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Maryland Terrapins have secured a commitment from Zion Elee, the nation's top 2026 recruit, who chose to stay local over offers from major programs like Oregon and Penn State. Elee, a five-star edge rusher from Baltimore's St. Frances, cited strong connections with Maryland's coaching staff as a key factor in his decision. He becomes the fourth commit for head coach Mike Locksley in the 2026 recruiting cycle.
The Oregon Ducks, undefeated this season, face the Maryland Terrapins, who are 4-4, with three key strategies for victory: shutting down Maryland's leading Big Ten passing game, exploiting Maryland's weak pass defense, and protecting the ball to avoid turnovers. Oregon's defense must contain Maryland's top receiver, Tai Felton, while their offense, led by Dillon Gabriel, should capitalize on Maryland's defensive vulnerabilities. Maintaining ball security will be crucial to securing their 10th win of the season.
No. 3 Iowa WBB will face off against Maryland Terrapins in a game that could potentially break Iowa's losing streak at the XFINITY Center. Despite Maryland's recent struggles and key player absences, Iowa will need to contend with Maryland's fast-paced offensive style and work to overcome their historical difficulties at the XFINITY Center.
Taulia Tagovailoa, the younger brother of NFL quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, has entered the transfer portal after four years at the University of Maryland, seeking a potential sixth year of eligibility. His eligibility for 2024 is uncertain due to his initial year at Alabama, where he played five games, potentially affecting his redshirt status. During his time at Maryland, Tagovailoa set a school record for passing yards in a single season and led the team to three consecutive bowl appearances.
Purdue basketball avenged a previous loss to Maryland with a decisive 67-53 road victory, led by standout performances from Zach Edey and Lance Jones. Edey's double-double and Jones' second-half surge were pivotal in establishing a nearly 20-point lead. Purdue's defense executed Coach Painter's game plan effectively, especially from the three-point line, where Maryland struggled. The win was not just about conference standings or tournament seeding, but also about revenge and proving the team's growth since last season. Purdue now looks ahead to their next game against the 9th ranked Fighting Illini.
Auburn Football experienced a significant first-quarter collapse against the Maryland Terrapins during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, resulting in a 31-13 loss. Despite winning the coin toss and opting to defer, Auburn quickly found themselves down by 21 points due to Maryland's effective offense led by quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. Auburn's offense struggled to respond, going three-and-out in their initial drives and failing to capitalize on a fake punt. Defensive absences due to opt-outs for the NFL Draft contributed to the Tigers' early defensive struggles, although they improved in the second half. However, the early deficit proved too much to overcome, highlighting the importance of readiness and execution from the start of the game.