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Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, the Big Ten's all-time passing yards leader, has opted out of the team's upcoming bowl game to prepare for the NFL draft. Tagovailoa broke multiple records during his time at Maryland and will be succeeded by redshirt sophomore Billy Edwards Jr. and redshirt freshman Cameron Edge in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Auburn.
Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, who had a record-breaking career at Maryland, will not play in the team's upcoming bowl game. Tagovailoa, who holds multiple program records, including career passing yards, completions, completion percentage, and passing touchdowns, is not considered a surefire NFL draft pick due to his size and decision-making. Maryland will also be without several other impact players in the Music City Bowl, and head coach Mike Locksley sees the game as an opportunity to evaluate the team's quarterback options for the future.
Maryland football will face Auburn in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Dec. 30. The game will be held at Nissan Stadium in Nashville and will air on ABC. Maryland head coach Mike Locksley expressed excitement about the opportunity to play against an SEC opponent and praised the Music City Bowl for selecting his team. This will be Maryland's third consecutive bowl appearance, and they will aim to win eight games in consecutive seasons for the first time in 20 years. Auburn ended the regular season with a 6-6 record, and the two teams have played three times before, with Auburn leading the series 2-1. Maryland's quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa plans to play in the bowl game, which will be his final performance in a Maryland uniform.
Auburn football and Maryland will face off in the 2023 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on December 30th. This will be the first meeting between the two teams in 40 years. Auburn finished the season with a 6-6 record, while Maryland finished with a 7-5 record. Key players to watch include Auburn's quarterback Payton Thorne and Maryland's quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa. This will be Auburn's third appearance in the Music City Bowl, while Maryland will be making their debut.