In the first edition of our Maryland football position previews, we spotlight the special teams unit. The Terps showcased a relatively solid performance in this area during the 2023 campaign, led by now-redshirt junior kicker Jack Howes and then-senior punter Colton Spangler.
Howes took over kicking duties from Chad Ryland, who was drafted in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, last year. Howes had a mostly successful season, making 68.4% of his field goal attempts, including 5-of-9 from 40 to 49 yards out, with his longest being 49 yards. He was 0 for 1 from beyond 50 yards.