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Get to Know: Dontay Demus Jr.

Wide receiver Dontay Demus Jr. had a sensational sophomore season in 2019, tallying 41 receptions for 625 yards and six touchdowns. Demus' six touchdowns were the most by a Maryland sophomore since DJ Moore in 2016. The Washington D.C. native has caught a pass in 15 straight games and has two 100-yard receiving days. Through two seasons as a Terp, Demus has accumulated 903 yards on 54 receptions. UMTerps.com caught up with Demus as he prepares for the 2020 season. 

What is your favorite part about Maryland
Our team. We all work so hard and do something that we love. I'm just happy to be a Terp. 
 
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What is your favorite part of gameday?  
The hype of running out of the tunnel with my team and knowing we're about to go to work.
What are the last thoughts going through your head as you're about to run out of the tunnel?
"Let's go." Everything that you've put in as far as preparation during the week with meetings and everything, it's time to show what you learned.
 
Best place to eat in College Park?
Marathon Deli 
Cook or Clean?
I'd rather clean. You can mess up when you cook but you can't when you clean.  
Instagram or Snapchat?
Instagram. You can see and do a lot more.
Late to bed or early to rise?
Early to rise.
Bucket list sporting event to attend?
To see Lebron play in the NBA finals.
Ultimate football goal?
To play at the next level and to say I accomplished my goal and made my mom proud.
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Dontay Demus Jr.

#7 Dontay Demus Jr.

WR
6' 3"
Junior

Players Mentioned

Dontay Demus Jr.

#7 Dontay Demus Jr.

6' 3"
Junior
WR