest rivalry in the nation among Football Bowl Division schools.
Gophers take back Paul Bunyan's Axe, beat Wisconsin on the road
In the 134th playing of Minnesota's historic rivalry with Wisconsin, the Gophers left with a 24-7 win and Paul Bunyan's Axe.
Minnesota takes down Wisconsin 24-7, reclaims Paul Bunyan's Axe
The loss officially ends Wisconsin's run of 22 consecutive winning seasons. It was the longest mark among all FBS teams. Minnesota will learn of its bowl game fate next month as they finish with a 7-5 overall record.
Gophers chop down Badgers 24-7 to reclaim Paul Bunyan’s Axe
Minnesota led Wisconsin 21-0 midway through the third quarter, but instead of the Badgers facing a fourth and 15, a late hit by linebacker Joey Gerlach gave Wisconsin a first down. The Baders scored a touchdown two plays later to make it 21-7.
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The Minnesota-Wisconsin series is the most-played FBS rivalry, and a Gophers victory would enable them to tie the all-time series at 63-63-8. Since 1948, the winner of this game has gained possession of Paul Bunyan's Axe.
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Minnesota reclaimed Paul Bunyan's Axe Saturday afternoon with a 24-7 win against rival Wisconsin, earning its third victory in Madison since 2018 in the process. The Gophers also improved to an impressive 3-1 in their past four games against Wisconsin and secured seven wins for the third time in four years under coach P.
Gophers chop down Badgers 24-7 to reclaim Paul Bunyon’s Axe
The Gophers were in complete control of the Battle for Paul Bunyan’s Axe through halftime Friday, but the Badgers gave their fans reason to hope going into the rendition of “Jump Around” at a frozen Camp Randall Stadium.

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