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Gophers Add Eight to Roster

2/4/2021 3:03:00 PM | Football

Minnesota officially introduced eight new student-athletes this week

The University of Minnesota officially introduced eight new student-athletes this week. The Gophers signed Saia Mapakaitolo and welcomed walk-ons Jordan Nubin and Jackson Hunter. Minnesota also introduced transfers Val Martin, Nyles Pinckney, Karter Shaw, Daniel Sparks and Dylan Wright.

The eight players joined the 19 that Minnesota signed in December on national signing day.

Players Announced on Feb. 3, 2021

Wide Receiver
Dylan Wright, West Mesquite // Texas A&M

Kicker
Daniel Sparks, Gadsden City // University of Louisiana-Monroe

Offensive Line
Jackson Hunter, Oconomowoc
Saia Mapakaitolo, Red Mountain 
Karter Shaw, Herriman / Utah State

Defensive Line
Val Martin, Marietta // NC State
Nyles Pinckney, Whale Branch // Clemson 

Defensive Back
Jordan Nubin, St. Charles North 
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