Minnesota Football Recruiting: 2024 LB Mason Carrier commits to the Gophers

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have their first commitment for the Class of 2024, with Detroit Lakes linebacker Mason Carrier accepting a scholarship offer to play for his in-state team. He camped with the Gophers earlier this month and received an offer shortly after.

247 Sports currently has Carrier as the third-ranked prospect in Minnesota for his class.

His brother Ethan, who is a year older than Mason, has also accepted a preferred walk-on offer from Minnesota.

Get to know Mason Carrier

Height: 6’2”
Weight: 200

Power 5 Scholarship Offers: None

247 Sports Composite Rating: N/A

Scouting Report

Carrier was one of the top performers at the Gophers’ camp during the first weekend of June. He looks the part of a Big Ten linebacker, checking in at 6’2” and 200 lbs. His film is chock full of highlights that showcase his strength and physicality. At camp, Carrier turned heads with his twitch and athleticism. He has all of the physical attributes that defensive coordinator Joe Rossi looks for in a linebacker. We’ll see how Carrier continues to grow and develop over the next two seasons.

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