R. J. MarylandRussell James Maryland Jr. is an American college football tight end for the SMU Mustangs.Early lifeMaryland attended Carroll Senior High School in Southlake, Texas. He was rated as a three-star recruit and committed to play college football for the Boston College Eagles. However, Maryland later flipped his commitment to play for the SMU Mustangs.College careerAs a freshman in 2022, Maryland notched 28 receptions for 296 yards and two touchdowns. In 2023, he totaled 54 receptions for 518 yards and seven touchdowns, earning first-team all-American Athletic Conference honors. In the 2024 season opener, Maryland hauled in eight receptions for 162 yards and a touchdown in a win over Nevada, garnering ACC receiver of the week honors.Personal lifeMaryland is the son of former NFL defensive lineman Russell Maryland.