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Five Head Coach Candidates Maryland Should Consider Hiring

Five Head Coach Candidates Maryland Should Consider Hiring

The time has come for a new era of Maryland Terrapins football. After a long wait, the program officially moved on from eighth year head coach Mike Locksley following a fifth straight loss - the first firing to occur this season.

Mike Locksley News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 23
What Mike Locksley's Departure Means For The Roster Of Maryland Football Next Year?

What Mike Locksley's Departure Means For The Roster Of Maryland Football Next Year?

The 2026-27 College Football season hasn't been kind to the Maryland Terrapins. It was a critical season for Mike Locksley and the program to put behind back-to-back 4-8 seasons and regain the fan base's confidence.

Mike Locksley News / A to Z Sports / October 22
Maryland’s Mike Locksley firing starts the college football coaching carousel, and 5 candidates deserve every AD’s attention

Maryland’s Mike Locksley firing starts the college football coaching carousel, and 5 candidates deserve every AD’s attention

The first opening of the cycle is official. Before more jobs come open, these names should be on every athletic director’s short list. The first college football coach of the season has finally been fired.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 22

IMG Academy Safety Charles Roberts Reaffirms Commitment to Maryland Football

Amid the structural shift in College Park following the midseason dismissal of head coach Mike Locksley, three-star safety Charles Roberts has shut down outside suitors by reaffirming his commitment to Maryland Football.

Mike Locksley News / ESPN / October 22

Locksley 'at peace' with Maryland firing, open to NFL, college OC jobs

Coach Mike Locksley says he's "at peace" with his firing by Maryland, telling ESPN that he's open to jobs in the NFL or offensive coordinator duties at a "championship" school.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 22
Why Charles Huff is the clear choice to be Maryland's next head coach

Why Charles Huff is the clear choice to be Maryland's next head coach

Maryland needs a head coach who can turn its potential into consistent results. Charles Huff should be the Terrapins' top target.

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Mike Locksley News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Maryland University Dispatches Cops on Their Own Students For Covering Mike Locksley’s Firing News

Maryland University Dispatches Cops on Their Own Students For Covering Mike Locksley’s Firing News

When a college football coach is fired, the announcement is only the beginning of the fallout. Players are left facing an uncertain future, fans are desperate for answers, and reporters race to understand what the decision means for everyone involved.

Mike Locksley News / EasySportz / October 21
Maryland Parts Ways With Mike Locksley After Disappointing Start to Season

Maryland Parts Ways With Mike Locksley After Disappointing Start to Season

The Maryland Terrapins are making a major change to their football program, parting ways with head coach Mike Locksley after a disappointing start to the 2026 season.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Brian Kelly has been linked to another college football job

Brian Kelly has been linked to another college football job

Could Brian Kelly be making a return to college football as a head coach? After the Maryland Terrapins parted ways with Mike Locksley on Wednesday, Kelly’s name surfaced as a candidate for the job.

Mike Locksley News / Trade Talk Sports / October 21
Mike Locksley Is Out at Maryland, but the Terrapins’ Problems Run Deeper

Mike Locksley Is Out at Maryland, but the Terrapins’ Problems Run Deeper

Sometimes, a coaching change is necessary. Sometimes, it’s a sign that a school has run out of patience. And sometimes, it leaves us wondering whether changing the person in charge will fix the problems that made the job so difficult in the first place.

Maryland Terrapins News / Yardbarker / October 21
Locksley era is over at Maryland as Terrapins make major move

Mike Locksley era is over at Maryland as Terrapins make major move

Since he took over in 2019, Locksley's teams have gone just 38-49.

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Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 19
How Maryland Basketball Stacks Up in the Big Ten Media Poll

How Maryland Basketball Stacks Up in the Big Ten Media Poll

Maryland enters the 2026–27 season ranked 11th in the Big Ten Media Poll, a placement that reflects both the struggles of last year and the optimism surrounding Buzz Williams’ second season in College Park.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 18
Terrapins Fire Defensive Coordinator Ted Monachino Midseason After 5-Game Tailspin

Terrapins Fire Defensive Coordinator Ted Monachino Midseason After 5-Game Tailspin

In a decisive move to halt an accelerating season breakdown, University of Maryland Head Coach Mike Locksley has relieved defensive coordinator Ted Monachino of his duties midway through the 2026 campaign.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 18
After An Homecoming Loss To Struggling Rutgers, Where Does Maryland Football Stand?

After An Homecoming Loss To Struggling Rutgers, Where Does Maryland Football Stand?

Apparently, if you're going to bet on two things in life, it's Maryland football losing to Rutgers and squandering a first-half lead. Yesterday, the Terps fell to Rutgers in their homecoming matchup, 37-30, before a lightly filled SECU crowd.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 17
Grading Maryland Football Position Groups Halfway Through 2026 Season

Grading Maryland Football Position Groups Halfway Through 2026 Season

The Maryland Terrapins have (mercifully) reached the halfway point of their 2026 football season, as they enter their Week 7 matchup against Rutgers with a 2-4 record and hope of a breakthrough campaign well out of reach.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 15
Rating Maryland Football Position Groups Halfway Through 2026 Season

Rating Maryland Football Position Groups Halfway Through 2026 Season

The Maryland Terrapins have (mercifully) reached the halfway point of their 2026 football season, as they enter their Week 7 matchup against Rutgers with a 2-4 record and hope of a breakthrough campaign well out of reach.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / October 14
Maryland Terrapins Baseball: 2027 Schedule Release and Season Outlook

Maryland Terrapins Baseball: 2027 Schedule Release and Season Outlook

The University of Maryland athletics department has officially unveiled the baseball team's 2027 schedule, setting the stage for an ambitious 56-game campaign.

Maryland Terrapins News / College Football News / October 2

Nebraska vs Maryland Prediction: The Quietly Disrespected Huskers

If you’re someone of a certain age, could you ever imagine Nebraska starting a season 4-0 and not be all that close to the top 25 in either of the major rankings?

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 18
Bill Belichick, North Carolina Tar Heels name starting QB

Bill Belichick, North Carolina Tar Heels name starting QB

Bill Belichick and the North Carolina Tar Heels have decided on the starting quarterback heading into the 2026 season.

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Maryland Terrapins News / Yardbarker / August 12
Maryland losing star DE Zahir Mathis to injury puts more pressure on historic recruit Zion Elee

Maryland losing star DE Zahir Mathis to injury puts more pressure on historic recruit Zion Elee

The Maryland Terrapins have suffered a huge loss before the 2026 season has seen one snap played. 

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College Football News / Yardbarker / July 17
Bill Belichick sends strong message about North Carolina football

Bill Belichick sends strong message about North Carolina football's progress

The North Carolina football team is entering a critical phase of growth under second-year head coach Bill Belichick. The legendary coach recently outlined the clear strides his program has made heading into the upcoming 2026 season after a challenging inaugural season at the helm in Chapel Hill.

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