Maryland suffers heavy loss to UCLA in Week 4 college football

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Maryland suffers heavy loss to UCLA in Week 4 college football
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Maryland football faced a harsh defeat against UCLA, losing 54-3 during their Big Ten opener on September 26. The Terrapins struggled throughout the game, with quarterback Malik Washington throwing four interceptions, including a disastrous pick-six. This loss marks Maryland's worst defeat since Mike Locksley took over as head coach in 2019. Meanwhile, USC fell to Oregon 41-27, plagued by a controversial hit and a lack of execution. The chaotic week also featured bizarre penalties and standout performances from players like Texas' Colin Simmons, who received an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after a sack.

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  • •Maryland loses 54-3 to UCLA in Big Ten opener on September 26.
  • •Malik Washington throws four interceptions in the game.
  • •USC loses 41-27 to Oregon, facing criticism for on-field behavior.
  • •Colin Simmons penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct after a sack.
  • •Week 4 features chaotic plays and surprising outcomes in college football.
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Mike Locksley and Shane Beamer can hear the clock ticking, while the final seconds got to Michigan this time.

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