MM 6.19: Maryland football defensive back Dontay Joyner arrested on harassment charges

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Aug 30, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins defensive back Dontay Joyner (6) celebrates during the first half against the Florida Atlantic Owls at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Maryland football cornerback Dontay Joyner was arrested on harassment charges on June 11, multiple sources confirmed.

Joyner was booked by the Harford County Sheriff’s Office for telephone misuse and electronic communications harassment. He is currently being held without bond.

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Last season’s All-Big Ten honorable mention was a standout in the Terps’ secondary after transferring in from Arkansas State. Joyner posted a team-high eight pass breakups and snagged two interceptions, highlighted by a 67-yard pick-six against Nebraska.

The rising senior isn’t the first Maryland player to be charged; defensive lineman DD Holmes was arrested after driving under the influence in late September. 

Joyner’s arrest adds uncertainty to a Maryland defense that is looking to rebound after an injury-plagued 2025 campaign. The veteran cornerback was projected to be one of the unit’s top pieces this fall.

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Former Maryland football offensive tackle Gottlieb Ayedze signed with the Miami Dolphins.

Maryland baseball added pitching depth with Salisbury right-hander Aidan Brinsfield.

Former Maryland basketball forward Jalen Smith was selected into the Baltimore Catholic League Hall of Fame.

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