The Badgers (5-7) fell to Minnesota 24-7 at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, giving the Gophers (7-5) the rights to Paul Bunyan's Axe for the third time in the last four years. This loss cemented Wisconsin's first five-game losing streak since 1991.

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.

Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke has struggled so far against Minnesota's defense, completing 5-for-13 passes for 37 yards. The Badgers rushing attack has been obsolete as well, combining for six total yards off 14 carries.