The Gophers football program continued to address its needs along the offensive line on Saturday, getting a commitment from Washington left tackle Kahlee Tafai out of the NCAA transfer portal, according to On3.com. The U has four starters leaving after this season, including both tackles — Aireontae Ersery to the NFL Draft and Phillip Daniels in a transfer to Ohio State. Tafai, who is listed at 6-foot-5 and 330 pounds, moved into the Huskies’ starting lineup during his freshman season in 2024. He has three years of eligibility remaining. A native of Lawndale, Calif., Tafai played 267 offensive snaps in the Big Ten last season but had a low 38.5 overall grade from Pro Football Focus in his first extensive college experience. He also played a few snaps at right tackle a year ago. Tafai still had plenty of suitors, with listed offers from Southern Cal, Nebraska, UCLA, North Carolina, Arizona, Arizona State, Boise State, Kansas and others. The Gophers have added 12 total players through the transfer portal, including one other offensive lineman, Marcellus Marshall (Central Florida). Related Articles College Sports | After ugly first half, Gophers pull away for a 74-60 win over Fairleigh Dickinson College Sports | Clock is ticking for Gophers men’s basketball to get season turned around College Sports | Would another long, cold winter of Gophers men’s basketball bring change? College Sports | Men’s basketball: Gophers can’t hang with Indiana in a 82-67 loss Monday College Sports | Gophers held down in 90-72 loss to Michigan State