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If Maryland turns season around, it started with ‘gutsy calls’ vs. USC

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The Terrapins’ late two-point conversion and fourth down success helped them get back on the path toward bowl eligibility ahead of Saturday’s game at Minnesota.

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Maryland quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. passed for a career-high 373 yards Saturday against USC. (Graeme Sloan for The Washington Post)

October 24, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. EDT

After directing an improbable come-from-behind win against Southern California on Saturday night, Maryland quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. walked to a lectern to address reporters, took a breath and smiled subtly. His opening remarks underscored a combination of relief and elation from the 29-28 result the Terrapins hope will be a starting point as they try to rescue a season that had been careening in the wrong direction.