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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

Minnesota will host one of the most intriguing wide receivers from Texas on an official visit in late May.

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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Minnesota will host one of the most intriguing wide receivers from Texas on an official visit in late May.

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Sep 28, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Brandon Bostick (86) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-Imagn Images

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Minnesota seems to be adding a veteran NFL tight end to its coaching staff.

Bryce Kish runs for Howell's third touchdown against Salem on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025.

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Minnesota's coaching staff has been busy on the high school recruiting trail.

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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The Gophers have their first running back commit in the class of 2027.

Gophers defensive coordinator (left) with Kason Clayborne (middle) and linebackers coach Mariano Sori-Marin (right).

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Minnesota has positioned itself well in the early recruitment of Kason Clayborne.

Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck against the New Mexico Lobos during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Now that NDSU is in the FBS as a Mountain West team, the appeal of a border battle between Minnesota and the Bison has never been higher.

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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The game will be open to the public and free to attend in April.

Parker Knutson on his Gophers' official visit.

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Parker Knutson has the versatility to unlock the Gophers' full defensive potential next season.

Aug 30, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Elon Phoenix running back TJ Thomas Jr. (20) is stopped on his run by Duke Blue Devils linebacker Tre Freeman (12) during the second half at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's running back room will have depth and versatility next season.

Oklahoma Sooners tight end Kaden Helms (18) looks to get by Texas Longhorns defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) in the first half of the Red River Rivalry college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorn at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.

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Minnesota's tight end room will have a different look in 2026.

Bennett Warren's Gophers transfer portal commitment graphic.

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One of the Gophers' most significant transfer portal signings this offseason came along the offensive line.

Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck against the New Mexico Lobos during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's head football coach will have a new contract in 2026.

Sep 6, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears linebacker TJ Bush Jr. (3) during the third quarter against the Texas Southern Tigers at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Bush has the highest floor of any player Minnesota added from the transfer portal this offseason.

Vero Beach hosts Miami Palmetto in a Class 7A state semifinal on Dec. 5, 2025, on Billy Livings Field at the Citrus Bowl.

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Minnesota made the top seven finalists for Kaden Howard on Wednesday.

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive lineman Deven Eastern (91) celebrates against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota has only one player invited to this year's combine in Indianapolis.

Nov 26, 2022; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; A Minnesota Golden Gophers helmet sits on the sidelines during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium.

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Steve Stanard is joining Minnesota as its new rush ends coach, according to a report.

Oct 4, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies quarterback Joe Fagnano (2) throws a pass against the FIU Panthers in the third quarter at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Chapman has high expectations heading into his first season with the Gophers.

North Dakota State Bison football runs out to the field for their semi-final game against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Fargodome in Fargo, Nouth Dakota.

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There will be a new Midwest FBS team next season.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is pressured by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) in the first half in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Gophers were well represented in the big game this season.

Lafayette Jeff senior Aaden Aytch (9) leads the Bronchos out to the IHSAA 5A regional championship football game between the Lafayette Jeff Bronchos at the Concord Minutemen, Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at Rice Field in Elkhart, Ind. Concord won 47-45.

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Minnesota will be adding one of the best high school pass rushers in the country to its team in 2026.

Dec 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper Dejean (33) walks off the field after win against the Las Vegas Raiders at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's win over the Hawkeyes in 2023 is still fresh in DeJean's mind.

Nov 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Auburn Tigers wide receiver Perry Thompson (3) makes a catch over the middle against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the first half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Perry Thompson has the potential to completely transform the Gophers' wide receiver room in 2026.

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Alabama, Florida State, and Washington are among the other programs in Yarborough's top 10.

Winslow senior Quayd Hendryx (5) scores a touchdown during the Group 4 state football championship game against the Ramapo Raiders at SHI Stadium, Nov 30, 2025, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States.

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The Gophers' incoming recruiting class ranks 29th in the country.

Gophers offensive line coach Brian Callhan with Lakeville South offensive lineman Joseph Hamer.

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Joseph Hamer is a name to know for the Gophers in the upcoming 2027 recruiting class.