Maryland football likes to keep its opponents “nameless” and “faceless.” Head coach Mike Locksley and his players frequently reference the notion that every game is the most important just because it’s the next one.
But with a road matchup looming against No. 4 Ohio State, it’s hard to ignore the gravity of playing a top-ranked opponent in a stadium with more than 100,000 fans and millions more watching on national television. The opportunity in front of the Terps, however difficult it may be to seize it — they’ve never defeated the Buckeyes in eight attempts — is undeniable.