Gerrit DeWaard’s impressive size is hard to miss: standing at 6-foot-8 and weighing 290 pounds, this offensive tackle from Malcolm High School is quickly making a name for himself as a standout in the 2028 recruiting class. But it’s his fierce edge on the field that’s really catching the eye of college programs. DeWaard’s towering figure on the offensive line is complemented by his aggressive, physical style, providing noticeable intensity that sets him apart in games.
The Nebraska sophomore took a drive up to the Twin Cities this last weekend to check out the Golden Gophers, and he walked away with another Big Ten offer. He details the visit with 247Sports.
“I got to meet with all the great Minnesota staff and coaches, and then go to the spring game. Then after that, go tour some of the facilities,” DeWaard said to 247. “I talked a lot with offensive line coach Brian Callahan, and we spoke about development, and that’s really important to me because I want to be the best player I can be. And then also how I would fit into the program.”…