Maryland’s win over USC was the program’s first Big Ten victory of the fall. Could it kick-start a strong finish to the season?

Maryland football hit arguably its lowest point under head coach Michael Locksley when Northwestern demolished the Terps at home, 37-10. Just one week later, Locksley helped deliver what may be the signature win of his tenure to this point over USC,

They’ve watched countless defeats to superior opponents and futile comeback efforts over the years. They saw two dispiriting home losses this season. So when Maryland stormed back from a 14-point deficit to beat USC, 29-28, elated fans poured onto SECU Stadium field.