Maryland Football Targets Local Talent in 2026 Recruiting Class
Maryland football, under the leadership of head coach Mike Locksley, is building momentum with six commitments in its 2026 recruiting class and aims to expand this roster in the coming weeks. The coaching staff is focusing on securing top-tier talent from the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area, a critical step in maintaining homegrown talent.
One standout prospect is rising edge rusher Tyson Harley from Gonzaga College High School in Washington, D.C. Recently, Harley announced his top five schools, which includes Maryland alongside Michigan State, Penn State, Rutgers, and Virginia Tech. The four-star recruit is currently ranked as the 345th-best player nationwide, the 31st-best edge rusher, and the second-best player from D.C., according to the Composite rankings.
Harley has an official visit planned to College Park on June 12, following visits to Rutgers on May 30, Michigan State on June 2, Penn State on June 6, and Virginia Tech on June 20. Maryland hopes to build on last year’s success, which saw the acquisition of four-star edge rusher Zahir Mathis and the commitment of five-star edge Zion Elee.
As the Terrapins prepare for another season in the competitive Big Ten, stacking talent at the edge rusher position remains a priority. The upcoming weeks will be crucial as Maryland looks to attract local recruits like Harley into the program while enhancing their roster for future success.
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