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Previous future power ranking: Not ranked
Returning quarterback: No. Max Brosmer has moved on after his one season as Minnesota's QB1, and backup Drake Lindsey is in line to be the team's starter after five pass attempts in three games last fall.
Likelihood of a multiyear QB: Very likely. Rather than go to the portal for another QB filler, Minnesota groomed Lindsey for this moment. If he performs as expected, Lindsey should lead Minnesota's offense through at least the 2026 season.
Offensive line/defensive line outlook: The offensive line is in an interesting spot as Aireontae Ersery and others move on to the NFL and the portal. Minnesota will be transfer-heavy up front other than Greg Johnson and Ashton Beers and needs better overall results with an unproven quarterback. Anthony Smith is a potential high-level pass rusher, and Deven Eastern brings production to the interior line, but Minnesota will need its transfers to deliver.
Roster management: Minnesota hit the portal hard on offense, adding linemen such as Kentucky's Dylan Ray and UCF's Marcellus Marshall, and wide receivers such as Javon Tracy (Miami of Ohio) and Logan Loya (UCLA). The Gophers were more selective on defense but added cornerback Jaylen Bowden from North Carolina Central. Minnesota has a consistent but unflashy recruiting approach.
Star power: Cornerback Koi Perich earned first-team All-Big Ten honors in 2024 and likely will have a role on offense. Running back Darius Taylor is an effective rusher when healthy, and Smith could be primed for a breakout season at defensive end. Minnesota's success always hinges on its line play, and the offensive line transfers are worth tracking.
Coaching staff: P.J. Fleck enters his ninth season at Minnesota and keeps a consistent approach, even when losing notable assistants. The Gophers have continuity on their offensive staff with Greg Harbaugh Jr. and Matt Simon back as coordinators, and seek the same on defense after promoting Danny Collins, a longtime Fleck assistant, to coordinator.
40. Minnesota Golden Gophers
Previous future power ranking: Not ranked
Returning quarterback: No. Max Brosmer has moved on after his one season as Minnesota's QB1, and backup Drake Lindsey is in line to be the team's starter after five pass attempts in three games last fall.
Likelihood of a multiyear QB: Very likely. Rather than go to the portal for another QB filler, Minnesota groomed Lindsey for this moment. If he performs as expected, Lindsey should lead Minnesota's offense through at least the 2026 season.
Offensive line/defensive line outlook: The offensive line is in an interesting spot as Aireontae Ersery and others move on to the NFL and the portal. Minnesota will be transfer-heavy up front other than Greg Johnson and Ashton Beers and needs better overall results with an unproven quarterback. Anthony Smith is a potential high-level pass rusher, and Deven Eastern brings production to the interior line, but Minnesota will need its transfers to deliver.
Roster management: Minnesota hit the portal hard on offense, adding linemen such as Kentucky's Dylan Ray and UCF's Marcellus Marshall, and wide receivers such as Javon Tracy (Miami of Ohio) and Logan Loya (UCLA). The Gophers were more selective on defense but added cornerback Jaylen Bowden from North Carolina Central. Minnesota has a consistent but unflashy recruiting approach.
Star power: Cornerback Koi Perich earned first-team All-Big Ten honors in 2024 and likely will have a role on offense. Running back Darius Taylor is an effective rusher when healthy, and Smith could be primed for a breakout season at defensive end. Minnesota's success always hinges on its line play, and the offensive line transfers are worth tracking.
Coaching staff: P.J. Fleck enters his ninth season at Minnesota and keeps a consistent approach, even when losing notable assistants. The Gophers have continuity on their offensive staff with Greg Harbaugh Jr. and Matt Simon back as coordinators, and seek the same on defense after promoting Danny Collins, a longtime Fleck assistant, to coordinator.
