UMass picked up a commitment from a highly touted Maryland receiver.

Brennon Dingle

Brennon Dingle, a three-star prospect from Perry Hall High School, verbally committed to the Minutemen on Sunday, according to a Maroon Musket source. Dingle confirmed his commitment during a brief interview.

"The coaching staff made me feel special. They made me feel like I was wanted and needed on the team," he said.

He said running backs coach Darrius Smith has been in charge of his recruitment.

Dingle said he is ready to compete for playing time right away.

"I will go in ready to compete every day until I'm in the first spot," he said. "I love competing its makes everything better and creates a better player."

When asked what to expect from him on Saturday, Dingle said: "Someone who competes every down - and big plays."

The 5-foot-10, 170-pound prospect is currently the top-rated recruit in the 2016 class. Dingle is considered the No. 117 receiver in the nation and one of the top 25 recruits in the state. He also holds an offer from Maryland.

Dingle mentioned the commitment on Twitter and said that after a "long top with my family and especially my father about schools and narrowing them down, I'm very blessed and thankful to be finally committed to the University of Massachusetts."

He received a verbal offer from the Minutemen in late July.

(hudl)