Analysis: Nashville, Tenn. TE Austin Henderson commits to the Gophers

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The Gophers have received a commitment from Nashville, Tenn. tight end Austin Henderson. A three-star prospect, Henderson took a visit to campus this weekend and participated in Sunday’s camp. He chose Minnesota over offers from Iowa State, Indiana and Ball State, among others. He is the No. 52 ranked tight end nationally, according to 24/7 […] READ MORE


Zack Annexstad Comes Back Strong After Last Year’s Injury

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For Gophers fans, Zack Annexstad’s injury last fall felt like an opposing interception in the last seconds of the fourth quarter. Not only was it unexpected, but it seemed to cast serious doubt on whether the freshman quarterback would live up to expectations. That was then; this is now. Zack has shown the same girt […] READ MORE


Spring Game Notebook: Rashod Bateman and pass rushers flash in Maroon’s 38-20 win

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Even though snow moved things inside, the Gophers spring game continued at the Athlete’s Village. The heat was turned up by an electrifying six catches for 164 yards by sophomore wide receiver Rashod Bateman. The star of the maroon team, Bateman’s 47 and 62-yard grabs were sparked by beautiful releases and footwork. Quarterback Zack Annexstad […] READ MORE


Spring Practice Notebook: Gophers practice at Vikings’ TCO Performance Center

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The Gophers took a very special detour for Tuesday’s spring practice session. They loaded busses and traveled to the Minnesota Vikings’ TCO Performance Center in Eagan. For some Minnesota players, it was an opportunity to check out the new practice facility of their favorite NFL team. Not only that, but it was a learning opportunity […] READ MORE


Notebook: Blake Cashman and other Gophers take part in NFL Pro Day

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After a strong showing at the NFL Scouting Combine, all eyes were on Gophers linebacker Blake Cashman during the University of Minnesota Pro Day. It’s nothing new for Cashman, who has been taking part in one continuous job interview for the past couple of months. “Everyone is evaluating you constantly and you have a lot […] READ MORE




Gophers in the NFL

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The Gophers boasts one of the oldest programs in college football. Since 1882, college prospects have turned out for the University of Minnesota and there has been a long line of Gophers stars making it big in the NFL as a result. Five former Gophers graduates have been inducted into the Hall of Fame of […] READ MORE



Five Players to Watch in the Future: Gophers’ Offense

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Spring practices are quickly approaching and Gopher football discussions will intensify in the coming weeks. With an extensive amount of returning starters, specifically on offense, Minnesota has the chance to build upon the strides they made in 2018.  Last season, an injection of talent at the wide receiver spot helped the Gophers’ passing offense take […] READ MORE