This is a Maryland Minute, a short story followed by a roundup of Terps-related news.
Maryland football wide receiver Tai Felton was selected as a semifinalist for the 2024 Biletnikoff Award, the Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation announced Tuesday.
The award is presented annually to college football’s most outstanding receiver. Felton is one of 11 semifinalists, joining Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith as the only other receiver from the Big Ten.
Felton ranks first in receptions (86) and second in receiving yards (1,040) among all power conference players. He also leads the Big Ten in both categories.
In other news
Maryland men’s basketball steamrolled Canisius, 108-37, Tuesday night. Matt Germack had the story and Ryan Alonardo provided takeaways.
Maryland football released its game captains for this week against Iowa.
This Saturday’s Captains @GlenMiller_ @r_h3mby @playboytaishar @rubenknows1 pic.twitter.com/txFQnRLCPD
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) November 19, 2024
Former Maryland baseball player Ben Cowles was selected to the Chicago Cubs 40-man roster.
Pumped for Terps Baseball alum Ben Cowles who has been selected to the 40-man roster for the @Cubs #ProTerps https://t.co/pghte4hEqS
— Maryland Baseball (@TerpsBaseball) November 20, 2024