In an exhilarating matchup on October 4, 2025, the Washington Huskies overcame a significant halftime deficit to secure a 24-20 victory against the Maryland Terrapins. This game took place at SECU Stadium, marking Maryland’s first loss of the season, as they fell to 4-1 overall and 1-1 in the Big Ten. Washington also improved to 4-1 and joined Maryland at 1-1 in conference play.
Game Recap
The Terrapins started strong, leveraging a solid defense and an effective offense to take an early lead. Maryland’s defense showcased its prowess by intercepting Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. early in the game. This turnover led to a 26-yard field goal by Sean O’Haire, giving the Terrapins a 3-0 advantage.
Maryland followed with a remarkable 16-play, 71-yard drive that culminated in a rushing touchdown by Malik Washington. By the end of the first quarter, Maryland was ahead 10-0.
Second Quarter Dominance
The second quarter saw the Terrapins extend their lead to 13-0 with another field goal from O’Haire. Maryland’s defense continued to stifle the Huskies, preventing any scoring and maintaining a stronghold until halftime. The Terps entered the break with a comfortable lead.
Second Half Shifts Momentum
The second half began with Maryland executing a 75-yard scoring drive, resulting in a two-yard touchdown pass from Malik Washington to AJ Szymanski. This pushed the Terrapins ahead 20-0 early in the third quarter. However, the Huskies finally got on the scoreboard with a field goal, narrowing the score to 20-3.
Fourth Quarter Comeback
In a dramatic fourth quarter, the Huskies made a remarkable comeback. They scored a touchdown early in the quarter, reducing Maryland’s lead to 20-10. Following another quick drive, Washington scored again, capturing the lead for the first time at 24-20 with just over three minutes remaining.
Maryland’s attempts to mount a comeback fell short, concluding the game with a final score of 24-20 in favor of Washington.
Key Player Performances
- Malik Washington (Maryland): Completed 30 passes for 219 yards and one touchdown.
- AJ Szymanski (Maryland): Caught one touchdown pass, marking a significant contribution to the team’s offense.
- Sean O’Haire (Maryland): Successfully kicked three field goals, helping keep Maryland in the lead.
Statistics and Records
Maryland’s defense achieved a remarkable feat by allowing only 10 points in the first half across their first five games, the lowest since at least 1996. Conversely, the Terrapins’ nine interceptions rank second nationally this season. The game drew a crowd of 46,185 fans at SECU Stadium, marking the first sellout since 2023.
Looking Ahead
Following this defeat, Maryland will have a chance to regroup as they prepare to face Nebraska on October 11, 2025. Head Coach Michael Locksley emphasized the need for resilience and learning from this experience as the Terrapins aim to get back on track.
