Maryland football had its opportunity. A dream start put Ohio State behind the 8-ball in its own backyard.
But, despite multiple chances for Maryland to go up three scores, mental mistakes, poor execution and a disastrous fourth quarter ultimately allowed the Buckeyes to take over and pull away for a 37-17 victory.
Here’s how each position group performed in the defeat.
Quarterback
Taulia Tagovailoa walked into the postgame press conference with a palpable look of sadness and disgust.
“I gotta be better,” he said.
The fifth-year senior led the Terps to a 10-0 lead and had numerous chances to extend it.