PISCATAWAY, N.J. -- When Maryland first started recruiting Washington (D.C.) Gonzaga 2018 three-star offensive tackle Aidan Rafferty, it was former offensive line coach Dave Borbely along with current Gonzaga blocker and Terps 2017 pledge, Johnny Jordan, leading the charge in the pursuit of the 6-foot-6, 285-pound local prospect.

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But now Rafferty has grown closest with Maryland’s new offensive line coach and former Terps blocker, Tyler Bowen, who he said reaches out regularly and is very relatable.