Maryland’s defense just took a gut-punch blow with Zahir Mathis out for the entire season after a fall practice injury — a massive loss for a team already under pressure to turn things around under coach Mike Locksley. Mathis, a freshman sensation last year with six sacks and eight and a half tackles for loss, was a cornerstone of their defensive identity and a key reason they kept top talent. Now, the Terps are counting on five-star freshman Zion Elee — untested in college — and veteran DD Holmes to fill the void. The situation is even more dire with cornerback Dontay Joyner exiting the program. With two straight 4-8 seasons and a roster full of freshmen stepping up, the spotlight is on quarterback Malik Washington to lead a new offense and the entire sophomore class to deliver. Locksley’s future hinges on this team’s ability to rise — or risk another losing season.
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