Maryland placed head football coach DJ Durkin on administrative leave after reports emerged of a toxic culture within the program that may have contributed to the death of offensive lineman Jordan McNair in June Time Sports
Maryland starts its investigation into football coach DJ Durkin’s team culture with the attorney representing the family of deceased lineman Jordan McNair calling for Durkin to be fired.
With 19 days left before Maryland opens the season at home against Texas, here is what you need to know about the accusations against Durkin, who was placed on administrative leave Saturday:
McNair family’s voice: Attorney Billy Murphy of Baltimore on Sunday told ESPN that McNair’s June death, due to heatstroke after conditioning drills, could have been prevented.