Maryland coach backs QB Malik Washington for program turnaround
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:22 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Maryland football coach Mike Locksley expressed optimism on July 30, 2026, regarding sophomore quarterback Malik Washington's potential to reverse the team's fortunes after consecutive 4-8 seasons. Locksley emphasized Washington's skills and leadership, indicating the need for a new direction for the Terps. With the program's struggles in recent years, Washington is expected to play a pivotal role in ensuring improvement and could be key to future success.
- •Mike Locksley coached Maryland to 4-8 seasons in the last two years.
- •Locksley believes Malik Washington can lead the team to improvement.
- •Washington is expected to take on a significant role in the offense.
- •The Terps look to change their trajectory this upcoming season.
- 7:06 PMESPN NCAAF — Pressured Terps coach leans on QB for revival
"After a pair of "humbling" 4-8 seasons, Maryland coach Mike Locksley expressed confidence that sophomore quarterback Malik Washington can change the direction of the program.
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