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Maryland football secured a 27-10 win over Wisconsin, highlighted by strong special teams plays, a dominant defensive effort that shut out the Badgers in the first half, and a solid performance from quarterback Malik Washington, showcasing the team's growth and promising future.
The Miami Dolphins concluded their 2025 preseason with a 14-6 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, highlighting standout performances from Malik Washington, Tahj Washington, Ollie Gordon II, and rookie QB Quinn Ewers, while facing issues with run defense, offensive line, and linebacker Channing Tindall, who may be on his way out.
The Miami Dolphins have released veteran wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who signed a one-year deal with the team in May 2024. Beckham, 32, struggled to make an impact, catching only nine passes for 55 yards in nine games. His release comes as the Dolphins look to capitalize on the emergence of rookie Malik Washington, who has shown promise with similar stats to Beckham. The move also allows Miami to potentially make room for returning players like linebackers Cameron Goode and Bradley Chubb.
The second practice leading up to the 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl showcased standout performances from Virginia receiver Malik Washington and CFL player Qwan'tez Stiggers, who continues to impress scouts. Texas Tech safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson also made an impact with a Pick-6, while Colorado State edge defender Mohamed Kamara and Penn State center Hunter Nourzad stood out for the East team. The practice highlighted the talent of small school players and set the stage for continued evaluation as the event progresses.
Day 1 of Shrine Bowl practices saw standout performances from players like Xavier Thomas, who impressed with his disruptive play as an EDGE from Clemson, and the Washington brothers, Malik and Tahj, who showcased their skills as wide receivers for the West Team. Christian Mahogany, an offensive guard from Boston College, also made a strong impression with his powerful performance. Other notable mentions include Mason McCormick, Isaac Guerendo, and Jaylen Key, who all displayed promising abilities during the practices.
The 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl practices kicked off with Boston College guard Christian Mahogany and Virginia receiver Malik Washington standing out in the East and West team practices, respectively. Mahogany showcased his talent and physicality, while Washington impressed with his receiving skills. Other notable performances included Oregon State running back Deshaun Fenwick, USC's Tahj Washington, and South Dakota State guard Mason McCormick. The event also featured an "All Name Team" showdown with Steele Chambers covering Frank Gore Jr., who was in attendance to watch his son practice.
The Virginia Cavaliers secured a 30-27 victory over the Duke Blue Devils in a hard-fought game. Malik Washington continued his stellar season, setting school receiving records, while defensive playmakers Jonas Sanker and Caleb Hardy stood out. Inconsistent officiating frustrated both teams, and Anthony Colandrea had his best performance as the Cavaliers' quarterback. Despite their imperfect record, the team's heart and energy give hope for a strong finish to the season.