Q&A: Red Wing’s Nick Connelly Says He and Family Are Gopher Fans

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Nick Connelly, a 6-6, 255-pound junior defensive tackle/offensive tackle from Red Wing (MN) High, attended the Iowa Junior Elite day and the recent Minnesota’s Gopher Junior Elite day.   Connelly has been invited to the Rivals Under Armour camp May 4 in Chicago and the Chicago land Showcase June 13. He has received invitations to […] READ MORE


Q&A: Punter Logan McElfresh: “Gophers have always been the team to watch for me.”

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Logan McElfresh, a 6-2, 190-pound senior punter from Brainerd (MN) High, will attend Minnesota next year as a preferred walk-on. Logan McElfresh, a 6-2, 190-pound senior punter from Brainerd (MN) High, will attend Minnesota next year as a preferred walk-on.   Gopher Hole recently caught up McElfresh to learn more about his decision.   Gopher […] READ MORE


Q&A: California WR Alex Egurbide Could Be Late Addition to Gophers Recruiting Class as PWO

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Alex Egurbide, a 6-foot-6, 200-pound wide receiver from Westlake (CA) Westlake Village, made an official visit to Minnesota January 31st. Alex Egurbide, a 6-6, 200-pound wide receiver from Westlake (CA) Westlake Village, made an official visit to Minnesota January 31st and could be a late addition to the Gophers 2014 recruiting class.   The outstanding […] READ MORE




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


The Best of Twitter: Gophers 2014 National Signing Day!!!!

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The 2014 college football National Signing Day is upon us and social media in Dinkytown is buzzing with excitement. We will be updating this page throughout the day with the best Twitter responses about the Gophers recruiting class from former, current and future Gophers, coaches, media and much more and will be continuously updated real […] READ MORE