Maryland survived to beat SMU 34-27 and stay undefeated last night. More on the win from TerrapinSports:
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“We've got to show maturity and discipline to walk away and not get dumb and selfish penalties,” said Locksley. “Our change of possession defense was phenomenal. Our defense did a lot of bending but they never broke,” Locksley said. Pass rush has been an area of concern for Maryland, but on SMU’s ensuing drive, the defensive line helped force the Terps' first interception of the season. Mordecai sailed a pass over his intended target and the ball found itself in the waiting arms of Brade.
The Terrapins came out of the second half hot, with a strong opening drive as Ryland converted a field goal to tie the game at 20. Maryland struck back with a good drive of their own, as Hemby found pay dirt from 1-yard out to tie the game again at 27 all. He finished with 151 yards on the ground, his second 100-yard game of the season.