Edina D-Lineman Joins Gophers' 2027 In-State Recruiting Class

Minnesota continues to build momentum with its next recruiting cycle.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:28pm

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Edina High School defensive lineman Gage Geyer has verbally committed to the University of Minnesota's 2027 recruiting class, becoming the fifth in-state player to join the Gophers' early commitments.

Why it matters

The Gophers have prioritized keeping top Minnesota talent home in recent recruiting cycles, and Geyer's commitment continues that trend as the program builds towards the future.

The details

Geyer, a 6-foot-5, 270-pound defensive lineman, received his official scholarship offer from Minnesota after attending the program's camp last June and an unofficial visit in September. He held additional offers from Kansas, Kansas State, and Boston College before choosing to stay in-state and play for the Gophers.

  • Geyer attended the Gophers' camp in June 2026.
  • Geyer took an unofficial visit to Minnesota in September 2026.
  • Geyer verbally committed to the Gophers on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Gage Geyer

A 6-foot-5, 270-pound defensive lineman from Edina High School in Minnesota.

Eli Diane

A top in-state recruit who was the first player to commit to Minnesota's 2027 class.

Taye Reich

One of three players from Moorhead High School to commit to the Gophers' 2027 class.

David Mack

Another Moorhead High School recruit who has committed to Minnesota's 2027 class.

Jett Feeney

The third Moorhead High School player to join the Gophers' 2027 recruiting class.

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What they’re saying

“Gage has been on our radar since last summer and we're thrilled to add another talented in-state player to our 2027 class.”

— P.J. Fleck, Head Coach, University of Minnesota

What’s next

Geyer will look to have an impressive senior season at Edina High School before officially signing with the Gophers in December 2026.

The takeaway

Minnesota's ability to keep top in-state talent home has been a key part of the program's recent success, and Geyer's commitment continues that trend as the Gophers build towards the future.