Lucas Tielsch is a three-star recruit from Copley, OH (No. 1,438 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Minnesota's 8 games this season.
Where Tielsch comes from
- Copley, OH
- Copley
- Copley is about 650 miles from Huntington Bank Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,438 in the 2026 class.
Where Tielsch fits
Minnesota lists 17 offensive linemen this season.
Minnesota offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 132nd in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Minnesota is 5-3. Next: vs UCLA, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Minnesota -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 132nd nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Minnesota has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 3 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2022. John Michael Schmitz was one of them, an All-American.
Joined Minnesota in 2026
- 2026 Minnesota FleckYear 1 · Games –
- High school CopleyAkron, OH · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,438 in the 2026 class. Signed with Minnesota.
2026
- Signed with MinnesotaThree-star, out of Copley
