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NFL week 3

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Terps in the NFL: Week 3

Week 3 of the NFL season is a wrap, and several former Maryland Terrapins made their presence felt for their respective teams.

Here's a look at how they performed:
Offensive Standouts
  • Chig Okonkwo led the Titans in receiving with five catches for 66 yards.

  • DJ Moore, for the Bears, caught his first touchdown of the season and added three more receptions for 21 yards in a win over the Cowboys.

  • Stefon Diggs finished with three receptions for 23 yards for the Patriots. 
  • Tai Felton of the Minnesota Vikings hauled in the first reception of his NFL career and added a special teams tackle in the 48-10 win over the Bengals.
  • Ty Johnson rushed for 13 yards on three carries in the Bills win over the Dolphins. He also contributed on special teams.
Defensive Dominance
  • Jakorian Bennett totaled three tackles and a pass defended, plus a key block on a blocked kick return TD for the Eagles. 
  • Nick Cross recorded seven tackles (five solo) in a 41-20 win for the Colts over the Titans.
  • Sam Okuayinonu was a force on the defensive line, registering seven tackles (two solo) in the 49er's win over the Cardinals.
  • Deonte Banks recorded one tackle and a pass defended for the Giants. 
  • Tarheeb Still posted three tackles in the Charger's win over the Broncos.
  • Dante Trader logged three tackles (two solo) for the Dolphin's against the Bills.
  • Darnell Savage returned to the DMV, signing with the Washington Commanders.
Special Teams 
Full List of Terps in the NFL
OG Spencer Anderson Steelers (3rd year)
CB Deonte Banks Giants (3rd year)
CB Jakorian Bennett Eagles (3rd year)
S Beau Brade Giants (2nd year)
OL Corey Bullock Ravens (2nd year)
DT Byron Cowart Jets (5th year) - IR
S Nick Cross Colts (4th year)
WR Stefon Diggs Patriots (11th year)
WR Tai Felton Vikings (Rookie, 3rd round)
OT Delmar Glaze Raiders (2nd year)
LB Ruben Hyppolite II Bears (Rookie, 4th round)
RB Ty Johnson Bills (7th year)
WR Jeshaun Jones Vikings (2nd year) - PS
C Josh Kaltenberger Chargers (UFA) - PS
WR DJ Moore Bears (8th year)
DE Durell Nchami Colts (3rd year) - PS
TE Chig Okonkwo Titans (4th year)
DT Sam Okuayinonu 49ers (3rd year)
DT Jordan Phillips Dolphins (Rookie 5th round)
K Chad Ryland Cardinals (3rd year)
S Darnell Savage Commanders (7th year)
CB Tarheeb Still Chargers (2nd year)
S Dante Trader Jr. Dolphins (Rookie 5th round)
LB Josh Woods Falcons (7th year)
 
PS-Practice Squad | IR-Injured Reserve
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Players Mentioned

Tai Felton

#10 Tai Felton

WR
6' 2"
Senior
Ruben Hyppolite II

#4 Ruben Hyppolite II

LB
6' 0"
Senior
Jordan Phillips

#8 Jordan Phillips

DL
6' 3"
Redshirt Sophomore
Dante Trader Jr.

#12 Dante Trader Jr.

DB
5' 11"
Senior
Josh Kaltenberger

#70 Josh Kaltenberger

OL
6' 6"
Redshirt Senior

Players Mentioned

Tai Felton

#10 Tai Felton

6' 2"
Senior
WR
Ruben Hyppolite II

#4 Ruben Hyppolite II

6' 0"
Senior
LB
Jordan Phillips

#8 Jordan Phillips

6' 3"
Redshirt Sophomore
DL
Dante Trader Jr.

#12 Dante Trader Jr.

5' 11"
Senior
DB
Josh Kaltenberger

#70 Josh Kaltenberger

6' 6"
Redshirt Senior
OL