Shortly after a lopsided victory last weekend, Maryland football coach Michael Locksley spoke glowingly about his players’ preparation, not only in their mastery of the tactical blueprint but also with regard to keeping the following week’s opponent out of the conversation — and avoiding distraction — despite the magnitude of facing No. 4 Ohio State.
The Terrapins instead devoted all of their attention to Indiana, a potential trap scenario that never unfolded when the outcome, thanks to crisp execution in the first quarter, became all but certain by halftime on the way to a 44-17 win that kept Maryland undefeated heading into one of its most meaningful games in years.