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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

Minnesota continues to load up on defensive linemen through this year's transfer portal.

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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Minnesota continues to load up on defensive linemen through this year's transfer portal.

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Aug 30, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Elon Phoenix running back TJ Thomas Jr. (20) runs with the ball against the Duke Blue Devils during the first half at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

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The Gophers added a unique running back transfer through the portal on Saturday night.

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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Minnesota filled a position of need with its second transfer portal addition on Saturday.

Purdue wide receiver Zion Steptoe (83) during a practice, Monday, Feb. 28, 2022 at Mollenkopf Athletic Center in West Lafayette.

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The Gophers continue to round out their wide receiver room with another transfer portal addition.

Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Noah Jennings (8) is tackled by Bowling Green Falcons cornerback MJ Cannon in the fourth quarter of the NCAA football game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Bowling Green Falcons at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Sept. 6, 2025.

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Minnesota has found its second veteran transfer receiver this offseason.

Bowling Green Falcons cornerback JoJo Johnson (10) tackles Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Noah Jennings (8) in the fourth quarter of the NCAA football game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Bowling Green Falcons at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Sept. 6, 2025.

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Minnesota hosted a handful of transfer portal recruits on campus on Friday.

Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck speaks to members of the press during a Rate Bowl media day at JW Marriott Camelback Inn in Scottsdale on Dec. 24, 2025.

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The Gophers have been busy, but there are still plenty more needs to be addressed.

Sep 6, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (18) scrambles out the pocket against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs defensive lineman Jayden Madkins (90) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Minnesota is targeting a handful of different players to improve its defensive line.

Mekhai Smith during his sophomore season at Lehigh.

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The Gophers have added a productive Lehigh transfer to their secondary.

Michigan place kicker Beckham Sunderland (92) kicks off against Central Michigan during the first half against at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025.

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Minnesota added a unique specialist to its roster on Tuesday afternoon.

Sep 27, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans wide receiver Kyri Shoels (4) catches the ball before the start of the first quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

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The Gophers have landed one wide receiver in the portal, but will they go after another?

Parker Knutson on his Gophers' official visit.

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The Gophers have added a veteran to their safety room through the transfer portal.

Auburn Tigers wide receiver Perry Thompson (3) spins off a defender as Auburn Tigers take on Georgia Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Georgia Bulldogs defeated Auburn Tigers 20-10.

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Minnesota has added a playmaker at the wide receiver position.

Clarence Johnson Jr. during a high school game for Cretin-Derham Hall.

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The Hurricanes became the first to offer one of the most intriguing defenders in the state.

Aug 30, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Marshall Thundering Herd linebacker Cannon Lewis (27) grabs the jersey of Georgia Bulldogs running back Nate Frazier (3) during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Minnesota added much-needed depth to its interior defensive line on Monday.

Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Mexico Lobos running back Damon Bankston (1) is tackled by Minnesota Gophers linebacker Emmanuel Karmo (2) and defensive back Koi Perich (3) during the first half of the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Minnesota will have one of its most promising young defenders back for another season.

Nov 22, 2025; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers wide receiver Perry Thompson (3) is tackled by Mercer Bears safety Juwan Johnson (13) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

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The Gophers are still looking to add their first wide receiver from the transfer portal this winter.

Andrew Marshall during the 2025 season at Eastern Michigan.

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The Gophers have added some experience to their defense.

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 picked up a huge commitment on Sunday night.

Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck speaks to members of the press during a Rate Bowl media day at JW Marriott Camelback Inn in Scottsdale on Dec. 24, 2025.

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Minnesota is expected to have a Nevada transfer lineman on campus next week.

Cedric Tomes with Gophers head coach Niko Medved.

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Cedric Tomes looked like one of the best high school players in Minnesota on Friday night.

Nov 28, 2025; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams tight end Rocky Beers (81) runs for a touchdown on a reception in the fourth quarter against the Air Force Falcons at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Minnesota is looking to upgrade its tight end position this winter.

Now-former Purdue running back Jaron Thomas.

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Thomas, from Concord High School in Indiana, was a three-star recruit as a prep star in 2024, and he had only two carries as a true freshman in 2025.

Oct 25, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive back Aydan West (2) warms up prior at a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

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Minnesota has its eyes on two Big Ten transfers in the secondary.

Dec 28, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Michael Merdinger (17) throws a pass against the Connecticut Huskies during the first half at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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The Gophers have brought in a transfer to back up Drake Lindsey.