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Michigan Football: 3 Minnesota Gophers to watch in the opener

Nov 23, 2019; Evanston, IL, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach PJ Fleck congratulates Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Rashod Bateman (13) after his touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan Football takes on the Minnesota Golden Gophers Saturday. Which 3 opposing players should you keep an eye on in this massive Week 1 tilt?

Michigan Football does not have the luxury of starting their season against a conference bottom dweller like many Big Ten contenders do.

Instead, the Wolverines get College Gameday on the road against an 11-win team that lost key contributors from a year ago on both sides of the football.