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Koi Perich, Anthony Smith among leaders on unproven Gophers defense

Star Tribune Sports

Aug 6, 2025

After being one of the top defenses in the country a season ago, new defensive coordinator Danny Collins isn't shying away from the high expectations. |!| Gophers

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Koi Perich, Anthony Smith among leaders on unproven Gophers defense

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