Maryland football defeats Purdue, ending 13-game Big Ten losing streak

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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Maryland football defeats Purdue, ending 13-game Big Ten losing streak
Summary

Maryland football secured a much-needed victory against Purdue on November 7, 2026, with a score of 34-29, marking the Terrapins' first Big Ten win since September 2025. The team, led by interim coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim, celebrated the end of a 13-game conference losing streak, with Abdul-Rahim being carried off the field by players after the win. The victory follows a tumultuous period for the program, as Abdul-Rahim stepped in after the departure of former coach Mike Locksley. Maryland's offensive performance was highlighted by scoring their most points in Big Ten play since November 2023. The Terrapins look to build on this momentum as they continue their season.

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  • •Maryland wins 34-29 against Purdue
  • •Victory ends 13-game Big Ten losing streak
  • •Interim coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim carried off the field
  • •First conference win since September 2025
  • •Terrapins scored most Big Ten points since November 2023
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  • 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Maryland carries off Aazaar Abdul-Rahim after snapping 13-game Big Ten skid
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A 13-game losing skid in the Big Ten is over for Maryland, and the Terrapins carried off interim head coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim following it.

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