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Charlotte WR Elijah Spencer to transfer to Minnesota

Charlotte wide receiver Elijah Spencer announced Sunday that he plans to transfer to Minnesota to play his remaining two seasons of eligibility with the Golden Gophers.

He was named Conference USA Freshman of the Year as a true freshman in 2021, hauling in 28 receptions for 381 receiving yards and six touchdowns. This season, Spencer led the 49ers with 57 receptions for 943 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. According to Pro Football Focus, he led Charlotte in contested catches and yards after catch, only recording four drops on 90 targets.

Free plays are always nice!