2028 four-star Tyrone Elee becomes Maryland football's second commit under Aazaar Abdul-Rahim

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After months of stagnant recruiting efforts, Maryland football now has two 2028 commits under interim head coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim.

2028 St. Frances (Md.) four-star defensive lineman Tyrone Elee has announced his commitment to Maryland over Georgia Tech, Michigan, LSU and Tennessee. Elee now joins three-star outside linebacker Kemontae Chaplin as early commits, giving Abdul-Rahim momentum during the coaching transition. Shortly after Elee committed, 2029 three-star safety Christopher Griffin announced his commitment while citing Abdul-Rahim.

Tyrone is also the younger brother of Maryland freshman Zion Elee, who leads all freshmen with six sacks in 2026. That marks a notable connection given it was Abdul-Rahim who spearheaded Zion's recruitment out of St. Frances Academy, giving Maryland a big piece that hoped to jumpstart the 2026 class. Though the prioritized top targets didn't follow Elee to College Park, Maryland's ability to consistently deliver on its NIL then freshman year development plan has consistently resonated with Elee's family. The trust and connection between the two loomed large, setting up the second commit within the week.

While Tyrone has made his way to campus for multiple visits throughout his high school career, the four-star's latest visit materialized for the Big Ten opener vs. UCLA.

Tyrone took a similar path as Zion in high school, beginning his career at Joppatowne before transferring to St. Frances in 2026 where he's set to play his final two seasons. The 6-foot-2, 250 pound defensive lineman has been a key part of the Panthers' defensive line in 2026 with the biggest test still ahead of them given the regular season finale vs. IMG Academy is set for Saturday night at Bowie State.

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