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Dwayne McDougle's Pick-6 Turns Game Nebraska's Way in a 48-23 Victory over Maryland
Anthony Colandrea threw for 238 yards and three touchdowns, and Nebraska forced three Maryland pick-6s in a penalty-filled win.
- Nebraska defeated Maryland 48-23 at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, preserving an undefeated 5-0 start to the season.
- Trailing 23-14 midway through the second quarter, Nebraska's momentum shifted when defensive back Dwayne McDougle III intercepted Maryland quarterback Malik Washington's pass and returned it 81 yards for a touchdown.
- Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea recorded 108 rushing yards and 238 passing yards with three touchdowns, while wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer added 147 receiving yards and two scores.
- The contest featured 28 total penalties resulting in 247 yards, the most in a Bowl Subdivision game since 2021, while Maryland's offense managed only 62 yards after halftime.
- Currently 5-0, the Cornhuskers prepare to host defending national champion Indiana at Memorial Stadium next week, aiming to extend their best season start since 2016.
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The Toronto Star+2 Reposted by 2 other sources
Dwayne McDougle’s pick-6 turns game Nebraska’s way in a 48-23 victory over Maryland
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Dwayne McDougle III's 81-yard interception return for a touchdown sparked Nebraska in the first half, and the Cornhuskers all but shut down Maryland after that in
·Toronto, Canada
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Idaho State Journal+7 Reposted by 7 other sources
Dwayne McDougle's pick-6 turns game Nebraska's way in a 48-23 victory over Maryland
Dwayne McDougle III’s 81-yard interception return for a touchdown sparked Nebraska in the first half and the Cornhuskers all but shut down Maryland after that in a penalty-filled 48-23. The Cornhuskers are 5-0 for the first time since 2016. The…
The Bakersfield CalifornianReposted by 
Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer
Owensboro Messenger-InquirerNebraska 48, Maryland 23
·Bakersfield, United States
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