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Preston Howard returns to Maryland for final season after transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:40 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Preston Howard returns to Maryland for final season after transfer
Summary

Preston Howard, a redshirt senior, returns to Maryland after a stint at Auburn, where he struggled during the 2025 season. Howard initially left Maryland in December 2024 but has rejoined the Terrapins to provide leadership for a young tight end group. He caught 24 passes for 160 yards in 2024 and is expected to play a critical role in the upcoming season. His return reflects a larger trend in college football, with many players utilizing the transfer portal for second chances at their original schools.

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  • •Howard announced his return to Maryland on June 4, 2026.
  • •He initially entered the transfer portal in December 2024.
  • •Howard recorded 24 catches for 160 yards with Maryland in 2024.
  • •He spent the 2025 season at Auburn, finishing with 10 catches for 84 yards.
  • •Howard will lead a young tight end group in the 2026 season.
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  • 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I’m a Maryland guy through and through’: Homecoming for Preston Howard
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The redshirt senior returns to College Park ready to be an experienced leader for a young team.

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