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Mike Locksley fired by Maryland after 12 straight Big Ten losses
Maryland fires head coach Mike Locksley after 12 straight Big Ten losses.
In brief
Maryland fires head coach Mike Locksley after 12 straight Big Ten losses. Maryland fired head coach Mike Locksley following 12 consecutive Big Ten losses, ending his eighth season with a 39-54 record. Originally reported by mint.
Maryland fires head coach
Maryland parted ways with head coach Mike Locksley on Wednesday after the Terrapins dropped their 12th consecutive Big Ten game.
Locksley's record
The 56-year-old finished with a 39-54 overall record at Maryland and was 10-21 since the start of the 2024 campaign.
Why Maryland made the change
The decision followed a 37-30 homecoming loss to Rutgers on Saturday, extending a five-game losing streak.
Maryland's performance
The Terrapins (2-5) are 0-4 in conference play this season and sit on a bye before hosting Illinois on October 31.
Locksley's position under scrutiny
Mike Locksley’s position had drawn scrutiny for more than a year after back-to-back 4-8 seasons in 2024 and 2025.
Athletic director's statement
Athletic director Jim Smith said the change was in the best interest of the program and thanked Locksley for his dedication.
Locksley's statement
Locksley released a statement expressing gratitude for his time at Maryland and his pride in the program.
Contract details
Locksley was scheduled to earn $6.4 million this season on a deal that runs through 2028 with a $9.75 million buyout.
Interim coach
Longtime assistant Aazaar Abdul-Rahim has been named interim head coach while Maryland begins a national search.
The short version
Maryland fired head coach Mike Locksley following 12 consecutive Big Ten losses, ending his eighth season with a 39-54 record.
