1945 Minnesota Golden Gophers football team
The 1945 Minnesota Golden Gophers football team represented the University of Minnesota in the 1945 Big Ten Conference football season. In their 11th non-consecutive year under head coach Bernie Bierman, the Golden Gophers compiled a 4–5 record and outscored their opponents by a combined total of 177 to 55.
Tackle Bob Fitch was awarded the team's MVP award.
Total attendance for the season was 246,931, which averaged to 41,155. The season high for attendance was against Ohio State.Schedule
Game summaries
Michigan
On November 3, 1945, Minnesota lost to Michigan by a 26 to 0 score. Michigan's touchdowns were scored by Yerges, fullback Jack Weisenburger, and halfbacks Wally Teninga and Warren Bentz. Bob Callahan kicked two points after touchdown. Michigan gained 261 rushing yards and 131 passing yards in the game.
