2014 National Signing Day: Meet the Gophers Preferred Walk-On Class

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Perra completed 60.7% of his passes for 3,191 yards and 35 touchdowns. Minnesota has had great success with former walk-ons earning scholarship and starting spots. Aaron Hill, Mike Henry, Jon Christenson, Calleb Bak, Cameron Botticelli, Derrick Engel and Peter Mortell were all former walk-ons who started this past season.   Zach Mottla, A.J. Barker, Jon […] READ MORE


2014 National Signing Day: Meet the Gophers Offensive Class

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Jones had 44 touchdowns this season and finished his career with 4668 yards and 92 career touchdowns. The Gophers have twelve commitments from offensive players. Minnesota made strides with their rushing game as David Cobb became the first running back to gain more than 1,000 yards since 2006. His productivity along with strong rushing by […] READ MORE


2014 National Signing Day: Meet the Gophers Defensive Class

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Kafo committed to Minnesota in November. The Minnesota Golden Gophers finished 8-5 this past season. Part of the team’s improved record was due to a better-than-expected showing from the defense.   The Gophers finished fifth in the Big Ten in total defense, third in passing defense and eighth in rushing defense. They have received seven […] READ MORE




Q&A: Andrew Stelter Talks Signing Day Plans and Excitement to be a Gopher

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Andrew Stelter, a 6-4 senior defensive end from Owatonna (MN) High School, committed to Minnesota in July and will sign with the Gophers on Wednesday. Andrew Stelter, a 6-4 senior defensive end from Owatonna (MN) High School, committed to Minnesota in July and will sign with the Gophers on Wednesday. Stelter was the lone non-senior […] READ MORE




Q&A: Jared Weyler Latest to Commit to Gophers, Says the U is a Great Fit for Him

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Weyler shifted his commitment from Bowling Green to Minnesota on Monday night. Jared Weyler, a 6-5, 280-pound offensive lineman from Dayton (OH) Centerville, is the latest player to commit to Minnesota. Weyler helped lead the Elks to an 8-3 mark, losing to Dublin Coffman 42-14 in the first round of the Division I (largest class) […] READ MORE