# Rutgers beats Maryland 37-30

> KJ Duff's catch and strong second half secure Rutgers win over Maryland.
- Title: Rutgers beats Maryland 37-30 · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: KJ Duff's catch and strong second half secure Rutgers win over Maryland. Rutgers overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to beat Maryland 37-30 with KJ Duff's…
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- Author: Associated Press
- Published: 2026-10-17T20:27:04.045+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
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## Rutgers beats Maryland
KJ Duff caught two touchdown passes including one with a spectacular one-handed grab and Rutgers held on for a 37-30 victory over Maryland.
## Halftime deficit
Maryland led 23-13 at halftime after Chris Durr Jr. scored on a 16-yard reverse.
## Second half rally
Rutgers scored 14 points in the second half to take a 37-23 lead with 4:03 left in the fourth quarter.
## Duff's catch
Duff caught a 15-yard touchdown pass with his right hand while landing his right foot in bounds.
## Final play
Dorian Fleming's toe appeared on the sideline as he made the catch, but the call stood for incomplete.
## Rutgers' record
Rutgers beat an FBS opponent for the first time this season with a 37-30 victory.
## Key takeaway

Rutgers overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to beat Maryland 37-30 with KJ Duff's two touchdown catches.