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Top Minnesota High School Running Back Commits to Gophers
Taye Reich, a standout junior from Moorhead High School, chooses Minnesota over other top Midwest programs.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Taye Reich, a highly touted running back from Moorhead High School in Minnesota, has verbally committed to play football at the University of Minnesota. Reich, who had over 1,700 yards from scrimmage and 17 total touchdowns as a junior, chose the Gophers over offers from North Dakota State, Kansas State, and Colorado State.
Why it matters
Minnesota was able to keep one of the state's top high school talents home, beating out several other notable Midwest programs for his commitment. Reich's decision is a big recruiting win for the Gophers as they look to build on their recent success and continue developing in-state talent.
The details
Reich, a 5-foot-10, 190-pound running back, had a standout junior season for Moorhead High School, rushing for 1,416 yards and 16 touchdowns on 225 carries. He also added 32 receptions for 336 yards and 1 touchdown. Reich has been a varsity player since his freshman year and has nearly 2,500 rushing yards and over 60 total touchdowns in his prep career already.
- Reich announced his verbal commitment to Minnesota on February 25, 2026.
- Reich had over 1,700 yards from scrimmage and 17 total touchdowns as a junior in the 2025 season.
The players
Taye Reich
A 5-foot-10, 190-pound running back from Moorhead High School in Minnesota who has verbally committed to play for the University of Minnesota.
P.J. Fleck
The head football coach at the University of Minnesota, who Reich cited as a major reason for his commitment to the Gophers.
What they’re saying
“I love Minnesota with all my heart. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else, and the culture that Minnesota has in their program is unmatched. I knew a very long time ago that's what I wanted to be, and Coach Fleck is a great guy. I love that guy. I love everybody on the staff.”
— Taye Reich (KVRR)
“I am never leaving, I am never going anywhere, Minnesota is where I want to be. Minnesota is where I want to be for as long as I can be. And as a player you are going to get the best out of me every single day.”
— Taye Reich (KVRR)
What’s next
Reich will likely return to the University of Minnesota campus for an official visit later this spring or early summer before officially signing his National Letter of Intent in December 2026.
The takeaway
Minnesota's ability to keep one of the state's top high school talents home is a significant recruiting win for the Gophers, as they continue to build momentum and develop in-state players under head coach P.J. Fleck.
