Golden Gophers coach P.J. Fleck will try to once again “Row the Boat” as his squad gets their 2023 season underway on Thursday against Nebraska. Minnesota went 9-4 last year including winning five of their last six games so they hope for a little better start to the year here. The Cornhuskers will try to reboot after going just 4-8 in 2022.
Before Betting on Nebraska vs Minnesota Week 1
Minnesota has high hopes for the season because Fleck is one of the best coaches in the conference, but they have two key cogs to replace in 4-year starting QB Tanner Morgan as well as 3X 1,100+ yard rusher Mohamed Ibrahim who have both used up their eligibility.
Nebraska has high hopes for 2023 as they welcome former NFL head coach Matt Rhule as the new leader of their program. The Cornhuskers have over 60 new players with the new regime, including Georgia Tech transfer QB Jeff Sims who threw for just 5 TDs against 3 INTs last season with the Yellow Jackets.
Cornhuskers vs Golden Gophers NCAAF Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Point Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | NEB (3.30) | MINN (1.36) | 43.5 | NEB +7 (1.91) | MINN -7 (1.91) |
| MyBookie | NEB (3.26) | MINN (1.35) | 43 | NEB +7 (1.91) | MINN -7 (1.91) |
| BetUS | NEB (N/A) | MINN (N/A) | OFF | NEB (N/A) | MINN (N/A) |
| SportsBetting.ag | NEB (3.30) | MINN (1.36) | 43.5 | NEB +7 (1.91) | MINN -7 (1.91) |
| XBet | NEB (3.26) | MINN (1.35) | 43 | NEB +7 (1.91) | MINN -7 (1.91) |
Nebraska vs Minnesota Week 1 Prediction & Pick
Ibrahim is gone and Minnesota will definitely miss Morgan’s experience, but the Golden Gophers have been great at developing talent on their offensive line which should lead to more success on the ground in 2023. Combine that with opening up the year at home and this looks like a double digit win for Fleck’s crew.
