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With Locksley returning, Maryland tries to chart a path to football success

Maryland athletic director Jim Smith announced his support for football coach Mike Locksley on Sunday, ending speculation about the coach’s job status and committing to providing t...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Leading receiver against Badgers Smith totaled six receptions (on seven targets) for 113 yards during Saturday's 27-10 win against Wisconsin.

Impact Smith put together a productive day against Wisconsin, crossing the century mark for the second consecutive game as he set a new career-high in receiving yards with 113 against the Badgers. The 6-foot receiver led the team in receptions and yards on the day while tying fellow receiver Shaleak Knotts for the team lead with seven targets. Smith has now put up back-to-back big-time performances and is quickly establishing himself as a go-to target within the Maryland offense. A matchup against Washington awaits after the team's upcoming 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'

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

Dominant in win Smith (undisclosed) hauled in four passes for 103 yards during Saturday's win over Towson.

Impact Smith was listed as questionable heading into the matchup with an undisclosed injury but that didn't seem to slow him down as he still had a dominant outing nonetheless. He will look to build off this strong performance and keep producing during next week's matchup versus Wisconsin.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant in win Smith (undisclosed) hauled in four passes for 103 yards during Saturday's win over Towson.

Impact Smith was listed as questionable heading into the matchup with an undisclosed injury but that didn't seem to slow him down as he still had a dominant outing nonetheless. He will look to build off this strong performance and keep producing during next week's matchup versus Wisconsin.

SEPTEMBER 14, 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

Questionable for Week 3 Smith (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Towson.

Impact An undisclosed problem may affect Smith's availability in Week 3. The first two weeks of Maryland's 2025 season saw him display promising numbers with his limited opportunities, so having the running back available would be nice, especially against a non-FBS team like Towson. That way, in the case of a blowout, Smith can potentailly maximize his chances.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in camp Smith (undisclosed) was observed in practice during fall camp, Dave Revsine of Big Ten Network reports.

Impact Smith was forced to sit out the final of last year's season due to an undisclosed injury but seems to have put that behind him and is ready to go entering the new season. The senior wide receiver totaled 30 receptions or 315 yards and one score across 11 games.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Week 14 Smith (undisclosed) will not appear in Saturday's game against Penn State.

Impact Smith will miss the Terrapins' season finale with an undisclosed injury, marking his first missed game of the season. With Maryland (4-7) out of bowl contention, Smith will finish the season with 30 receptions for 315 yards and two touchdowns across 11 games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in loss Smith logged five receptions (on eight targets) for 46 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 39-18 loss versus Oregon.

Impact Smith connected with quarterback Billy Edwards on a three-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter, drawing the Terrapins to within 11 points at the time. The junior receiver has seen an increased role over the last three games, catching 17 passes for 181 yards and a pair of touchdowns in that timeframe. His recent increase in opportunities is encouraging to see, as he has logged 25 targets over the last three games after seeing just 16 looks through the first six contests of the season. His next opportunity will come when the Terrapins host Rutgers this coming Saturday.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first touchdown of season Smith caught 8 of 10 targets for 84 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 29-28 win against USC.

Impact Smith found the end zone in the second quarter, connecting with quarterback Billy Edwards on a 16-yard scoring strike to get the Terrapins on the board and tie the game at seven. It was a great day all around for the junior receiver as he logged season-best totals in receptions, targets and yards on the day. Smith will hope to build on his performance when the Terrapins travel to face Minnesota on Saturday.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland's Billy Edwards Jr. finds Octavian Smith Jr. for an AMAZING TD to tie the game vs. USC

Maryland's Billy Edwards Jr. finds Octavian Smith Jr. for an AMAZING TD to tie the game vs. USC

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • FOX SPORTS