With Blaise Andries’ announcement on Sunday that he will declare for the NFL Draft after the upcoming bowl game, the forecast for the Minnesota Golden Gophers’ offensive line next season is starting to look clearer. While there will be plenty of familiar faces at the skill positions, brace for change on the offensive line with four starters walking out the door.
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Left Tackle
2021 Starter: Sam Schlueter
Projected 2022 Starter: Aireontae Ersery
Schlueter has started 45 games over the last five seasons with the Gophers, including 32 consecutive starts at left tackle up to this point.