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  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: The Ohio State Buckeyes...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: The Ohio State Buckeyes run on to the field after defeating the Maryland Terrapins during overtime at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Michigan State running back Connor Heyward (11) runs for a...

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    Michigan State running back Connor Heyward (11) runs for a touchdown against Maryland's Isaiah Davis (22) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke (14) eludes Maryland's Antoine Brooks...

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    Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke (14) eludes Maryland's Antoine Brooks in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) poses for photographers...

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    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) poses for photographers with team mascot Brutus after an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Ohio State wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) reaches out to...

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    Ohio State wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) reaches out to catch a touchdown against Maryland defensive back RaVon Davis, right, during the second half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland defensive backs Antwaine Richardson, left, and Antoine Brooks Jr....

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    Maryland defensive backs Antwaine Richardson, left, and Antoine Brooks Jr. chase after Illinois running back Reggie Corbin as he rushes the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: J.K. Dobbins #2 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: J.K. Dobbins #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes scores a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Illinois wide receiver Trenard Davis (15) is unable to make...

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    Illinois wide receiver Trenard Davis (15) is unable to make a catch for a touchdown in the end zone in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill warms up before an NCAA college...

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    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill warms up before an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) rushes past a group...

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    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) rushes past a group of Illinois defenders for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland players huddle in the first half of an NCAA...

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    Maryland players huddle in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, right, runs past Texas defensive...

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    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, right, runs past Texas defensive back Brandon Jones for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of the Maryland Terrapins runs against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of the Maryland Terrapins runs against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Minnesota head coach P. J. Fleck, left, speaks with an...

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    Minnesota head coach P. J. Fleck, left, speaks with an official in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Chigoziem Okonkwo #17 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Chigoziem Okonkwo #17 of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates with Brendan Moore #64 of the Maryland Terrapins after scoring against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, at right in gray,...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, at right in gray, stands on the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, huddles with the...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, huddles with the team during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland offensive lineman Ellis McKennie (68) walks with teammate Taivon...

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    Maryland offensive lineman Ellis McKennie (68) walks with teammate Taivon Jacobs as he waves a flag in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, after an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. Maryland won 34-29. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill throws to a receiver in the...

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    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill throws to a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Rutgers punt returner Avery Young, left, tries to break free...

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    Rutgers punt returner Avery Young, left, tries to break free from Maryland long snapper Matt Oliveira in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland athletic director Damon Evans, left, speaks with University of...

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    Maryland athletic director Damon Evans, left, speaks with University of Maryland president Wallace Loh before an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Penn State's Miles Sanders (24) gets past Maryland's Darnell Savage...

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    Penn State's Miles Sanders (24) gets past Maryland's Darnell Savage Jr. (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Indiana defensive back Jaylin Williams (23) and defensive back Marcelino...

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    Indiana defensive back Jaylin Williams (23) and defensive back Marcelino Ball (42) battle to grab a pass intended for Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) carries the ball against...

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    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) carries the ball against Ohio State during the fourth quarter at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in overtime. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Ayinde Eley #16 and...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Ayinde Eley #16 and RaVon Davis #2 of the Maryland Terrapins dive after the fumble of J.K. Dobbins #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland wide receiver DJ Turner, right, rushes past Texas defensive...

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    Maryland wide receiver DJ Turner, right, rushes past Texas defensive lineman Malcolm Roach (32) and defensive back Kris Boyd (2) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes scores a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during overtime to win at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts to a sideline referee...

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    Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts to a sideline referee in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Maryland in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) reacts after scoring a touchdown...

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    Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) reacts after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Maryland in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz greets Maryland interim head coach...

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    Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz greets Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, right, before an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • Temple fullback Rob Ritrovato, center, celebrates his touchdown with teammates...

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    Temple fullback Rob Ritrovato, center, celebrates his touchdown with teammates in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II, center, looks for a receiver...

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    Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II, center, looks for a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada watches from the sideline...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada watches from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 23-0.

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his touchdown...

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    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his touchdown next to tight end Luke Farrell (89) and wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) during the overtime of an NCAA football game as Maryland defensive back Darnell Savage Jr. (4) looks on at left, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) scores a touchdown during...

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    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) scores a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA football game as Ohio State defensive tackle Taron Vincent (6) pursues, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland offensive lineman Sean Christie, right, tackles Texas punt returner...

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    Maryland offensive lineman Sean Christie, right, tackles Texas punt returner Brandon Jones in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) scores a touchdown during...

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    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) scores a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA football game as Ohio State defensive tackle Taron Vincent (6) pursues, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland players kneel and honor their deceased teammate Jordan McNair...

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    Maryland players kneel and honor their deceased teammate Jordan McNair (79) before an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Ohio State safety Brendon White (25) celebrates a missed pass...

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    Ohio State safety Brendon White (25) celebrates a missed pass on an attempted two-point conversion to Maryland's Jeshaun Jones (6) in overtime at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in OT. (Brooke LaValley/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, watches his team warm...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, watches his team warm up before playing Michigan State in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Maryland long snapper James Rosenberry, left, wears a helmet bearing...

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    Maryland long snapper James Rosenberry, left, wears a helmet bearing a sticker in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair (79), who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, before an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) makes a pass reception...

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    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) makes a pass reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) lies on the...

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    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) lies on the end zone after he scored a touchdown during overtime of an NCAA football game against Maryland linebacker Isaiah Davis (22), Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, left, rushes the ball against...

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    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, left, rushes the ball against a group of Illinois defenders in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) hands the ball off to...

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    Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) hands the ball off to Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) during the first half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) scores a touchdown...

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    Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) scores a touchdown in the first half against Maryland at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in overtime. (Brooke LaValley/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland's Ty Johnson (24) celebrates his 98-yard touchdown return against...

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    Maryland's Ty Johnson (24) celebrates his 98-yard touchdown return against Michigan in the first half of an NCAA football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) carries the ball...

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    Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) carries the ball against Maryland during the second quarter at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in overtime. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland, cneter, fumbles while being tackled...

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    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland, cneter, fumbles while being tackled by the Michigan State defense in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Maryland running back Talon Fleet-Davis (8) dives for a touchdown...

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    Maryland running back Talon Fleet-Davis (8) dives for a touchdown during overtime of an NCAA football game against Ohio State linebacker Tuf Borland (32), Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) fumbles the ball during the...

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    Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) fumbles the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa defensive end Anthony Nelson recovered the ball in the end zone for a touchdown. Iowa won 23-0.

  • Ohio State players run onto the field to celebrate after...

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    Ohio State players run onto the field to celebrate after an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) celebrates his touchdown with...

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    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Derwin Gray (55) and offensive lineman Spencer Anderson (54) during the first half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) looks for a hole in...

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    Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) looks for a hole in the Indiana defense as he runs the ball out of the backfield during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada speaks with players during...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada speaks with players during a timeout in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada walks on the field...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada walks on the field before an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill warms up before an NCAA college...

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    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill warms up before an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • Ohio State players run onto the field to celebrate after...

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    Ohio State players run onto the field to celebrate after an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada smiles during warmups before...

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    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada smiles during warmups before an NCAA football game against Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (5) rushes the ball...

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    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (5) rushes the ball up the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 34-32.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) hands the ball off to...

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    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) hands the ball off to running back Anthony McFarland (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his rushing...

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    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his rushing touchdown against Maryland during overtime at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in OT. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) watches the ball approach...

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    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) watches the ball approach as he's defended by Indiana defensive back Jaylin Williams (23) who breaks up the play during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Texas wide receiver Devin Duvernay scores a touchdown in the...

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    Texas wide receiver Devin Duvernay scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland punt returner Taivon Jacobs, right, rushes past Rutgers defenders...

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    Maryland punt returner Taivon Jacobs, right, rushes past Rutgers defenders Max Anthony, left, and Zihir Lacewell in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II walks off the field after...

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    Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II walks off the field after not being able to convert for a new set of downs in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland long snapper Matt Oliveira wears a helmet bearing a...

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    Maryland long snapper Matt Oliveira wears a helmet bearing a sticker in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair (79), who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, before an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland running back Tayon Fleet-Davis, left, catches a pass for...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland running back Tayon Fleet-Davis, left, catches a pass for a touchdown in front of Rutgers defensive back Damon Hayes in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Spectators hold signs in remembrance of Maryland offensive lineman Jordan...

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    Spectators hold signs in remembrance of Maryland offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, before an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Temple, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland tight end Avery Edwards, right, reaches but is unable...

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    Maryland tight end Avery Edwards, right, reaches but is unable to make a catch in front of Texas linebacker Gary Johnson in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes scores a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during overtime to win at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) checks over his shoulder...

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    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) checks over his shoulder for the Indiana defense as he rushes the ball into the end zone to score during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 34-32.

  • Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith, right, celebrates with teammates after...

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    Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith, right, celebrates with teammates after catching a 10-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Javon Leake #20 of...

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    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Javon Leake #20 of the Maryland Terrapins scores a touchdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell, center right, is unable to...

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    Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell, center right, is unable to hold onto a pass as he is tackled by Maryland defensive back Antwaine Richardson in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland offensive lineman Ellis McKennie waves a flag in remembrance...

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    Maryland offensive lineman Ellis McKennie waves a flag in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, after an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) lies on the...

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    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) lies on the end zone after he scored a touchdown during overtime of an NCAA football game against Maryland linebacker Isaiah Davis (22), Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland head coach Matt Canada, right, reacts during the second...

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    Maryland head coach Matt Canada, right, reacts during the second half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Penn State's Tommy Stevens (2) is chased down by Maryland's...

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    Penn State's Tommy Stevens (2) is chased down by Maryland's Jordan Mosley (18) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Pat Freiermuth #87 of...

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    STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Pat Freiermuth #87 of the Penn State Nittany Lions scores a touchdown in front of Jordan Mosley #18 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Beaver Stadium on November 24, 2018 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland, center, rumbles to the 1-yard...

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    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland, center, rumbles to the 1-yard line during overtime against Ohio State at Maryland Stadium on Saturday. McFarland had a terrific day, rushing for 298 yards and two touchdowns for the Terps. MUST CREDIT: Washington Post photo by Jonathan Newton ** Usable by LA, BS, CT, DP, FL, HC, MC, OS, SD, CGT and CCT **

  • Texas running back Daniel Young, left, takes a hand off...

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    Texas running back Daniel Young, left, takes a hand off from quarterback Sam Ehlinger in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger throws to a receiver during the...

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    Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger throws to a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Texas head coach Tom Herman walks on the sideline in...

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    Texas head coach Tom Herman walks on the sideline in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman, left, scores a touchdown in...

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    Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman, left, scores a touchdown in front of Maryland defensive back Tino Ellis in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Iowa defensive back Riley Moss, left, breaks up a pass...

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    Iowa defensive back Riley Moss, left, breaks up a pass intended for Maryland wide receiver Dontay Demus during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • Maryland tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo (17) tries to rush past...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo (17) tries to rush past Temple safety Rodney Williams in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, center, waits to huddle with teammates...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, center, waits to huddle with teammates in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Michigan wide receiver Ronnie Bell (8) makes a 22-yard touchdown...

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    Michigan wide receiver Ronnie Bell (8) makes a 22-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Maryland in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, left, talks with Maryland interim...

    Paul Sancya / AP

    Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, left, talks with Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada during warmups before an NCAA football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) waves to the...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) waves to the stands as he leaves the field after an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, in black, gathers with...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, in black, gathers with players during a timeout in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Temple, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland's Javon Leake (20) is tripped up by Penn State's...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Maryland's Javon Leake (20) is tripped up by Penn State's Kevin Givens (30) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) celebrates his touchdown with...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Derwin Gray (55) and offensive lineman Spencer Anderson (54) during the first half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Javon Leake #20 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Javon Leake #20 of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates with Derwin Gray #55 of the Maryland Terrapins after scoring a touchdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada watches in the first...

    Paul Sancya / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada watches in the first half of an NCAA football game against Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill throws to a receiver in the...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill throws to a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • A 2-point conversion attempt sails wide of Maryland wide receiver...

    Jonathan Newton / The Washington Post

    A 2-point conversion attempt sails wide of Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) in overtimeto seal the victory for Ohio State at Maryland Stadium on Saturday afternoon in College Park, Maryland. MUST CREDIT: Washington Post photo by Jonathan Newton ** Usable by LA, BS, CT, DP, FL, HC, MC, OS, SD, CGT and CCT **

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) grimaces as he is examined...

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    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) grimaces as he is examined by team trainers after an apparent injury during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates with Parris Campbell #21 of the Ohio State Buckeyes after scoring against the Maryland Terrapins during overtime at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) scores a touchdown against...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) scores a touchdown against Ohio State cornerback Kendall Sheffield (8) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland defensive back Antwaine Richardson (20) celebrates with teammates after...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland defensive back Antwaine Richardson (20) celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass attempt in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Jeshaun Jones #6 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Jeshaun Jones #6 of the Maryland Terrapins catches a touchdown over Kendall Sheffield #8 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: J.K. Dobbins #2 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: J.K. Dobbins #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes scores a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Minnesota quarterback Zack Annexstad, left, protects the ball as offensive...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Minnesota quarterback Zack Annexstad, left, protects the ball as offensive lineman Donnell Greene, second from right, tries to keep Maryland defensive lineman Jesse Aniebonam away in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, top left, stretches for...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, top left, stretches for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, front, dives for yardage...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, front, dives for yardage against Maryland linebacker Isaiah Davis (22) and linebacker Durell Nchami (30) during the first half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland defensive lineman Jesse Aniebonam (6) closes in on Indiana...

    Doug McSchooler / AP

    Maryland defensive lineman Jesse Aniebonam (6) closes in on Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey (12) as he throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 34-32.

  • Maryland players celebrate in front of Texas wide receiver Lil'Jordan...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland players celebrate in front of Texas wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey (84) after Maryland linebacker Tre Watson, second from right, intercepted a pass intended for Humphrey in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. Maryland won 34-29. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland's Brian Cobbs (15) catches a pass against Penn State...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Maryland's Brian Cobbs (15) catches a pass against Penn State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Jeshaun Jones #6 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Jeshaun Jones #6 of the Maryland Terrapins catches a touchdown over Kendall Sheffield #8 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) waves to the...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) waves to the stands as he leaves the field after an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Indiana running back Mike Majette (24) is brought down by...

    Doug McSchooler / AP

    Indiana running back Mike Majette (24) is brought down by Maryland defensive lineman Byron Cowart (9) as he rushes the ball into the Maryland secondary during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 34-32.

  • STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Micah Parsons #11 of...

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    STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Micah Parsons #11 of the Penn State Nittany Lions tackles Javon Leake #20 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Beaver Stadium on November 24, 2018 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Temple running back Ryquell Armstead rushes for a first down...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Temple running back Ryquell Armstead rushes for a first down in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Temple fullback Rob Ritrovato, center, rushes past Maryland defenders in...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Temple fullback Rob Ritrovato, center, rushes past Maryland defenders in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, huddles with players...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, huddles with players in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke, right, throws against the Maryland...

    Gary Cameron / AP

    Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke, right, throws against the Maryland defense in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Ohio State tight end Rashod Berry, right, tries to get...

    Kyle Robertson / TNS

    Ohio State tight end Rashod Berry, right, tries to get away from Maryland linebacker Nnamdi Egbuaba (31) after making a catch on fourth down in overtime at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in OT. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) drops back to pass during...

    Doug McSchooler / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) drops back to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley (9) looks to pass as...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley (9) looks to pass as Maryland's Tre Watson (33) applies the pressure during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is sacked by Iowa defensive...

    Charlie Neibergall / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is sacked by Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 23-0.

  • STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Tommy Stevens #2 of...

    Scott Taetsch / Getty Images

    STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Tommy Stevens #2 of the Penn State Nittany Lions rushes with the ball while being chased by Antoine Brooks Jr. #25 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Beaver Stadium on November 24, 2018 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake is tackled by Iowa defensive...

    Charlie Neibergall / AP

    Maryland running back Javon Leake is tackled by Iowa defensive back Jake Gervase (30) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 23-0.

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, directs his players...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, directs his players in the final moments of an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Penn State's Daniel George (86) leaps over Maryland's RaVon Davis...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Penn State's Daniel George (86) leaps over Maryland's RaVon Davis (2) after a catch during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley (9) runs in for a...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley (9) runs in for a touchdown in front of Maryland's Antwaine Richardson (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is hit by Indiana linebacker...

    Doug McSchooler / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is hit by Indiana linebacker Cam Jones (34), injuring his left leg on the play during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Ohio State wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) reaches out to...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) reaches out to catch a touchdown against Maryland defensive back RaVon Davis, right, during the second half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Ayinde Eley #16 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Ayinde Eley #16 of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates after recovering the fumble of J.K. Dobbins #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) walks off the field...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) walks off the field after being injured on a play in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Penn State's KJ Hamler (1) catches a pass in front...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Penn State's KJ Hamler (1) catches a pass in front of Maryland's Darnell Savage Jr. (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018.

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland is tacked by Iowa linebacker...

    Charlie Neibergall / AP

    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland is tacked by Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch (34) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • University of Maryland president Wallace Loh stands on the Maryland...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    University of Maryland president Wallace Loh stands on the Maryland sideline before an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Ohio State safety Brendon White (25) celebrates as Maryland's 2-point...

    Jonathan Newton / The Washington Post

    Ohio State safety Brendon White (25) celebrates as Maryland's 2-point conversion attempt fails in overtime on Saturday at Maryland Stadium. MUST CREDIT: Washington Post photo by Jonathan Newton ** Usable by LA, BS, CT, DP, FL, HC, MC, OS, SD, CGT and CCT **

  • Maryland defensive back Antoine Brooks Jr., left, intercepts a pass...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland defensive back Antoine Brooks Jr., left, intercepts a pass attempt intended for Texas wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey, right, in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. Maryland won 34-29. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, watches his team warm...

    Gary Cameron / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, watches his team warm up before an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Ricky Slade #4 of...

    Scott Taetsch / Getty Images

    STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Ricky Slade #4 of the Penn State Nittany Lions scores a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Beaver Stadium on November 24, 2018 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Penn State's Shaka Toney (18) blocks a pass by Maryland...

    Chris Knight / AP

    Penn State's Shaka Toney (18) blocks a pass by Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Penn State won 38-3.

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) fumbles the ball into...

    Kyle Robertson / TNS

    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) fumbles the ball into the end zone that Maryland tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo (17) recovers for a touchdown after being tackled by Ohio State linebacker Pete Werner (20) and safety Brendon White (25) during the fourth quarter at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in overtime. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada talks with officials during...

    Doug McSchooler / AP

    Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada talks with officials during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind.

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, right, looks back at Texas...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, right, looks back at Texas defensive back B.J. Foster as he runs for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • A cheerleader carries a Maryland flag across the field in...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    A cheerleader carries a Maryland flag across the field in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with Maryland interim head...

    Charlie Neibergall / AP

    Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, right, before an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is tackled by Michigan State's...

    Gary Cameron / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) is tackled by Michigan State's Kenny Willekes (48) and Brandon Bouyer-Randle (26) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Tyrrell Pigrome #3 of...

    Scott Taetsch / Getty Images

    STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 24: Tyrrell Pigrome #3 of the Maryland Terrapins attempts a pass against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the second half at Beaver Stadium on November 24, 2018 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland wide receiver Jahrvis Davenport scores a touchdown in the...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland wide receiver Jahrvis Davenport scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Johnnie Dixon #1 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Johnnie Dixon #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes makes a catch past RaVon Davis #2 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, right, fumbles as he is tackled...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, right, fumbles as he is tackled by Temple defensive tackle Michael Dogbe in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. Maryland recovered the ball on the play. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Temple running back Jeremy Jennings, right, rushes past Maryland defensive...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Temple running back Jeremy Jennings, right, rushes past Maryland defensive backs Antoine Brooks Jr., bottom left, and Darnell Savage Jr. in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, left, is sacked by Temple defensive...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill, left, is sacked by Temple defensive tackle Michael Dogbe, center, and defensive end Jimmy Hogan in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Michigan linebacker Khaleke Hudson (7) brings down Maryland quarterback Kasim...

    Paul Sancya / AP

    Michigan linebacker Khaleke Hudson (7) brings down Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) in the first half of an NCAA football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Former Baltimore Raven Ray Lewis, center, left, speaks with Under...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Former Baltimore Raven Ray Lewis, center, left, speaks with Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank on the Maryland sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Texas, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland wide receiver Darryl Jones (21) runs with the ball...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland wide receiver Darryl Jones (21) runs with the ball against Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette (3) during the second half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Texas wide receiver D'Shawn Jamison, left, rushes the ball past...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Texas wide receiver D'Shawn Jamison, left, rushes the ball past Maryland defensive lineman Byron Cowart (9) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) rushes for a 16-yard...

    Kyle Robertson / TNS

    Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) rushes for a 16-yard touchdown against Ohio State during the second quarter at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium in College Park, Md., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Ohio State won, 52-51, in overtime. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS **

  • Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his touchdown...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) celebrates his touchdown next to tight end Luke Farrell (89) and wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) during the overtime of an NCAA football game as Maryland defensive back Darnell Savage Jr. (4) looks on at left, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) scrambles from Maryland linebacker Mbi...

    Charlie Neibergall / AP

    Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) scrambles from Maryland linebacker Mbi Tanyi (50) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Iowa City, Iowa.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Interim head coach Matt...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Interim head coach Matt Canada of the Maryland Terrapins speaks to Tyrrell Pigrome #3 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Rutgers tight end Daevon Robinson, left, is unable to hold...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Rutgers tight end Daevon Robinson, left, is unable to hold onto a pass attempt as he is hit by Maryland linebacker Ayinde Eley in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • Maryland players kneel and honor their deceased teammate Jordan McNair...

    Gary Cameron / AP

    Maryland players kneel and honor their deceased teammate Jordan McNair (79) before the start of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Maryland defensive back Darnell Savage Jr. (4) intercepts a Michigan...

    Paul Sancya / AP

    Maryland defensive back Darnell Savage Jr. (4) intercepts a Michigan pass in the first half of an NCAA football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

  • Ohio State tight end Rashod Berry (13) stiff arms Maryland...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Ohio State tight end Rashod Berry (13) stiff arms Maryland linebacker Nnamdi Egbuaba (31) during the second half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Interim head coach Matt...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Interim head coach Matt Canada of the Maryland Terrapins reacts during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) recovers his fumble while being...

    Gary Cameron / AP

    Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill (11) recovers his fumble while being pursued by Michigan State's Kenny Willekes (48) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gary Cameron)

  • Maryland wide receiver DJ Turner, left, rushes past Minnesota defensive...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    Maryland wide receiver DJ Turner, left, rushes past Minnesota defensive back Antonio Shenault for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

  • Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) runs the ball against...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) runs the ball against Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett (92) during the first half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Also seen is Maryland offensive lineman Sean Christie (70). (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • A television cameraman films the first half of an NCAA...

    Patrick Semansky / AP

    A television cameraman films the first half of an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md.

  • COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of...

    Will Newton / Getty Images

    COLLEGE PARK, MD - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony McFarland #5 of the Maryland Terrapins is tackled by Jordan Fuller #4 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Capital One Field on November 17, 2018 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, CM - OUTS * NM, PH, VA if sourced by CT, LA or MoD **

  • Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) hands the ball off to...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) hands the ball off to Maryland running back Anthony McFarland (5) during the first half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) scores a touchdown against...

    Nick Wass / AP

    Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones (6) scores a touchdown against Ohio State cornerback Kendall Sheffield (8) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

  • Maryland offensive lineman Marcus Minor (72) screams in the tunnel...

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The self-proclaimed leader of #TheMovement will finally be playing his first game at Maryland Stadium.

The only problem, at least for those who were once overjoyed by his decision 3½ years ago to become a Terp, is that quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. will arrive for Saturday’s game with the rest of his Ohio State teammates.

Some of the edge might be off the homecoming, considering that it’s been so long since Haskins flipped his commitment after once saying, “It’s just like a marriage; you don’t get married to break up.”

Yet Haskins is certain to be reminded by the Maryland fans who show up for the team’s senior day about what happened after then-coach Randy Edsall was fired during the 2015 season and offensive coordinator Mike Locksley didn’t get the job.

And given the season the redshirt sophomore is having for the No. 10 Buckeyes, the Terps and their fans will likely be reminded of what might have been had the former Bullis School star followed through with his commitment to play at Maryland.

For his part, Haskins told reporters he isn’t thinking much about why he wound up in Columbus rather than College Park, trying to continue the tradition of playing for championships under Urban Meyer rather than helping rebuild under DJ Durkin.

“Right now I’m working on getting 20 tickets for the game,” Haskins said in an interview with Ohio State beat reporters Tuesday after practice. “Otherwise I haven’t put too much thought into going back home and playing.”

Asked how hard it was at the time to flip his commitment, Haskins said: “It was very hard just because of the relationships I built there at the university with the coaches, teachers, players and commits.

“But to be here and coming here to Ohio State has been a dream of mine since I was a little kid. To be here and see how great we’re doing now and to be a part of it and actually playing instead of watching like the last couple years, it’s been really cool. I don’t regret the decision to come.”

For its part, the Maryland defense will be trying to slow down Haskins in his pursuit of several Ohio State passing records and help the Terps pull off their biggest upset to date under interim coach Matt Canada to become bowl-eligible.

For Adam McLean, it’s a little more personal. The redshirt junior defensive tackle has long claimed that he was the one who came up with the idea of #TheMovement, the social media campaign to keep the local talent at home for the Terps.

“I came first, he was under me, I got him to come here,” McLean said with a smile after practice Tuesday. “But that’s my guy. I’m excited for him and happy for everything that he’s done at Ohio State. It should be a pretty good matchup.”

McLean said that he and Haskins have remained close friends and are still neighbors in Gaithersburg, communicating by text message and on social media. McLean is looking forward to another chance to play against Haskins.

The two were on the field briefly last season in Columbus, when Haskins was doing mop-up duty for starter J.T. Barrett in a 62-14 win for the Buckeyes and McLean was finally getting a chance to play for the Terps.

Asked what it will be like to face Haskins, McLean chuckled.

“It’ll be all right,” said McLean, who is coming off a strong performance against Indiana, including tipping a pass that was intercepted. “He’s a competitor, I’m a competitor. In the heat of the moment we’re both there to do our job and take care of business. But I think it’ll be fun.”

Said Haskins: “Even last year when we played them at home I had a few players talk smack to me just because of the relationship we had. It’ll be pretty cool to go against all the kids I knew from back home and went to camps together, and all the neighboring high schools and just how close we were at one point in time and how our paths have changed. It’ll be cool to play against them.”

Haskins is having a monster season for the Buckeyes. He is 51 yards from breaking Joe Germaine’s 20-year-old record of 3,300 passing yards and needs three touchdowns to surpass Barrett’s mark of 35 touchdowns, set last season.

“Being so close to all of these records is a blessing from God,” Haskins said. “The fact that I’m able to go and compete for these records is just a testament to the offense and the coaches and how great they are at game planning for us.”

But some of the luster has started to wear off.

Once touted as an early-season Heisman Trophy candidate, perhaps even a front-runner, Haskins has struggled of late, to the point where some Ohio State fans want to see his backup, redshirt freshman Tate Martell, get more snaps in the red zone.

The frustration began during a 49-20 loss at Purdue on Oct. 20 and continued when Haskins threw for season-lows of 252 yards and 227 yards the past two weeks in wins over Nebraska and Michigan State.

As the only team to have beaten Ohio State to date, the Boilermakers certainly provided even more of a blueprint on how to rattle Haskins than other teams that did it occasionally earlier this season.

“What we felt going into the game is that we had to create some pressure on him,” Purdue coach Jeff Brohm said during the Big Ten teleconference Tuesday. “You have to find ways to make him throw a couple [of interceptions]. You have to blitz, you max-blitz him.

“You have to bring it from the back side, the front side, up the middle. All those things have to happen, and when those things happen, you have to be able to cover some. To me if you let him stand back there and pick you apart, he will do that against every team he faces.”

Watching tape from that game, McLean took notice.

“Dwayne is definitely the kind of guy who likes to sit in the pocket and throw the ball,” McLean said. “He can use his legs, but he will throw it first. You definitely have to press the pocket, make him feel a little uncomfortable, make him throw those iffy passes and give our DBs a chance to make a play on the ball.”

Meyer said in the Big Ten teleconference that Haskins plays with a focus and a fearlessness needed for his position.

“Within two seconds you have to make sure the other 10 guys are lined up correctly, you have to understand everyone’s protection and everyone’s route and, by the way, you have 6-foot-4, 260-pound people trying to tear you apart and it all happens in 1.8 to 2.5 seconds,” Meyer said. “The thing that’s impressed me the most is that he’s been hit a few times and has delivered the ball, which is a sign of a very good quarterback.”

Meyer is not concerned with the way Haskins will respond under the spotlight of this much-anticipated homecoming, the coach’s confidence derived from the way he saw Haskins respond in last year’s Michigan game coming in for an injured Barrett and throughout this season.

Asked whether the amount of time since Haskins left Maryland should help reduce the nervousness, Meyer said: “I don’t think it’s nervousness. This is his 10th or 11th start, so I think it’s just pride and he loves that area. He knows a lot of those players, has a great respect for the quality team we’re getting ready to play.”

Given all that has transpired since the day he declared his love for being a Terp, #TheMovement is a memory. And not a pleasant one for Maryland. How much more unpleasant it becomes Saturday has a lot to do with the player who either started it or didn’t.