Maryland Football: 2025 commit at No. 3 nationally in latest On300 rankings
The Maryland Terrapins football program is riding high after signing a Top 25 class in the 2025 recruiting cycle, instilling optimism for the future. Headlining the class is four-star quarterback Malik Washington, a standout talent expected to make an immediate impact. This impressive group, ranked No. 25 nationally and No. 8 in the Big Ten, reflects the growing success of the program in attracting top-tier recruits.
One of the key pieces of Maryland's 2025 class is interior offensive lineman Jaylen Gilchrist. Recently ranked as the No. 3 IOL in the nation, the Virginia native brings significant potential to the Terrapins' offensive line. Standing 6-foot-5 and weighing 305 pounds, Gilchrist is a formidable presence on the field. His decision to commit to Maryland is especially notable, considering the extensive offers he received from powerhouse programs such as Georgia, Alabama, and Florida State.
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Here's the scouting report on Gilchrist courtesy of On3's Charles Power:
"Nimble, physical offensive lineman who projects as a high-level presence along the interior. Measured at around 6-foot-4, 305 pounds with 33-inch arms and 10.5-inch hands. Lines up at left tackle for his high school. Could play at offensive tackle in college, but the long-term upside is along the interior. Shows light feet. Not labored in his movements. Coils and explodes into defenders to create a push. Gets low and drives upwards to uproot defensive linemen. Shows some hellacious flashes as a second-level blocker. Persistent when hunting down linebackers. Flashes the attitude you want to see along the offensive line. Tests as a solid athlete. May not have overwhelming traits like some highly-ranked peers, but is good across the board."
Gilchrist’s commitment highlights Maryland’s ability to compete with the nation’s elite programs for top recruits. With his addition to the roster, the Terrapins' offensive line looks poised for a significant upgrade in the coming seasons. This, combined with the other top recruits in the class, has Maryland fans excited about the direction of the football program.
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Christopher Breiler launched Winged Helmet Media and began covering the Michigan Football program in an unofficial capacity in 2017. He then joined Wolverine Digest as part of the FanNation network in 2021 as a contributing writer, where he served as both a writer and a photographer on game days. In 2024, he took over as the Managing Editor for Michigan Wolverines On SI. In January of 2025, he took over as Publisher for Maryland On SI. His love for Michigan Football brought him into the industry, and his passion for being a content creator has led to some amazing experiences along the way.