Minnesota vs. California Picks and Prediction, September 13, 2025

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The Minnesota Golden Gophers head to California this weekend to take on the Golden Bears in Berkeley, CA. Minnesota and California are both 2-0 on the season. The oddsmakers early line have California as a small home underdog with the over/under sitting at 50.5. The Golden Bears beat the Golden Gophers in their last meeting 35-21 back in 2009. Be sure to check out all of our expert's college football free picks.

California Golden Bears Preview

The California Golden Bears have scored at least 34 points in two straight games to start the season. California beat Texas Southern in their last game 35-3 at home. QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele threw for 259 yards with an interception and one rushing touchdown. Running back Kendrick Raphael led the way on the ground with 18 carries for 131 yards and a touchdown. The California Golden Bears are averaging 411.5 total yards of offense through two games. The Golden Bears are 15th best in the nation allowing 58.5 rushing yards per game. California is 1-0 on their home field and are 1-1 against the spread on the season. The Golden Bears get set to play their second straight home game before heading out on the road for two straight games.

Minnesota Golden Gophers Preview

The Minnesota Golden Gophers are also 2-0 to start their season. The Golden Gophers blew out Northwestern State in their last game 66-0. Both quarterbacks Drake Lindsey and Max Shikenjanski threw for a touchdown each with no interceptions. WR  Cam Davis led the team with 3 catches. The Minnesota Golden Gophers have outscored their opponents 89-10 through their first two games. RB Grant Washington had 20 carries in last week's win for 126 yards. Minnesota had three players who had at least six carries in the win. The Golden Gophers are 3rd best in the country allowing less than 100 yards total offense per game against.

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• Final Score Prediction, Minnesota Golden Gophers win and cover ATS 31-23.

Minnesota vs California Best Free Picks:

• Minnesota Golden Gophers -2.5
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