In their fifth year under head coach Cal Stoll, the Golden Gophers compiled a 6–5 record (4–4 against conference opponents), finished in a four-way tie for third place in the Big Ten Standings, and were outscored by their opponents by a combined total of 211 to 201.
[1] Quarterback Tony Dungy received the team's most valuable player award for the second consecutive year.
Dungy, wide receiver Ron Kullas and defensive lineman George Washington were named All-Big Ten second team.
Dungy, offensive lineman Brien Harvey, fullback Kent Kitzmann and cornerback Bob Weber were named Academic All-Big Ten.
[2] Jim Perkins was the Big Ten's third leading scorer with 78 points on 13 rushing touchdowns.