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5 true freshmen who made an immediate impact for Gophers football
- Gophers debut with five true freshmen making an early impact this season, signaling strong 2025 class contributions.
- Emmanuel Karmo led the freshman group with 204 defensive snaps and a 60.0 PFF grade at inside linebacker.
- Grant Washington opened with 126 rushing yards on 20 carries in Week 2 against Northwestern State.
- Zack Harden contributed on defense and special teams, totaling 91 defensive snaps in his freshman year.
- Naiim Parrish flashed in preseason camp and appeared in Week 2, finishing with a 58.3 defensive PFF grade.
- Ethan Stendel became a special teams mainstay with 148 snaps, signaling future linebacker development.
- The report attributes the freshmen’s early impact to Minnesota’s 2025 recruiting class and coaching decisions.
- Tony Liebert provides analysis on Gophers coverage and the freshmen’s potential for Year Two.
- The article highlights potential for year two development across the five freshmen.
- The season coverage includes updates on Minnesota football roster needs and transfers.
- Overall, the freshmen’s impact provides optimism for Minnesota’s continued growth in upcoming seasons.
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