Malik Washington News, Rumors, Updates - Maryland Terrapins

Nebraska Pass Defense Faces Another Test vs. Minnesota Nebraska’s No. 1-ranked pass defense got knocked around last week against Maryland and its 19-year-old true freshman quarterback Malik Washi...

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • SI.COM

Solid day in loss Washington was 27-for-37 passing for 249 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 34-31 defeat versus Nebraska. He also had six rushes for 23 yards.

Impact Washington had a solid day against Nebraska, finding the end zone once while completing a season-high 73 percent of his passes on the day. The 6-foot-5 freshman connected with tight end Leon Haughton on a 21-yard scoring strike in the second quarter, giving the Terps a 14-10 lead at the time. Washington has had a solid start to his highly anticipated freshman season, throwing for 1,506 yards and 10 touchdowns to two interceptions across six games while adding three rushing scores as well. His next opportunity will come when the Terrapins travel to face UCLA on Saturday.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Raiola overcomes 3 interceptions, throws 4th TD with 1:08 left as Nebraska edges Maryland 34-31

Dylan Raiola threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Dane Key with 1:08 remaining, and Nebraska edged Maryland 34-31

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Third straight rushing score Washington was 30-for-49 passing for 219 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 24-20 loss to Washington. He also had two rushes for six yards with one touchdo...

Impact Washington played a dink-and-dunk game against the Huskies on Saturday, completing 30 of 49 pass attempts for 219 yards, averaging just 4.5 yards per attempt. The 6-foot-5 freshman threw for a single touchdown as well as an interception while extending his streak to three consecutive games with a rushing score. Washington will get his next opportunity when Nebraska comes to town on Saturday.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington storms back from a 20-point deficit, hands Maryland first loss, 24-20

Jonah Coleman scored on a 1-yard run with 3:21 remaining, capping Washington’s furious rally from a 20-point third-quarter deficit as the Huskies edged Maryland 24-20

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Best Freshman QB in College Football: Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn Weigh In

Which freshman quarterback has impressed the most this season? Matt Leinart and Brady Quinn debate on "Big Noon Kickoff."

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Best Freshman QB in College Football: Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn Weigh In

What to watch when Huskies hit road to face Maryland What to watch when UW travels east for its first Big Ten road trip of the season to play Maryland and freshman quarterback Malik Washington.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

College football Week 6: No. 3 Miami-No. 18 Florida St and No. 16 Vandy-No. 10 Alabama top schedule

College football heats up as October kicks off with conference races and the chase for playoff spots ramping up

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Gets job done against Badgers Washington completed 18 of 34 passes for 265 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 27-10 win over Wisconsin. He also had four rushes for -12 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Washington put up yet another solid performacne for the terrapins on Saturday, finding the end zone twice through the air and once on the ground while avoiding turnovers and securing the win over Wisconsin. The 6-foot-5 freshman connected with receiver Shaleak Knotts on touchdown passes of nine and 62 yards in the second and third quarters, respectively, putting the Terrapins in position for a comfortable win over the Badgers. While he hasn't put up gaudy numbers to start his college career, Washington has been remarkably consistent through his first four contests at the collegiate level, throwing for 1,038 yards and eight touchdowns to one interception through the air while adding a pair of rushing scores on the ground as well. His next opportunity will come when Washington comes to town following next week's bye.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wisconsin AD Addresses 'Fire Fickell' Chants: 'Time for Me to Express My Support'

Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh voiced his support for coach Luke Fickell after Maryland handed the Badgers a 27-10 home loss, wh...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Wisconsin AD Addresses 'Fire Fickell' Chants: 'Time for Me to Express My Support'

Maryland's freshman quarterback leads statement win over Wisconsin | Sporting News Maryland’s freshman quarterback Malik Washington powered the Terps to a 27-10 win over Wisconsin, ending a losing streak and making a Big Te...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Malik Washington has successful Big Ten debut as Maryland throttles Wisconsin 27-10

Malik Washington threw two touchdown passes to Shaleak Knotts and also ran for a score in his Big Ten debut as Maryland remained unbeaten by trouncing Wisconsin 27-10

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Two total scores in victory Washington was 16-for-22 passing for 261 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 44-17 victory against Towson. He also had three rushes for 29 yards with one to...

Impact Washington put together a respectable, while unspectacular, performance against Towson, totaling 290 yards overall along with a pair of scores. The 6-foot-5 freshman found the end zone on a two-yard plunge in the opening frame to give the Terps a 17-0 lead at the time before connecting with receiver Shaleak Knotts on a 32-yard scoring strike in the second quarter to extend Maryland's already insurmountable lead. Washington has been impressive to start his freshman season in College Park, throwing for 773 yards and six touchdowns to a single interception through three games while adding 28 yards and a score on the ground as well. The level of competition is set to ramp up as the season progresses, however, starting with a road matchup against Wisconsin on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington, Terps dominate in the first half en route to a 44-17 win over Towson

Malik Washington threw for a touchdown and ran for one, and La’khi Roland returned an interception 100 yards for a TD as Maryland routed Towson 44-17

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Two scores in victory Washington completed 19 of 35 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 20-9 victory over Northern Illinois.

Impact Washington put together a solid, while unspectacular, outing against Northern Illinois, surpassing 250 yards for the second straight game while tossing a pair of touchdowns in the victory. The 6-foot-5 freshman connected with tight end Dorian Fleming on a 12-yard score in the second quarter, though the true highlight of the day came on a 42-yard strike to receiver Shaleak Knotts in the fourth quarter, giving the Terps an 11-point lead they would not surrender. Washington has looked the part of a starting caliber quarterback in the Big Ten thus far, throwing for 512 yards and five touchdowns without an interception through two games. One more warm-up against Towson awaits before things get tougher as the Big Ten conference schedule comes around.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two scores in victory Washington completed 19 of 35 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 20-9 victory over Northern Illinois.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington's big 4th-down throw helps Maryland put away Northern Illinois in a 20-9 win

Malik Washington threw a 42-yard touchdown pass to Shaleak Knotts on fourth down, and Maryland held off Northern Illinois 20-9

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland squares off against Northern Illinois in Week 2

The Maryland Terrapins host the Northern Illinois Huskies

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Malik Washington named Big Ten Freshman of the Week Last year, on June 28th, Malik Washington officially committed to his hometown school, the University of Maryland. The four-star young QB sh...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • SI.COM

Maryland rides Malik Washington's sparkling debut to 39-7 pasting of FAU COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Malik Washington made Michael Locksley look prophetic. Tabbed by the Maryland coach as the team’s starting quarterback,...

AUGUST 31, 2025 • QCTIMES.COM

Yes, Malik Washington was the starter at QB for Maryland. Then the freshman showed why

Maryland freshman Malik Washington has made a strong debut, throwing for 258 yards and three touchdowns in a 39-7 win over Florida Atlantic

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Maryland freshman Malik Washington shines with 3 TD passes in a 39-7 win over FAU

Freshman Malik Washington threw three touchdown passes in the second quarter, and Maryland’s defense scored twice to help the Terrapins beat Florida Atlantic 39-7 for their 16th co...

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially named starter Washington was named the starting quarterback for Saturday's game versus Florida Atlantic, Jeff Ermann of InsideMDSports reports.

Impact Washington won the starting job over Justin Martin and will lead the Terrapins to start the 2025 season. The true freshman has been dealing with a lower body injury through fall camp, but appears to be past that now.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland's new era: Freshman Malik Washington could be the answer at quarterback

It's not clear whether freshman Malik Washington will start right away at Maryland but he certainly looks like the quarterback of the future

AUGUST 20, 2025 • Associated Press

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