The Gophers have received a commitment from Columbia, MO defensive end Jalen Logan-Redding. The 6-foot-4, 243-pound defensive end previously committed to Missouri on Sept. 2, but flipped to Minnesota this weekend. Logan-Redding also held offers from Iowa, Iowa State, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Texas and others.
He posted 78 tackles (16 for loss), ten sacks and three fumble recoveries in 2019. He ran a 4.98 40-yard dash and posted a 4.59 shuttle at The Opening Regional. Again, this is an instance where technique and other circumstances can impact a testing time. He has a lengthy wingspan and will continue to add strength at the next level.
When rushing the passer, Logan-Redding bent/dipped around the corner for sacks and occasionally used a spin move. He played from multiple different alignments in high school and could do so at the next level. Logan-Redding has the potential to play four-technique, five-technique and possibly some edge alignments. He does an excellent job of getting low, dipping below the tackle and getting position against the run. I like the potential versatility and athletic skills that Logan-Redding can provide on the Gophers’ defensive line.
Here’s his film: