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Defensive back Beau Brade (2)
Maryland Football vs. Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. 
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Beau Brade leaves Maryland after helping forge its culture
Brade leaves after the Terps’ third straight bowl game victory, as a defensive stalwart and program leader.
Maryland's Beau Brade could go from the late second round to the fourth round of the NFL draft, according to agents he's consulted.
Terps safety Beau Brade says he will enter NFL draft
Brade’s decision caps his four-year stint with the Terps, one that ended with a 31-13 win over Auburn in the Music City Bowl, the team’s third consecutive bowl win.
Billy Edwards Jr., in action against Indiana during the 2022 season, will split time at quarterback for Maryland in the Music City Bowl, coach Michael Locksley said.
What to watch for in Maryland’s bowl game against Auburn
Keep an eye out for the early stages of a quarterback competition, headset communication and emerging players.
Deion Sanders led Colorado to a 4-8 record in his first season. The Buffaloes were 1-11 in 2022.
After reported flirtation with Maryland, top OT Jordan Seaton commits to Colorado
Seaton committed to the Buffaloes on “Undisputed” in early December but took a visit to Maryland last weekend.
For the second time in three recruiting classes, Maryland coach Michael Locksley had success flipping a player who had committed to South Carolina.
Terps needle Gamecocks, strengthen offensive line with 2024 class
Maryland under Michael Locksley prioritizes recruiting and developing high schoolers. This year’s class reaffirms that commitment.
University of Maryland’s QB #3 Taulia Tagovailoa during a 38-6 victory over Towson University in September 2023.
Maryland QB Taulia Tagovailoa opts out of Music City Bowl
Tagovailoa ends his collegiate career as the Terps’ leader in most passing statistics and the Big Ten’s leader in passing yards.
Corey Dyches finished among the top four Big Ten tight ends in receiving yardage both of the last two seasons.
Maryland football transfer portal tracker
The Terps' roster is changing as players come and go. Here's where they are.
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 23: Taulia Tagovailoa, #3 of the Maryland Terrapins, looks to pass in the second quarter of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium on Sept. 23, 2023 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)
The Terps have a good pitch to quarterbacks in the transfer portal
Maryland will need to replace starter Taulia Tagovailoa and will likely turn to an experienced option.
Julian Reese of Maryland grabs a rebound during the second half of the Terps' win over Penn State on Wednesday night.
Julian Reese leads Maryland, on and off the court, to its first Big Ten win
Reese played a career-high 42 minutes, scoring 24 points and nabbing 15 rebounds, in an 81-75 overtime victory.
Maryland linebacker Jaishawn Barham had 37 tackles, three sacks and an interception this season.
St. Frances alum, Terps linebacker Jaishawn Barham to enter transfer portal
The top recruits in each of Maryland’s last three recruiting classes — Chop Robinson, Barham and Rico Walker — have all transferred.
Coach Michael Locksley (left) and Terrapins players accept the trophy after beating N.C. State in the Duke's Mayo Bowl last season.
Maryland to play Auburn in Music City Bowl
The Terps (7-5) will search for their third straight bowl victory — a program first.
St. Frances quarterback Michael Van Buren is a four-start recruit with a number of options after he withdrew his commitment to attend Oregon.
St. Frances quarterback Michael Van Buren decommits from Oregon
Van Buren had been committed to the Ducks since May and chose them over Alabama, Michigan, Penn State, Maryland, Tennessee, Miami, Oklahoma and others.
Wide receiver Tai Felton reaches for a pass during Maryland's loss at Ohio State.
The Terps’ 2023 season keeps them on a path to future success
A seven-win regular season may not feel like much, but it validated coach Michael Locksley’s roster-building plan and solidified Maryland’s place above the Big Ten’s cellar.
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Head coach Kevin Willard of the Maryland Terrapins watches the game in the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Xfinity Center on February 16, 2023 in College Park, Maryland.
3 takeaways from Maryland men’s basketball’s nonconference play
Let’s take a look at what we know about the Terps after their turbulent first seven games.
Senior quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa said he will likely play in Maryland's bowl game.
Taulia Tagovailoa leaves his own mark in Big Ten record book
"It was awesome for us seniors that we can end the regular season the right way,” Tagovailoa said.

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