#83
Sam Peters
Returning to Minnesota for 2026
Maple Grove, Minn. → Maple Grove
via gophersports.com ↗Sam Peters
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
P.J. Fleck
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Minnesota
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Tight end · Minnesota
Returning around him
- 44% of 2024 offensive production back (Moderate turnover)
- 1 Minnesota player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -1 net (19 in / 20 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Minnesota · Last season: 8-5 · Talent rank #41 · 2026 recruiting class #28
Background
PRONUNCIATION Your browser does not support HTML5 audio. HONORS: Academic All-Big Ten (2025, 2024) 2025 • SOPHOMORE SEASON: Played in one game • made his Minnesota and collegiate debut against Northwestern State. 2024 • FRESHMAN SEASON: Did not see any game action. 2023: Redshirted • did not see...
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