Virus Forces Gophers to Cancel Game vs. No. 16 Northwestern

The University of Minnesota has called off Saturday's game against 16th-ranked Northwestern, the second straight cancellation for the Gophers due to a spike in COVID-19 cases within the program.

University officials made the decision in consultation with the Big Ten after seven additional positive cases were confirmed.

The Wildcats lead the Big Ten West Division at 5-1.

Since November 19th, Minnesota has turned up 47 positive cases — 21 players and 26 staff members. The Gophers paused all team activities six days ago.