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Ohio running back Sieh Bangura outraces Akron defender LaJoshua Jackson for a third-quarter touchdown on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.

Ex-Gophers RB transfers back to the school he left last offseason

Bangura will be heading back to Athens, Ohio.

Ohio running back Sieh Bangura outraces Akron defender LaJoshua Jackson for a third-quarter touchdown on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.

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Ex-Gophers RB transfers back to the school he left last offseason

Bangura will be heading back to Athens, Ohio.

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Nov 29, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) hands the football off to running back Darius Taylor (1) during the third quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Corey Hetherman did not shut down the idea of adding another LB.

Oct 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) celebrates his teams win after the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Max Brosmer is leaving Gophers football in a better place than he found it

Brosmer's 12 months in Minnesota should be viewed as a success.

Oct 5, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver T.J. McWilliams (5) celebrates his teams win after the game against the USC Trojans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Report: Gophers WR T.J. McWilliams enters the transfer portal

Minnesota has lost another scholarship player to the portal.

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P.J. Fleck 'preparing for ghosts' against Virginia Tech in Mayo Bowl

The Gophers are going for an eighth straight bowl victory this Friday.

Nov 29, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Gophers' NIL improvements are 'real' and it has shown in the transfer portal

Minnesota has made substantial financial improvements over the last few years.

Michigan Wolverines running back Cole Cabana (24) warms up before action against the Bowling Green Falcons Saturday, Sept.16 2023.

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Report: Cole Cabana flips portal commitment from Minnesota to Western Michigan

Former Michigan running back Cole Cabana, who was a four-star recruit in high school, has withdrawn his verbal commitment to the Minnesota Gophers and instead signed with Western Michigan, according to a report from On3's Pete Nakos.

Nov 25, 2023; El Paso, Texas, USA; No. 22 Liberty Flames quarterback Kaidon Salter (7) tries to throw the ball as he is pressured by UTEP Miners defensive end Maurice Westmoreland (0) during the first half at Sun Bowl Stadium. Salter was called for intentional grounding. Mandatory Credit: Ivan Pierre Aguirre-Imagn Images

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Gophers making late push for edge rusher who led Conference USA in sacks

The winter transfer portal window officially closes Saturday, Dec. 28 and the Gophers have already added commitments from 15 players. But they might not be done.

Oct 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Koi Perich (3) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Maryland Terrapins during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Report: Koi Perich turned down big NIL money for shot at playoffs with Gophers

Perich has big goals for Minnesota in 2025.

Ensworth's Justin Hopkins (25) goes in motion against Lipscomb Academy' during their game at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, Sept. 20, 2024.

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Gophers among 12 schools 4-star 2026 cornerback is deciding between

Minnesota is firmly in the mix for one of the best high school players in Tennessee.

Oct 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Koi Perich (3) warms up before the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's Koi Perich could be college football's version of Travis Hunter in 2025

"It's not the same thing, but he is going to be your best two-way star next year in college football."

Dec 16, 2023; Inglewood, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Logan Loya (17) runs past Boise State Broncos defensive tackle Michael Callahan (92) during the first quarter of the Starco Brands LA Bowl at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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Early look at Minnesota's revamped 2025 WR room after transfer portal shakeup

The Gophers have retooled their wide receiver room through the transfer portal.

Oct 21, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Malachi Coleman (15) and offensive lineman Nouredin Nouili (63) celebrate after a touchdown by Coleman against the Northwestern Wildcats during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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Highly-touted Nebraska transfer WR Malachi Coleman commits to Minnesota

The Gophers have landed one of the best wide receivers in the portal.

Nov 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) warms up before the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Gophers' Max Brosmer ranked among top 10 draft-eligble quarterbacks

Brosmer is a real NFL Draft prospect.

Miami Redhawks wide receiver Javon Tracy (11) runs downfield as Cincinnati Bearcats defensive end Darian Varner (24) defends in the first quarter of the College Football game at Yager Stadium in Cincinnati on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

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After committing to Gophers, Javon Tracy trying to lure Malachi Coleman to UMN

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Drake Lindsey reacts to Gophers' transfer portal success: 'We’re rolling!!'

Minnesota is building a talented roster around its young quarterback.

Sep 21, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck looks on during the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Transfer portal: Gophers sit near the top of the Big Ten through two weeks

Minnesota still has one of the best classes in the country.

Oct 19, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Logan Loya (17) celebrates after a touchdown pass against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the first half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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UCLA grad-transfer WR Logan Loya commits to Minnesota

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Sun Country reveals first custom plane to fly the Minnesota Gophers

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Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck looks on during the first quarter against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis., on Nov. 29, 2024.

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Gophers land commitment from Kentucky transfer offensive lineman

Dylan Ray made 12 starts for the Wildcats over the last two seasons.

Sept. 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA;
Marshall Thundering Herd running back A.J. Turner (5) is pursued by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Hero Kanu (93) during the first half of an NCAA Division I football game at Ohio Stadium on Saturday.

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'Legit' incoming transfer RB A.J. Turner compared to Rodney Smith by ex-Gopher

Minnesota picked up a special talent at running back.

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Washington transfer OL Kahlee Tafai chooses Gophers over Alabama

Minnesota has added a massive pressence to its 2025 offensive line.

Nov 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers linebacker Cody Lindenberg (45) celebrates during the second quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Huntington Bank Stadium.

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Gophers' Aireontae Ersery, Cody Lindenberg declare for 2025 NFL Draft

Ersery and Lindenberg won't be back with Minnesota next year.

Minnesota kicker Dragan Kesich (99) watches his field goal against Illinois during the second half at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill., on Nov. 2, 2024.

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Gophers kicker Dragan Kesich accepts invite to Hula Bowl

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