Nebraska and Maryland college football matchup

Overview

The Nebraska Huskers hosted the Maryland Terrapins for a homecoming game. Entering the matchup with a 4-0 record, Nebraska sought to maintain momentum against a Maryland team that had won the previous three meetings between the programs.

Nebraska secured a 48-23 victory, improving their season record to 5-0 and their Big Ten record to 2-0. This victory marks the program’s first 5-0 start since 2016. Although Nebraska trailed early in the game, they executed a significant scoring run to seal the win. The game was influenced by three interceptions thrown by Maryland quarterback Malik Washington, including a pivotal 81-yard interception return for a touchdown by Dwayne McDougle III.

The matchup was marked by officiating controversy, with both teams combining for 28 penalties totaling 247 yards. Nebraska’s defense improved significantly in the second half, limiting Maryland to just 18 rushing yards. Maryland struggled with efficiency, converting only one of 14 third downs. Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea contributed 238 passing yards and three touchdowns, while also recording 108 rushing yards. The loss brought Maryland to a 2-3 record.

Following this victory, Nebraska is scheduled to face the Indiana Hoosiers on October 10, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. Indiana also enters that matchup with a 5-0 record.

Entities

Anthony Colandrea · Maryland Terrapins · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Memorial Stadium · Matt Rhule

Timeline

1 day ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Nebraska Cornhuskers move to 5-0 after comeback win over Maryland
Nebraska football moved to 5-0 following a 48-23 comeback win over Maryland, marked by a 34-0 scoring run and significant officiating controversy.
2 days ago

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Nebraska defeats Maryland 48-23 behind McDougle interception return
Nebraska defeated Maryland 48-23, fueled by an 81-yard interception return by Dwayne McDougle III and a strong performance from quarterback Anthony Colandrea.
7 days ago

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Nebraska Huskers host Maryland Terrapins for Homecoming Game
The 4-0 Nebraska Huskers host the Maryland Terrapins for their 2026 Homecoming Game, seeking to maintain momentum in Big Ten play following a strong performance against Michigan State.

Sources

digitalchew.com · hurrdatsports.com · huskers.com · newsday.com · si.com · sportschatplace.com · winnipegfreepress.com · yourNEWS.com

This summary has been updated 2 times: see revision history