Josh Jackson
FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Maryland running back Jake Funk runs with the ball against Howard during the second half of an NCAA college football game in College Park, Md. Funk and Tayon Fleet-Davis will likely receive the brunt of the carries, at least at the season's outset. Fleet-Davis, a senior, has 589 yards in offense and 10 touchdowns. Funk has 31 games of experience despite missing the final nine games in 2019 with a knee injury. Moreover, as Locksley enters his second season as the helm, he deals with quarterback Josh Jackson opting out of the 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic and Tyrrell Pigrome has transferred to Western Kentucky. Alabama transfer Taulia Tagovailoa and redshirt freshman Lance Legendre have been competing for the starting spot this fall. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Maryland, Locksley seek stability at QB for 2020 and beyond

By David Ginsburg Oct. 14, 2020 01:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, file photo, Maryland quarterback Josh Jackson (17) warms up prior to an NCAA college football game against Nebraska in College Park, Md. Maryland senior quarterback Josh Jackson has opted out of the upcoming football season, leaving the Terrapins with very little depth and experience at the pivotal position. Jackson is the most prominent of six Maryland players who have decided not to play in 2020 for reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic, coach Michael Locksley said during a teleconference Friday, Aug. 7, 2020. (AP Photo/Will Newton, FIle)
Maryland QB Josh Jackson opts out, along with 5 others

By David Ginsburg Aug. 07, 2020 12:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 21, 2015, file photo, Southern Utah celebrates with the trophy after defeating Northern Arizona in an NCAA college football game for the Big Sky Conference title Cedar City, Utah. The Big Sky Conference postponed its football season on Friday, Aug. 7, 2020, to the spring because of the coronavirus pandemic and called for the FCS playoffs to be moved to the second semester as well.(Jordan Allred/The Spectrum via AP)
The Latest: Conference USA leaves 12-game option open

By The Associated Press Aug. 07, 2020 10:47 AM EDT

Maryland quarterback Josh Jackson, left, looks to throw against Michigan State's Kenny Willekes during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Michigan State bowl eligible after edging Maryland 19-16

By Noah Trister Nov. 30, 2019 07:01 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Maryland head coach Michael Locksley walks with his team after an NCAA college football game against Howard, in College Park, Md. Nebraska (4-6, 2-5 Big Ten) travels to Maryland (3-7, 1-6) for a Saturday, Nov. 23 game. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Nebraska seeks to keep bowl hopes alive against Maryland

By David Ginsburg Nov. 22, 2019 03:20 PM EST

Ohio State running back Master Teague, right, tries to run around Maryland defensive back Nick Cross during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Fields, No. 3 Ohio State overwhelm Maryland 73-14

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 09, 2019 03:58 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 14, 2019, file photo, Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, center, looks on as he is about to lead his team out of the tunnel for the first half of an NCAA college football against Temple, in Philadelphia. One year ago, Maryland took Ohio State into overtime before a failed 2-point conversion resulted in a 52-51 defeat. In the rematch Saturday, the Terrapins are a 43-point underdog. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Skidding Maryland a 43-point underdog vs No. 3 Ohio State

By David Ginsburg Nov. 05, 2019 02:43 PM EST

Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) throws against Notre Dame in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
No. 14 Michigan rides wave of momentum into Maryland

By David Ginsburg Nov. 01, 2019 01:25 PM EDT

Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) rushes in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Notre Dame in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
No. 14 Michigan faces skidding Maryland in Big Ten matchup

By The Associated Press Oct. 31, 2019 02:34 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Maryland head coach Mike Locksley gestures during the first half of an NCAA football game against Indiana in College Park, Md. In his first year at Maryland, Locksley has formed a close rapport with his players. Although the Terrapins (3-4, 1-3) have dropped four of five and appeared destined for a fourth consecutive losing season, no one has asked for a redshirt. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Maryland staggering to finish in Locksley's first season

By David Ginsburg Oct. 29, 2019 03:05 PM EDT

Maryland defensive back Marcus Lewis (8) holds onto the ball after making an interception against Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman (13) during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
No. 17 Minnesota routs Maryland 52-10 to stay unbeaten

By Brian Hall Oct. 26, 2019 06:49 PM EDT

Minnesota defensive back Antoine Winfield Jr. (11) and defensive back Jordan Howden (23) celebrate after Winfield intercepts the ball for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Sarah Stier)
Unbeaten No. 17 Minnesota aims to avoid letdown vs. Maryland

By Dave Campbell Oct. 25, 2019 03:14 PM EDT

Indiana head coach Tom Allen, right, shakes hands with Maryland head coach Mike Locksley, left, after an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Maryland hits snag in first year of rebuild under Locksley

By David Ginsburg Oct. 22, 2019 02:05 PM EDT

Indiana head coach Tom Allen celebrates with fans after an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Ramsey shines in relief to help Indiana beat Maryland 34-28

By David Ginsburg Oct. 19, 2019 07:33 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, file photo ,Maryland quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome (3) throws against Purdue during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind. The Terrapins will again start Tyrrell Pigrome at quarterback on Saturday against Indiana while Josh Jackson deals with a high ankle sprain he sustained two weeks ago at Rutgers. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Indiana, Maryland seek to turn corner in Big Ten matchup

By David Ginsburg Oct. 18, 2019 02:00 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver David Bell (3) makes a catch for a touchdown over Maryland defensive back Deon Jones (14) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Locksley seeks solutions for Maryland's erratic defense

By David Ginsburg Oct. 15, 2019 05:50 PM EDT

Purdue tight end Brycen Hopkins (89) makes a catch against his helmet as he's hit by Maryland linebacker Isaiah Davis (22) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. Purdue defeated Maryland 40-14. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Purdue changes work perfectly in 40-14 victory over Maryland

By Michael Marot Oct. 12, 2019 03:43 PM EDT

Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) carries the ball into the end zone for a 12-yard touchdown against Rutgers during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday Oct. 5, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (Andrew Mills/NJ Advance Media via AP)
Purdue, Maryland looking for answers in key midseason game

By Michael Marot Oct. 11, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Maryland quarterback Josh Jackson passes during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Friday, Sept. 27, 2019, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pigrome takes another ride on Maryland quarterback carousel

By David Ginsburg Oct. 08, 2019 03:43 PM EDT

Maryland running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (5) carries the ball for an 80-yard touchdown run against Rutgers during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday Oct. 5, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (Andrew Mills/NJ Advance Media via AP)
Jackson throws 2 TDs, Maryland uses big play to rip Rutgers

By Tom Canavan Oct. 05, 2019 03:32 PM EDT