The Gophers football program gained two more Super Bowl champions in Boye Mafe and Nick Kallerup contributing to the Seattle Seahawks’ 29-13 win over New England on Sunday in Santa Clara, Calif.
Minnesota last had former players active in a Super Bowl victory in 2021 when Antonie Winfield Jr., and Tyler Johnson were a part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ victory.
Mafe, who attended Hopkins High School, was credited with with one tackle and a quarterback hit in the big game. Kallerup, of Wayzata, has played on special teams and as an extra blocker on offense this season.
After the win, Mafe celebrated with a cigar and holding up the Nigerian flag in honor of his heritage.
New England had former U linebacker Jack Gibbens on defense and special teams in Super Bowl 60. The Bulverde, Texas, native was credited with four tackles in the loss, but also gave up a second-half touchdown.
The Gophers now have a total of 22 Super Bowl champions since 1967. The last was kicker Ryan Santoso in 2022; he was a member of the L.A. Rams’ practice squad.
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