At this time last year, Minnesota headed into the offseason needing to replace four starters on the offensive line. Now the Golden Gophers find themselves in a similar position this offseason, with three starting offensive linemen walking out the door with their diplomas in hand.
The coaching staff has already looked to the transfer portal for help — offers were extended to Rhode Island offensive tackle Ajani Cornelius and Kent State offensive tackle Marcellus Marshall but the pair have since committed to Oregon and Central Florida, respectively — but for now we can review how things might shake out based on Minnesota’s internal options.