To compete in the Big Ten, teams have to be both big and physical, and athletic on the edges. Fleck addressed those needs with this class. Also, with the transfer portal and NIL often sending top players to blue blood schools, the Gophers signed a class that oozes potential more than immediate playing time — a good way to keep players in house for the duration of their careers. Keeping Karmo as part of the state's top three guys was a win. Also, adding Kollock really opens up the West Coast pipeline. Overall, the class may not be flashy but it wouldn't surprise if many of them grow into key contributors throughout their careers

A physical receiver already built for college football, Lyons is a rare recruit who could make an impact early on

One of the more physically imposing signees, Shipp plays with an edge and flexibility not often seen at the high school level

Another phenomenal piece by Chip Scoggins, detailing Kollock's rise in So Cal and the adversity he and his family have overcome to get to this moment

Following the Big Ten's expansion that includes Oregon, Washington, USC, and UCLA, the Gophers have been able to make an impact in recruiting the West Coast. Kollock is the first major recruiting win for Fleck since the expansion, and could be the first of many