Washington at Minnesota

Saturday, October 1, 1977

Minnesota beat Washington 19–⁠17. It was their 17th meeting; after it, Minnesota led the series 10–⁠7.

AwayWashington8–⁠4 in 1977 (9–⁠3 official)
17
HomeMinnesota7–⁠5 in 1977
19

FinalHigh 58°F, low 38°F, 0.17 in. of rainAttendance 31,895

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Minnesota 63% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Minnesota leads 11–⁠7 in 18 meetings, counting the one since this game.

Recent meetings
2026Minnesota 27, Washington 24
1977Minnesota 19, Washington 17
1976Washington 38, Minnesota 7
1960Washington 17, Minnesota 7Rose Bowl
1958Washington 24, Minnesota 21
1957Minnesota 46, Washington 7

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