Maryland enters the late 2026 season at 4-6 overall and 2-5 in the Big Ten after firing head coach Mike Locksley following a 2-5 start. Interim coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim has sparked a turnaround, with the Terrapins posting back-to-back conference victories, including a 34-29 road win at Purdue and a 24-21 home upset of Wisconsin. Quarterback Malik Washington leads a young offense that has shown improved efficiency in recent outings, while the defense has tightened in key situations. Three regular-season games remain against USC and Penn State, both strong opponents, plus any bowl scenario. Trader consensus on the win total reflects these late developments alongside the challenging remaining schedule and ongoing roster evaluation.