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Top Maryland football players of all time - Big Ten Network

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Maryland Terrapins Football History

The Maryland Terrapins football program is one of the oldest in college football, dating back to 1892. The Terrapins have competed in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) since 1953, and have won two ACC championships (1983 and 1984).

The Terrapins' most successful era came under head coach Bobby Ross, who led the team from 1982 to 1986. During his tenure, Ross led the Terrapins to a 47-13 record, including two ACC championships and two bowl victories. Ross also coached the Terrapins to their first-ever top-five national ranking in 1984.

Other notable Maryland football coaches include Ralph Friedgen (who led the Terrapins to three ACC championship games from 2001 to 2003) and Randy Edsall (who led the Terrapins to their first bowl victory in 10 years in 2010).

The Terrapins have had several notable players over the years, including:

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Top Maryland football players of all time - Big Ten Network

With Maryland officially joining the Big Ten, it?s time to become familiar with some of the program?s football history. Here?s a look at my top 10 all-time best Maryland players. [ MORE: View all of our Maryland and Rutgers welcoming coverage ] 1. QB Jack Scarbath (1950-52). This guy poured cement to help build Byrd […] — btn.com

Maryland Terrapins football history boasts a proud lineage of talented players who've gone on to excel at the professional level. Here's a glimpse at some of the top Terrapins:

NFL All-Stars:

-Randy White (DE, #72): A dominant defensive lineman and NFL Hall of Famer, White anchored the "Purple People Eaters" defense for the Minnesota Vikings, winning four Super Bowls and racking up 138.5 career sacks.

-Stefon Diggs (WR, #14): An electrifying wide receiver with exceptional route-running and playmaking ability, Diggs has become a star for the Buffalo Bills, earning Pro Bowl honors and showcasing his clutch skills with iconic plays like the "Minneapolis Miracle."

Offensive Standouts:

-Boomer Esiason (QB, #7): This charismatic quarterback led the Terps to an ACC Championship and later enjoyed success with the Cincinnati Bengals, earning NFL MVP honors in 1988.

-Torrey Smith (WR, #80): Known for his blazing speed and acrobatic catches, Smith became a reliable deep threat for the Baltimore Ravens, winning a Super Bowl in 2012.

Defensive Stars:

-Charles T. Brown (CB, #32): One of the most complete cornerbacks of the 1990s, Brown anchored the Washington Redskins' secondary, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and two Super Bowl victories.

-Yannick Ngakoue (DE, #91): A disruptive pass rusher with a knack for sacks, Ngakoue has made his mark on several teams, racking up over 60 sacks in his career and showcasing his explosive athleticism.

This is just a small sample of the talented players who've emerged from the Maryland Terrapins football program.

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