Maryland fires defensive coordinator Ted Monachino after a fifth consecutive loss. The decision comes after Maryland’s defense allows at least 35 points in each of the team’s past five games, according to reports.
The move follows Sunday’s timing, with outlets framing it as a response to ongoing defensive struggles. ESPN reports the firing occurs one day after another loss in which Maryland’s defense gives up at least 35 points, reinforcing that the team’s late-game and overall defensive performance remains a central concern. The Winnipeg Free Press similarly highlights the firing as part of the aftermath of the fifth straight defeat. Across coverage, the common thread is the connection between sustained defensive production and the coaching change, rather than any specific single-game incident.
