Maryland Terrapins Unveil New Faces for 2026 Spring Football Camp

Transfers and freshmen set to make an impact as Terps look to improve on offense and defense

Mar. 21, 2026 at 1:55pm

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The Maryland Terrapins football team is set to begin their annual spring training camp this Tuesday, March 24, with 26 new players on the roster. The team has brought in several transfers and early enrollee freshmen who are expected to compete for starting jobs and contribute immediately. The wide receiver, defensive line, and quarterback positions will be among the key areas to watch as the Terps look to build on last season.

Why it matters

Maryland is coming off a disappointing 2025 season and is hoping the influx of new talent, particularly at key positions like wide receiver and defensive line, will help the team take a step forward. The Terrapins had the second-worst rushing attack in the Big Ten last year, so the development of the running game will also be crucial. With several high-profile transfers and a highly touted freshman class, this spring camp will give fans a first look at the new-look Terps.

The details

On offense, Maryland has brought in three new wide receivers via the transfer portal - Na'eem Abdul-Rahim Gladding, Chris Durr Jr., and Ejani Shakir. They are expected to help replace the production lost from the departures of Shaleak Knotts, Jalil Farooq, and Octavian Smith Jr. Kaleb Webb, who transferred in before last season, is also in the mix for a starting job. In the backfield, DeJuan Williams is the top returning rusher, but the Terps also added USC transfer Harry Dalton III to compete for carries. On the offensive line, three starters return, including Isaiah Wright who was granted a medical redshirt. Tellek Lockette comes in from Texas State to replace the departed Aliou Bah at right guard. Defensively, the Terps have a lot of new faces on the defensive line, with six players competing for two starting spots. Eyan Thomas, Lavon Johnson, Derrick LeBlanc Jr., and twins Armon and Jayvon Parker headline that group.

  • Maryland's spring camp begins on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
  • The Terps' Pro Day is scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026.

The players

Mike Locksley

The head coach of the Maryland Terrapins football team.

Malik Washington

The Terrapins' starting quarterback, who must replace his top three wide receivers from last season.

DeJuan Williams

The top returning running back for Maryland, who averaged 3.9 yards per carry last season.

Eyan Thomas

A defensive lineman who earned starting time for the Terps down the stretch last season and is the early favorite to start at one of the two open spots on the D-line.

Zion Elee

A five-star freshman edge rusher who is the highest-rated football prospect to ever enroll at Maryland.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Terrapins will hold 15 full team practices over the next five weeks, culminating in their annual Pro Day on March 27. Fans and media will be watching closely to see how the new faces integrate with the returning starters and which players emerge as potential impact players for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

With a roster overhaul that includes several high-profile transfers and a talented freshman class, the Maryland Terrapins are hoping to turn the page on a disappointing 2025 campaign. The next five weeks of spring camp will be crucial as the team looks to establish new starters and build chemistry ahead of the fall season.