The 1916 Minnesota Golden Gophers football team represented the

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in the

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. In their 17th year under head coach Henry L. Williams, the Golden Gophers compiled a 6–1 record (3–1 against Western Conference opponents) and outscored their opponents by a combined total of 348 to 28. End Bert Baston and quarterback Shorty Long were named All-Americans by the

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. Baston was also named an All-American by the

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. Baston, guard Conrad L. Eklund tackle Frank Mayer and fullback Arnold "Pudge" Wyman were named All-Big Ten first team.

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