The news that former Alabama offensive coordinator and Maryland interim head coach Mike Locksley will be the new head coach at Maryland will surely impact the recruitment of prospects in the Washington D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area known as the DMV.

Some of the top prospects in that region give their reactions to the news.

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"Coach Locksley is a great hire for Maryland! His ties to the DMV and his recruiting ability makes him a no brainer for the job!" -Richie Bresee, Bryan's father

"That’s a great opportunity for him. He came to visit me last year when he was the OC at Alabama. He deserved the job."

“I wish the best for him. I just hope he capitalizes on the talent there and the talent coming in.”

“GOAT.”

“It’s good for Maryland and it doesn’t really change anything (for Harrison) because Maryland was never out of my recruitment, but at the same time it could help. Only time will tell.”

"Sure, I think it’s great for the program. Coach Locksley is a great recruiter and I think with UMD trying to keep kids at home it helps that he is head coach. Him also being at Bama for a while, he can bring in some things that he learned from (Nick) Saban and establish some of those things into UMD.“

“I’m thinks it’s a good move and I’m really happy for him. I think this is a sign that they are on the upswing.”

“Big hire, should shake up my recruitment lol.”

"I think it will be good to see change in their program and hopefully it will affect them positively and make them a more powerful team."

“I think it’s a good look for him.”