#8
Mekhai White
Returning to Maryland for 2026
R-Jr. · King George, VA → King George
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Mekhai White
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Career Arc
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Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Maryland
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Wide receiver · 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 #4219
Peaked at #4219 this season.
Background
As a Redshirt Freshman (2025): Saw action in 11 games, primarily on special teams. Made the switch from wide receiver to defensive back. As a Freshman (2024): Did not appear in game action. Before Maryland: Rated as the No. 7 overall prospect in the state of Virginia via 247 Sports Four-star recr...