Maryland football alum Alan Herron signed by New Orleans Saints as UDFA

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Alan Herron, a former Maryland football offensive tackle, has signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent. He previously played two seasons at Shorter University before transferring to Maryland, where he excelled as a starter.

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Alan Herron signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent.
He played two seasons at Shorter University before transferring to Maryland.
Herron started every game at right tackle for Maryland in his last two seasons.
Maryland allowed only nine sacks last season, with Herron responsible for three.
He participated in the NFL Scouting Combine and had visits with multiple teams.

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 01: Alan Herron of the Maryland Terrapins participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 01, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Maryland football has had another player find a home in the immediate aftermath of the draft. Offensive tackle Alan Herron has signed with the New Orleans Saints. The Westmoreland, Jamaica, native spent two seasons as a starter at Division II Shorter University before transferring to the Terps ahead of the 2024 season. He became the Terps’ starter at right tackle for every game across the last two seasons and was a stellar pass blocker for a line that had immense success last year. Maryland allowed only nine sacks on the year — although *Pro Football Focus* lists Herron as responsible for three of them. Another name has been added to the list of Maryland offensive linemen to receive opportunities at the game’s highest level. Delmar Glaze, Jaelyn Duncan and Spencer Anderson have all been drafted in the last four years, and worked his way up to the Ravens’ squad last season after going undrafted in 2024. Herron was invited to the official NFL Scouting Combine and took visits with the Falcons, Ravens and Redskins as well as the Saints before the draft. Now, he’ll have a chance to prove himself over the summer in the Pelican State.

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What are Alan Herron's achievements in college football?

Alan Herron was a two-year starter at Shorter University before transferring to Maryland, where he started every game at right tackle and was recognized for his pass-blocking skills.

Which NFL teams showed interest in Alan Herron before he signed with the Saints?

Before signing with the Saints, Alan Herron visited the Falcons, Ravens, and Redskins, in addition to the Saints.

How did Maryland football perform in terms of sacks allowed during Herron's tenure?

During Alan Herron's time at Maryland, the team allowed only nine sacks in the season, with Herron being responsible for three of them according to Pro Football Focus.

Maryland football alum Alan Herron signed by New Orleans Saints as UDFA

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