Five Minnesota players with college football-playing promise from the Class of 2022:
Next up: Five Minnesota football prospects to watch in the class of 2022
A skilled collection of athletes who in some cases shine in basketball as well.
December 16, 2020 at 12:13AM
1. Lucas Heyer, Hill-Murray, OL. The consensus top offensive line prospect in the state, a 305-pound physical beast with above-average quickness and agility.
2. Eli King, Caledonia, athlete: The last of a family of brothers to suit up for the powerful Warriors, the versatile and skilled King might be the best athlete of the bunch.
3. Trejuan Holloman, Cretin-Derham Hall, DB: The best defensive back prospect in Minnesota in the last five years is also the state's best point guard.
4. Chase Carter, Minnehaha Academy (SMB), DE: The son of former Gopher basketball player Randy Carter, the 6-6 defensive end is a monster pass rusher with multiple Division I offers in both football and basketball.
5. Emmett Johnson, Holy Angels, RB/LB: His reputation has exploded since having a breakout season this year. Versatile, with the ability to play a variety of positions.
JIM PAULSEN
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Six players plus head coach Garrett Raboin and assistant coach Ben Gordon are from Minnesota. The tournament’s games will be televised starting Monday.
