The Gophers wrapped up their spring period with their 2026 Maroon-Gold spring game on Saturday. It's a perfect time to take a closer look at a potential depth chart heading into the summer, so let's break down where things stand from a two-deep perspective.

Quarterback

Stater: Drake Lindsey

Backup: Max Shikenjanski

Dec 26, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Shikenjanski (6) against the New Mexico Lobos during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Lindsey heads into year two as Minnesota's starting quarterback, and it appears that Shikenjanski will back him up again. Minnesota added Liberty transfer Michael Merdinger in the offseason, but Shikenjanski impressed in the spring game. He finished 20 of 26 for 181 yards for one touchdown, proving that QB2 is clearly his job to lose.

Running back

Bell-cow: Darius Taylor

RB2: Grant Washington/Xavier Ford/Ryan Estrada

Change-of-pace/3rd-down: A.J.…