Maryland defeats Connecticut 38-14 behind Malik Washington's two touchdowns

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Maryland defeats Connecticut 38-14 behind Malik Washington's two touchdowns
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Maryland moved to 2-0 on the season following a 38-14 victory over Connecticut on Saturday at Pratt and Whitney Stadium. The Terrapins overcame an early 7-0 deficit after Huskies quarterback Kalieb Osborne connected with JD Willoughby for a 36-yard score in the first quarter. Maryland quarterback Malik Washington led the response, completing 34-of-41 passes for 347 yards and two touchdowns. His performance included a streak of 18 consecutive completions. Maryland scored 38 unanswered points to secure the win, with Harry Dalton III adding two rushing touchdowns. The loss ended Connecticut’s nine-game home winning streak. Maryland returns to action against Virginia Tech next Saturday, while Connecticut travels to face Southern Mississippi.

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  • Maryland improved to 2-0 with a 38-14 win over Connecticut.
  • Malik Washington threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Chris Durr, Jr. recorded 103 receiving yards on 10 catches.
  • Connecticut's nine-game home winning streak ended with the loss.
  • Maryland hosts Virginia Tech next Saturday.
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  • 11:38 PMYahoo SportsUConn drops to Maryland 38-14
  • 11:12 PMYahoo SportsMalik Washington, Harry Dalton III lead Maryland to 38-14 win over UConn
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Maryland is benefiting from an up-tempo offense in 2026. The Terps scored 62 points in their season opening win over Hampton and scored 38 in a 38-14 win over Connecticut on Saturday in front of 34,494 fans at Pratt and Whitney Stadium. After the host Huskies took a 7-0 lead in the first quarter, the Terrapins (2-0) scored on six of their next eight drives with five touchdowns and a field goal to end the first half.

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The UConn Huskies (1-1) struggled to stay above water in their 38-14 loss to the Maryland Terrapins (2-0). Paving the way for Connecticut, quarterback Kalieb Osborne completed 10 of 21 (41.7%) passes for 156 yards and two touchdowns. Osborne also led with 62 rushing yards, while running back Kenji Christian posted 21 yards. In the […]

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