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Markquese Bell is already part of Maryland football’s 2017 plans at safety

Profiles in Terpage is back for 2017. Last week, we focused on the cornerbacks; this week, we’re continuing through the secondary with Safeties Week.

Markquese Bell, S, No. 13

Height: 6’2
Weight: 208 pounds
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Bridgeton, New Jersey
High school: Bridgeton

How he got to College Park

Bell committed to Maryland during the Under Armour All-American Game, choosing the Terps over Rutgers, Clemson, Ohio State and Virginia Tech. He was the No. 6 athlete in the class of 2017 and the third-highest-rated recruit in Maryland’s freshman class, according to the 247 Sports Composite.