#52
Deron McLaughlin
Returning to UConn for 2026
Park Ridge, NJ → Park Ridge HS
via uconnhuskies.com ↗Deron McLaughlin
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Jason Candle
How he plays
2026 Outlook
UConn
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · UConn
Returning around him
- 68% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 1 UConn player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: +8 net (53 in / 45 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
UConn · Last season: 9-4 · Talent rank #97 · 2026 recruiting class #110
Background
2025 (R-Freshman Season): Appeared in three games ... Saw action vs. Army West Point on Dec. 27, 2025, at Fenway Park in Boston… Played in home wins over CCSU (Aug. 30) and FIU (Oct. 4). 2024 (Freshman Season): Did not see game action. HIGH SCHOOL: Finished his high school career playing for head...
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