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Paul Bunyan's Axe
"Paul Bunyan's Axe"
Minnesota
Big Ten Conference
VS
135 games
Wisconsin
Big Ten
Wisconsin leads 79-54-1
Overview
Most frequently played FBS rivalry. 135 games since 1890.
Began 1890. Historic Big Ten rivalry.
Impact & Significance
Big Ten West title race
Notable Moments
- •Wisconsin's recent Big Ten dominance
- •Minnesota's historical significance
- •Barry Alvarez's Wisconsin dynasty
- •Paul Bunyan's Axe tradition
- •Consistent Big Ten East battles
Legendary Players
Ron Dayne, Jim Leonhard, Alan Ameche, Sandy Stephens
Traditions & Culture
Paul Bunyan's Axe award, Big Ten heritage
Recruiting Impact
Upper Midwest talent pipeline
Quick Facts
First Game
1890
Total Games
135
Series Lead
Wisconsin leads 79-54-1
All-Time Records
Wisconsin: 79 wins, Minnesota: 54 wins, 1 tie
Trophy
Paul Bunyan's Axe
Conference
Big Ten
Related Topics
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