Akingbesote, a 6-foot-4, 270-pound prospect from Charles Herbert Flowers High School in Upper Marlboro, is a three-star recruit in the 247 Sports Composite rankings, but is rated a four-star by 247 Sports and ESPN. He is ranked the No. 20 defensive tackle in the Class of 2021 by the 247 Sports Composite rankings.
The Terps’ five top prospects in 2021 all play on the defensive line, led by Demeioun Robinson of Quince Orchard, the No. 58 overall recruit in the country.
Maryland’s 2021 class, which includes 15 commitments, 13 of which are from the D.