#53
Kellen McConnell
Returning to Maryland for 2026
R-Jr. · Kensington, MD → Bishop O'Connell
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Kellen McConnell
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Maryland
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Long snapper · Maryland
Returning around him
- 13% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- 1 Maryland player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -1 net (15 in / 16 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Maryland · Last season: 4-8 · Talent rank #52 · 2026 recruiting class #43
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #7644
Peaked at #7644 this season.
Background
As a Sophomore (2025): Did not appear in game action. Academic All-Big Ten selection. Named the Scout Team Special Teams Player of the Year at the year-end awards banquet. As a Freshman (2024): Did not appear in game action Before Maryland: Played long snapper, defensive end and linebacker in hig...