No. 17 Minnesota Duluth closes its regular season at home against Minot State on Nov. 14, with a noon kickoff on Senior Day. The Bulldogs are coming off a 44-26 loss to Bemidji State that dropped them to 7-3 overall and 7-2 in the NSIC. UMD needs a win—and help from other results—to improve its chances of reaching the NCAA Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • UMD leads the all-time series 13-0; the teams meet for the 14th time.
  • The Bulldogs beat Minot State 33-7 in 2025 to claim the NSIC championship.
  • Minot State is 3-7 this season; UMD is 7-3.
  • UMD ranks eighth in Super Region 3 with an NPI of 58.968.
  • Bemidji State outgained UMD 474-302 in the Bulldogs’ latest game.
Yes, But

UMD has dominated this matchup historically, but its postseason hopes are not entirely in its control: the Bulldogs need other results to break their way. Minot State has struggled overall, yet recently lost a 49-36 game to Northern State and has played several close contests.

State of Play
  • UMD needs to rebound from its third loss of the season in the regular-season finale.
  • Minot State will be seeking its first win over the Bulldogs.
  • The game is set for James S. Malosky Stadium on Nov. 14 at noon.
What's Next

A win would strengthen UMD’s NCAA Tournament case, though the Bulldogs also need favorable results elsewhere. The regular-season finale will determine whether they enter the postseason conversation with momentum.

Bottom Line

Senior Day is also a must-win opportunity for UMD: the Bulldogs need to take care of Minot State and hope the rest of the weekend gives them a path to the tournament.