With just under two minutes remaining and USC set to kick a game-sealing field goal up six points, the unthinkable happened.
Maryland football linebacker Donnell Brown got his hands on the attempt, and the block was returned into USC territory by defensive back Glen Miller.
The Terps scored five plays, 47 yards and 48 seconds later to take an improbable lead with under a minute left. The advantage held for the remainder of the contest — despite Maryland’s various miscues, mistakes and gaffes, it eked out a season-saving 29-28 victory at SECU Stadium on Saturday night.
The early action was not characterized by stellar offensive performances, as both secondaries stepped up early.