Maryland football discusses preparations ahead of 2026 season kickoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Maryland football held its 2026 media day at SECU Stadium on August 6, with head coach Mike Locksley addressing the team's shift in mindset as they prepare for their first game on September 5. Locksley emphasized the importance of turning past losses into lessons for the young team, focusing on a more aggressive offensive strategy led by quarterback Malik Washington. Offensive coordinator Clint Trickett aims to improve the run game, which struggled last season, by leveraging Washington's abilities. The Terps are returning 71% of last season's production, building on a foundation of competitive play despite previous 4-8 records.
- •Maryland opens its season on September 5 against Hampton.
- •Locksley noted a focus on work over words during training.
- •The Terps averaged 4.1 yards per carry last season.
- •Trickett's previous team had a sixth-best rushing average in 2025.
- •Maryland returns 71% of its production from last year.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Takeaways from Maryland football’s 2026 media day
"HC Mike Locksley, OC Clint Trickett and DC Ted Monachino all took the podium with the Terps’ first game a month away.
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