The Rate Bowl will feature the Minnesota Golden Gophers hitting the field against the New Mexico Lobos on Friday, December 26, 2025.

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Minnesota vs. New Mexico Matchup Info

Game date: Friday, December 26, 2025
Game time: 4:30 p.m. ET
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Venue: Chase Field
TV channel: ESPN

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Minnesota vs. New Mexico Odds and Prediction

Spread favorite: Golden Gophers (-3)
Moneyline: Golden Gophers (-152), Lobos (+127)
Total: 47.5 points
Pick ATS: New Mexico (+3)
Pick OU: Push
Prediction: New Mexico 26, Minnesota 22

Prediction derived from a team strength comparison algorithm. Multiple factors such as strength of wins and scoring margin are used to make this projection.

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Minnesota vs. New Mexico Betting Records and Insights

Minnesota has covered four times in 12 games with a spread this season.
New Mexico has covered seven times in 12 matchups with a spread this season.
The Golden Gophers have been favored by 3 points or more five times this season, and covered the spread in one of those games.
The Lobos have been an underdog by 3 points or more four times this season, and covered the spread in three of those contests.
Minnesota games have gone over the point total seven out of 12 times this season.
In 2025, five New Mexico games have gone over the point total.

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When: Friday, December 19th

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