Rutgers Lands Maryland Transfer Cornerback Kevyn Humes

A conversation with NFL player Tre Avery helped guide Humes' decision to join the Scarlet Knights.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:04pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a defensive back in motion, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of crimson, navy, and gold colors representing the dynamic action of a football play.Rutgers' secondary gets a boost with the addition of cornerback Kevyn Humes, who cited the program's history of developing defensive backs as a key factor in his transfer decision.Boston Today

Kevyn Humes, a cornerback who spent the last two seasons at Maryland, has transferred to Rutgers football. Humes says a phone call with former Rutgers defensive back Tre Avery, now playing for the Cleveland Browns, was a major factor in his decision to join the Scarlet Knights.

Why it matters

Humes comes to Rutgers at a position of need for the program, and his arrival bolsters the Scarlet Knights' secondary. Head coach Greg Schiano has a strong track record of developing defensive backs, which was an appealing factor for Humes in his transfer decision.

The details

After originally committing to Boston College, Humes reopened his recruitment in the transfer portal and ultimately landed at Rutgers. The 23-tackle contributor from Maryland cited Schiano's history of success with defensive backs, as well as the influence of his conversation with Avery, as key reasons behind his choice.

  • Humes entered the transfer portal this offseason.
  • He originally committed to Boston College before reopening his recruitment.
  • Humes ultimately decided to transfer to Rutgers.

The players

Kevyn Humes

A cornerback who spent the last two seasons at Maryland and has now transferred to Rutgers.

Tre Avery

A former Rutgers defensive back who is now playing for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. Avery had a phone conversation with Humes that helped guide his transfer decision.

Greg Schiano

The head coach of the Rutgers football team, known for his success in developing defensive backs.

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What they’re saying

“The history of coach (Greg) Schiano and his history with my position, cornerbacks and defensive backs in general, he's a legend, especially coaching my position and his standard at Rutgers. I just want to put myself in the best position to reach the ultimate goals for the NFL.”

— Kevyn Humes, Rutgers Cornerback

“Tre told me how it built him into the pro he is now. We're both from around the same area and I feel as though we have a lot in common. I feel if he can make it, there's no reason I can't as well.”

— Kevyn Humes, Rutgers Cornerback

What’s next

Humes will join the Rutgers football team this spring and compete for a starting role in the Scarlet Knights' secondary.

The takeaway

Rutgers has added an experienced and talented cornerback in Kevyn Humes, who was swayed by the program's history of developing defensive backs and the influence of former Scarlet Knight Tre Avery. Humes' arrival bolsters a key position of need for the Rutgers football team.