At this point the Gophers’ football team is stuck with junior Mitch Leidner under center, due in part to a lack of options that are ready to replace him. Redshirt sophomore backup Chris Streveler has seen some action in the first two games this season, with four carries for eight yards and no pass attempts operating in the Wildcat formation.
In an effort to find ways to get him on the field more, the Gophers tried Streveler as a h-back/tight end and as a wide receiver during preseason camp. That experiment appears to be over already, with tight ends coach Rob Reeves telling the St.