University of Minnesota Athletics
2026 Football Roster

Jersey Number 24
Chance Payne
- Position:
- DB
- Ht./Wt.:
- 5-10 / 180
- Hometown:
- Jefferson, Ga.
- High School:
- Jefferson
- Years in College / At Minnesota:
- 1 / 1
- Class:
- Freshman
| PRONUNCIATION |
HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Georgia • wore No. 6 for the Dragons and was coached by Travis Noland • named Preseason All-State and senior season is still ongoing • as a junior, recorded 60 tackles, two interceptions and five pass breakups as team played for a state title • named First Team All-Region twice in his career • consensus three-star recruit • ESPN ranked him as the No. 50 cornerback in the nation and as the No. 76 prospect in Georgia • also competed in basketball and track and field • member of the state runner-up 4x100 relay team.
PERSONAL: Son of Steve and Jessica Payne • has one sister (Skylar).
Barber & Maroney III Highlights
Thursday, January 29
Coach Fleck Postgame at Rate Bowl
Tuesday, January 06
Cinematic Recap: Gophers Win Ninth Straight Bowl
Friday, January 02
Anthony Smith - Rate Bowl
Monday, December 29

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