Labor Day weekend is celebrated as the last holiday of the summer and the beginning of the fall — which brings a new college football season.
Head coach Michael Locksley and Maryland football opened the season with a decisive 31-10 victory over Buffalo. Freshman running back Roman Hemby stole the show with seven carries for 114 yards and two touchdowns. Maryland junior wide receiver Rakim Jarrett hit the century mark with six receptions for 110 yards during the contest.
Big Ten teams went 11-2 this week, highlighted by statement victories and a few deflating losses. Here’s what stood out from this weekend.