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Two Maryland Terps Earn Invites to 2026 NFL Combine
Offensive lineman Alan Herron and defensive back Jalen Huskey will showcase their talents in Indianapolis.
Feb. 24, 2026 at 1:35pm
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Two players from the University of Maryland, offensive lineman Alan Herron and defensive back Jalen Huskey, have earned invitations to the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The annual event allows top prospects to showcase their skills in front of NFL teams ahead of the upcoming draft.
Why it matters
Maryland has built a strong pipeline to the NFL in recent years, sending 18 players to the Combine over the last four cycles and having 13 players drafted since 2023. Herron and Huskey's invitations continue that trend and highlight the program's ability to develop NFL-caliber talent.
The details
Herron, a transfer who started all 12 games at right tackle in 2025, earned Honorable Mention All-Big Ten honors. He helped Maryland's offensive line allow just nine sacks, tied for fifth-fewest in the country. Huskey capped his Maryland career with a strong senior season, earning Second Team All-Big Ten recognition. The safety appeared in all 12 games with 11 starts, finishing with 72 tackles and four interceptions.
- The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will take place from February 23 through March 2 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
- Offensive linemen will work out on Sunday, March 1.
- Defensive backs will take the field on Friday, February 27.
The players
Alan Herron
A transfer offensive lineman who started all 24 games over his two seasons at Maryland, providing stability up front for the Terps.
Jalen Huskey
A senior defensive back who earned Second Team All-Big Ten recognition in 2025 after recording 72 tackles and four interceptions.
What’s next
The 2026 NFL Draft is set for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh, where Herron and Huskey will hope to hear their names called after their performances at the Combine.
The takeaway
Maryland's continued success in sending players to the NFL Combine and having them selected in the draft is a testament to the program's ability to develop top-tier talent and maintain a strong pipeline to the professional level.
