This week on Next Up with Adam Breneman, Minnesota football head coach P.J. Fleck sits down for a wide-ranging conversation on the moments that defined his tenure at Minnesota—from snapping a 15-year losing streak to Wisconsin, to the program-changing upset over Penn State in 2019. He explains how his background as a 6th-grade teacher influenced his coaching style and why he believes “control is for amateurs.” He shares why Minnesota has one of the nation’s highest retention rates, how his staff manages NIL (name, image, and likeness) and revenue-sharing, and the importance of transparency with players when money is involved.
Fleck opens up about the origin of “Row the Boat,” born after the loss of his infant son, and how it became a symbol of resilience for Minnesota football and the community. He also discusses the legacy he hopes his players remember: not wins, but the life lessons of being better husbands, fathers, and leaders.
