“I think we are very comparable. We can run in the secondary again, and it will probably be our best speed overall at linebacker.” -- Claeys to Athlon on the state of the Golden Gophers’ defense
Coach: Tracy Claeys (first year, 2-4 as interim/permanent coach after Jerry Kill resigned for health reasons)
2015 record: 6-7 (beat Central Michigan 21-14 in Quick Lane Bowl)
Notable 2015 stats
Ranked 24th nationally in total defense (345.9 yards allowed per game)
45th in scoring defense (25.