Three Maryland football recruits decommit following coaching change
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Three recruits have decommitted from Maryland football in the wake of head coach Michael Locksley's dismissal. Following a 2-5 start, Locksley was fired, prompting recruits like Jerome Larue and Caleb Canty to reopen their commitments. This trend highlights the uncertainty surrounding Maryland's recruiting efforts as they seek a new coach. Some current prospects, including Mekhi Graham, are processing the changes while at least one, Mason McClure, remains committed to the program.
- •Michael Locksley was dismissed after a 2-5 start to the season.
- •Jerome Larue and Caleb Canty are among the recruits who decommitted.
- •Current prospects express uncertainty regarding their future with Maryland.
- •Mason McClure remains committed despite the coaching changes.
- •Maryland begins the search for a new head coach amidst these departures.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — MM 10.22: 3 Maryland football recruits announce decommitment
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