Malik Washington News: Impresses in opener

Washington completed 27 of 43 passes for 258 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 39-7 victory over Florida Atlantic.

Washington was named the starter just before kickoff on Saturday and made the most of his opportunity, throwing for over 250 yards and three scores in Maryland's season opener. The 6-foot-5 freshman displayed the ability that made him a top-5 quarterback in the 2025 recruiting class, slinging a trio of scores in the second quarter, putting the game out of reach before halftime. Washington will get his next opportunity when the Terps host Northern Illinois on Friday.