Minnesota is looking to upgrade its tight end position this winter.
The Gophers are expected to host a pair of veteran transfer portal tight ends, according to multiple reports on Saturday. Colorado State's Rocky Beers and Tulane's Justyn Reid are expected to be on campus in the coming days.
Beers is more than just a cool name. The 6-foot-5, Littleton, Colorado native had 31 catches for 388 yards and seven touchdowns in 2025. He began his college career at the Air Force Academy before transferring to Florida International and then Colorado State. Beers is expected to be on campus tomorrow, and he also has visits scheduled to Florida State and Oklahoma. With Jameson Geers and Drew Biber both out of eligibility, Minnesota could use a veteran tight end to compete with Pierce Walsh for the starting role, as highly-touted freshman Roman Voss makes his way to the program. Beers will have one more year of college eligibility. He's a three-star recruit and the 46th-best tight end in the transfer portal, according to 247Sports' latest rankings.Reid began his career at Southern Miss for two seasons before breaking out at Tulane in 2025. Listed at 6-foot-5, 255 pounds, he had 17 catches for 200 yards and three touchdowns. He has more than 1,000 offensive snaps in his college career. He will also have one year of eligibility remaining. Reid is a three-star prospect and the 51st-best tight end in the transfer portal, according to 247Sports' latest rankings. He might not be as dynamic of a receiver as Beers, but both players would provide Minnesota with a much needed veteran pressence in a young tight end room in 2026.Tony Liebert is particularly known for his coverage of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, though he also contributes to coverage of the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves and Twins. His writing style is noted for providing in-depth analysis and insights, making him a go-to source for fans looking for comprehensive coverage of Minnesota sports.Gophers targeting Michigan State brothers in the transfer portal
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