Three-star DT Abu Tarawallie commits to Minnesota

The No. 2-ranked recruit in the state of Minnesota

Last week was a big week of in-state commitments for the Golden Gophers but none bigger than the verbal pledge from defensive tackle Abu Tarawallie, the No. 2-ranked recruit in the state of Minnesota. The Osseo product committed to head coach P.J. Fleck and co. on Friday.

Get to know Abu Tarawallie

Height: 6’3”
Weight: 275

Power 5 Scholarship Offers: Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas State, Michigan State, Oklahoma, Penn State, and Wisconsin

247 Sports Composite Rating: .8719

Scouting Report

Tarawallie possesses a unique combination of size and athleticism you don’t often find in a defensive tackle. There is no question that he has the talent to be a difference maker, but there are questions about his durability. Tarawallie missed all of last season after tearing his meniscus, so his senior season will be an opportunity for him to prove he can stay healthy. He’ll also face stiffer competition at the college level, so we’ll have to wait and see how he fares. But make no mistake, this is a huge pick-up for defensive line coach Winston DeLattiboudere.

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