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Five-Star Edge Zion Elee Signs With Maryland on National Signing Day

The five-star edge becomes Maryland's highest-rated 247Sports-era signee, shifting attention to how his arrival could reshape the pass-rush rotation.

St. Frances’ Zion Elee celebrates his touchdown against Hewlett Sports Academy in the first half of a high school football game at the Under Armour Stadium. (Kim Hairston/staff).
St. Frances Academy coach Messay Hailemariam talks about defensive end Zion Elee after he officially signed his letter of intent to play for the University of Maryland. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)

Overview

  • Elee signed his national letter of intent at Baltimore’s St. Frances Academy, finalizing his long-standing pledge to the Terps.
  • Elee is ranked No. 5 overall and the top EDGE in the 2026 class by the 247Sports Composite, making him Maryland’s highest-rated signee in the service’s era.
  • Maryland completed a 16-player 2026 class with a heavy DMV footprint and a notable flip in wide receiver Josiah Teasley from Virginia.
  • Published class rankings conflicted, with reports citing No. 46 nationally by 247Sports in one account and No. 26 in another, reflecting volatile methodologies.
  • Analysts expect Elee to compete immediately alongside young ends Zahir Mathis and Sidney Stewart, with portal decisions and rotation roles viewed as key next steps.