Inside the Film Room: Gophers vs. Fresno State

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by: Daniel House (@DanielHouseNFL) When your team is placed within difficult situations, you have to find a way to win. In high leverage moments, top-tier players must step up, make plays and rally the team. If you’re making mistakes on the road, it becomes even more critical. During Saturday’s dramatic 38-35 overtime win, the Gophers […] READ MORE


Analyzing the Strengths and Weaknesses of Fresno State

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Despite losing a large amount of talent this year, Fresno State has reloaded and developed young players. Head coach Jeff Tedford is one of the best offensive minds in college football and has continually adjusted the scheme to maximize the potential of his players. When Minnesota travels out west, they will need to be ready […] READ MORE


How will the Gophers attack South Dakota State?

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When the Gophers take the field for their season opener next week, they will be tested by one of the FCS’ top teams. The FCS coaches poll was announced last week and South Dakota State ranked No. 4. They have a large stable of returning talent, particularly at the skill spots. However, following the gradation […] READ MORE


Five Names to Watch During the 2019 Season

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The Gophers are officially two weeks from their Aug. 29 season opener against South Dakota State. Every year, we always see a small group of underrated players emerge and make an impact. Minnesota’s depth chart features the tenth-most returning production in college football. With roughly 80 percent of the roster still falling in the underclassmen […] READ MORE



A Closer Look at the Gophers’ Returning Production

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  After seeing growth from young players last season, the Gophers have an opportunity to continue building upon a promising 2018 campaign. In future seasons, Minnesota will start to reap the benefits associated with immediately thrusting underclassmen into key roles. The preliminary returns will likely begin this year and extend into 2020.  The Gophers have […] READ MORE


Inside the Film Room: Minnesota WR Tyler Johnson is a Master of the Details

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Minnesota wide receiver Tyler Johnson was faced with a difficult decision this offseason. Following a productive 2018 campaign, Johnson became one of the nation’s top young wide receivers. In January, he was generating NFL interest and had the chance to be selected early in April’s draft. Suddenly, the Gophers’ top wide receiver had a decision […] READ MORE


Analysis: Gophers receive a commitment from four-star Kansas WR Daniel Jackson

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The Gophers have received a commitment from four-star Kansas wide receiver Daniel Jackson. He chose Minnesota over offers from Iowa State, Wisconsin, Arizona State, Iowa, Notre Dame and others. Jackson, the No. 2-rated player in Kansas, visited the University of Minnesota on June 14. He recently spent time at Wisconsin and Iowa State, but decided […] READ MORE


Analysis: Itayvion Brown commits to the Gophers

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The Gophers received a commitment from St. Louis linebacker/athlete Itayvion Brown. He is currently the eighth-rated player in the state of Missouri, according to 24/7 Sports rankings. Brown chose the Gophers over offers from Iowa, Iowa state, LSU, Florida State, Michigan State, Purdue and others. He recently visited Kansas, but liked the fit in Minnesota, […] READ MORE


Texas safety Abner Dubar commits to the Gophers

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The Gophers have received a commitment from Texas safety Abner Dubar. He chose Minnesota over offers from Colorado, Texas Tech, Baylor, Kansas, Washington State, Houston and others. At safety, Dubar posted 68 tackles (53 solo), three tackles for loss and two pass breakups in 2018. He recently took official visits to both Minnesota and Colorado, […] READ MORE