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Minnesota Football Recruiting: Hutchinson LB Alex Elliott commits to the Gophers

Another in-state recruit is staying home. Head coach P.J. Fleck and co. have earned a verbal commitment from Hutchinson linebacker Alex Elliott. He camped with the Golden Gophers over the weekend and committed not long after Minnesota officially extended a scholarship offer.

Get to know Alex Elliott

Height: 6’2”
Weight: 200

Power 5 Scholarship Offers: Kansas

Scouting Report

Hutchinson won the 4A State Championship last fall, and Elliott played primarily safety and running back for them. He recorded a team-leading 87 total tackles in addition to rushing for 569 yards and 10 touchdowns.