News, Notes, Tid-Bits and Quotes: Claeys, Leidner Will Lead Gophers

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With head coach Jerry Kill taking time away from the Gophers to manage and treat his Epilepsy, defensive coordinator and acting head coach Tracy Claeys stood in during Tuesday’s media tour. While much of the conversation centered on Kill, Claeys also spoke about the team and Minnesota’s attempt to bounce back following a much-needed week […] READ MORE



Press Conference Notes: Norwood Teague and Tracy Claeys Address Media

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Gophers defensive coordinator Tracy Claeys is now the Gophers acting head coach. They were talking fast, it’s not verbatim, but this is what I got: Norwood Teague: • I wanted to update everyone, Jerry Kill is taking time to focus on his treatment and treat his epilepsy. He will remain close to the program, and […] READ MORE




One-On-One With Nation’s #1: Jashon Cornell Talks Cretin, Recruiting and More

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Cornell attended the recent Minnesota-Iowa game. Jashon Cornell, a 6-4 junior defensive end from St. Paul (MN) Cretin Derham Hall, is ranked as the country’s top player in the Class of 2015. Cornell attended the Minnesota-Iowa game and GopherHole.com caught up with him to learn more about his junior season and recruitment.   Gopher Hole: […] READ MORE



Q&A: Texas LB Everett Williams On Why He Committed to Gophers, Family Reaction & More

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Williams became the 7th member of the Gophers 2014 recruiting class to commit. Everett Williams, a 6-foot-2, 222-pound outside linebacker from Mansfield (TX) Legacy, committed to Minnesota on Monday, celebrating his 18th birthday. Williams visited Minnesota for the San Jose State game. He picked the Golden Gophers over Navy, Louisiana-Monroe and New Mexico State. Gopher […] READ MORE


News, Notes, Tid-Bits and Quotes: Gophers Turn Focus to Little Brown Jug

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Following a tough 23-7 loss to the rival Iowa Hawkeyes, Jerry Kill tried to put things into perspective during his weekly media tour. Kill noticed a number of mistakes from the game but was ready to move on in preparation for another trophy opportunity against the Michigan Wolverines.   Looking Back As Kill watched the […] READ MORE


Jerry Kill’s Press Conference Notes: Now Time For 2 Steps Forward

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Gophers turn their focus to Michigan and the Little Brown Jug • Looking forward to getting back on the practice field today and getting our kids on track and get better. You have to have short term memory, we’ve taken care of everything we needed to on Sunday. • You have to go through all […] READ MORE