Kason Clayborne Commits to Minnesota Gophers

Three-star linebacker Kason Clayborne from Sioux City East commits to Minnesota Golden Gophers for 2027 class, adding depth to linebacker spot alongside four-star Tate Wallace. Clayborne, ranked 822nd overall, 74th among linebackers, and Iowas 9th recruit, had a standout season with 51 tackles, 10.5 for loss, a sack, and an interception returned for a touchdown. Minnesotas linebackers coach and defensive coordinator secured his commitment after his spring campus visit. With Claybornes addition, Minnesotas 2027 class now has 14 commits and ranks 27th nationally, 10th in the Big Ten, surpassing Iowa, Michigan State, and Purdue. The class features four four-stars, including tight ends Brooks Bakko and Drake Mikkelsen, EDGE Eli Diane, and quarterback Jett Feeney. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/66d0626b8a27f946