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per the Daily:
At tight end, the Gophers have a “violent” blocker in redshirt senior Ko Kieft, according to Morgan. Kieft was originally recruited as a quarterback and linebacker at lower levels but Minnesota offered him a scholarship to play tight end and he couldn’t refuse.
Last season, Kieft tallied two receptions for 29 yards and a touchdown in four games. Kieft is mainly used for run blocking while redshirt junior Brevyn Spann-Ford is their receiving tight end.
In last week’s Ohio State game, Spann-Ford had three receptions for 44 yards, averaging 14.7 yards per catch. It was his first game with consistent playing time on the field.
In 2020, Spann-Ford only caught one pass. In his freshman season he grabbed four catches for 25 yards and a touchdown.
“It’s been awesome to see Brevyn grow,” Kieft said on Tuesday. “I’m so proud of that kid. He’s an incredible route runner and pass catcher. His growth in the run game, pass blocking, seeing him grow physically and then also being able to grow mentally has been huge.”
mndaily.com
Go Gophers!!
At tight end, the Gophers have a “violent” blocker in redshirt senior Ko Kieft, according to Morgan. Kieft was originally recruited as a quarterback and linebacker at lower levels but Minnesota offered him a scholarship to play tight end and he couldn’t refuse.
Last season, Kieft tallied two receptions for 29 yards and a touchdown in four games. Kieft is mainly used for run blocking while redshirt junior Brevyn Spann-Ford is their receiving tight end.
In last week’s Ohio State game, Spann-Ford had three receptions for 44 yards, averaging 14.7 yards per catch. It was his first game with consistent playing time on the field.
In 2020, Spann-Ford only caught one pass. In his freshman season he grabbed four catches for 25 yards and a touchdown.
“It’s been awesome to see Brevyn grow,” Kieft said on Tuesday. “I’m so proud of that kid. He’s an incredible route runner and pass catcher. His growth in the run game, pass blocking, seeing him grow physically and then also being able to grow mentally has been huge.”
Morgan, Kieft emphasize connection with teammates ahead of Saturday’s matchup
Without star RB Mohamed Ibrahim, the Gophers might lean towards a heavier use of their passing attack.
mndaily.com
Go Gophers!!