Maryland's football team snapped a 13-game Big Ten Conference losing streak on Saturday, prompting players to carry assistant coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim off the field in celebration. The victory marked the program's first conference win since the 2023 season.
The Terrapins' breakthrough came after more than two years without a Big Ten victory, a drought that spanned multiple coaching changes and difficult seasons. Abdul-Rahim, who coaches the defensive backs, has been with the program since 2022 and was visibly emotional during the post-game celebration.
John Leuzzi of USA TODAY Sports reported from the scene on November 7, 2026, describing the moment players hoisted Abdul-Rahim onto their shoulders as the final seconds ticked away. The win provides significant momentum for a program working to rebuild its conference competitiveness.
