Despite all its mistakes and missed opportunities, Maryland football had 99 yards in front of it to redefine its season. It gained three.
On a drive that began from the Terps’ own 1-yard line, it took only two plays seal Saturday’s result and erase a promising upset bid in their 31-24 loss to No. 3 Michigan (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten).
Colby McDonald started the series with a positive rush, but then disaster struck. Quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa dropped back, looking to cement his legacy with a heroic game-winning drive. Instead, facing pressure, he hurriedly panned to his right and dispensed of the ball.