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The 2026 Florida high school football season is poised to deliver another round of drama, as the FHSAA introduces an eight‑team Open Division playoff bracket and St. Thomas Aquinas eyes a record eighth straight title.
Eight new pledges, including unrated lineman Abdus Kone and three‑star back Terrance Grant Jr., signal a aggressive recruiting push, while other Terps athletes shine in national trials and NCAA regionals.
Recent verbal pledges from offensive linemen and a quarterback, along with visits and regional athlete performances, highlight Maryland’s active recruiting and scheduling moves.
Maryland’s football program continues to expand its footprint in Texas, landing interior lineman Abdus Kone, a 6‑foot‑6, 312‑pound prospect, to round out a class that already boasts eight commitments and a top‑50 national ranking.
Terrance Grant, a top‑ranked running back from DeMatha, announced his commitment to Maryland, highlighting a recruiting surge that includes multiple elite prospects and signals a strategic push for the program.
The upcoming spring schedule features a host of jamborees and exhibition games that highlight emerging talent, with key matchups and standout players set to shape the 2026 season.