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Now-former Gophers quarterback Jackson Kollock.

Jackson Kollock, a former four-star prospect who was the third-ranked player in the Gophers' 2025 recruiting class, announced Thursday that he's entering the transfer portal.

Now-former Gophers quarterback Jackson Kollock.

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Jackson Kollock, a former four-star prospect who was the third-ranked player in the Gophers' 2025 recruiting class, announced Thursday that he's entering the transfer portal.

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Kenric Lanier had a quiet three years at Minnesota.

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Kenric Lanier II arrived in Minnesota with plenty of hype, but it didn't turn into much production.

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive lineman Anthony Smith (0) celebrates during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Anthony Smith was named to the all-conference first team for the first time in his career.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers players take the field before the game against the Buffalo Bulls at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The college football offseason chaos is in full swing.

El Dorado’s Ryan Estrada carries the ball against Richland’s Gage Goodwin pushes Estrada out of bounds in a 5A D1 playoff game, Nov. 21, 2025, at the Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock.

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The Gophers officially signed 31 high school players to their 2026 class on Wednesday.

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck reacts during overtime against the Michigan State Spartans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota has officially signed 31 high school recruits in the class of 2026.

Moody's Josiah Dozier (1) runs the ball during the Class 5A football state championship at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala., on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Montgomery Catholic leads Moody 14-0 at halftime.

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Minnesota quietly added a fifth receiver to its 2026 recruiting class on Wednesday.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers celebrate with Paul Bunyan’s Axe after the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The college football offseason craziness has only just begun.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Jalen Smith (8) runs the ball after a catch for a touchdown against the Buffalo Bulls during the second half of the game at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota will have its best young receiver back for another season.

Sep 13, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; The Minnesota Golden Gopher mascot teases a photographer during the second quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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Wednesday morning is the first chance for 2026 football recruits to officially sign with schools.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck looks on before the game against the Buffalo Bulls at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota could sign its highest-ranked class ever under P.J. Fleck.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) celebrates with Paul Bunyan’s Axe after the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Where does Minnesota go after finishing its ninth regular season with P.J. Fleck as head coach?

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back John Nestor (17) tackles Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Carter Smith (5) during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Nestor's game against the Badgers will be remembered for a long time.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers celebrate with Paul Bunyan’s Axe after the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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We're less than one week away from officially learning which bowl game Minnesota will play in this winter.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck walks onto the field before the game against the Buffalo Bulls at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Gophers were busy recruiting after Saturday's rivalry win over Wisconsin.

Cathedral Catholic High School quarterback Brady Palmer.

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Brady Palmer, a quarterback from San Diego, Cali., committed to the Gophers on Saturday night.

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Minnesota now leads in the all-time series against the Badgers.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey (5) runs with the ball against the Wisconsin Badgers during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Gophers have regained control over their biggest rival.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Koi Perich (3) and defensive back John Nestor (17) celebrate during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota has ended an up-and-down regular season on a high note with a win over its biggest rival.

Screenshot from Wisconsin's first touchdown of the game

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The Badgers' first touchdown was a razor-close call.

Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back John Nestor (17) kneels in the endzone before a football game against the Iowa Hawkeyes Oct. 25, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

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Minnesota is relatively healthy heading into its 135th meeting with the Badgers.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive lineman Anthony Smith (0) celebrates a sack against the Buffalo Bulls during the first half of the game at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota could be losing a ton of production this offseason.

Aug 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers fans wave towels before the game against the Buffalo Bulls at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota now has three running backs verbally committed to its incoming class.

Danny Collins talking to the media after a preseason Gophers practice.

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The Gophers need to quickly forget their recent struggles before Saturday's game against the Badgers.

Nov 29, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers players celebrate with the Paul Bunyan Football Trophy following the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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The Gophers will look to close the regular season on a high note this week against the Badgers.