Point spread and preview: Massively favored Maryland looks to hammer Hampton
- Maryland is a 45.5-point favorite over Hampton, with the game framed more around sharpness and early separation than whether the Terps can win.
- Hampton already played in Week 0 under first-year coach Van Malone, giving Maryland film on Southern transfer quarterback Jalen Woods after he threw for 191 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while adding 23 rushing yards.
- Maryland's defense also has to account for freshman running back Amari Pryear after he opened with 132 rushing yards on only eight carries.
- The preview says Maryland's size, depth, and overall talent should let Mike Locksley's team put the game away early enough to evaluate younger players.
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Maryland AD Jim Smith explains Dontay Joyner decision NIL progress and gameday improvements
- Maryland reinstated defensive back Dontay Joyner after the team's leadership group urged Mike Locksley to give him a second chance, placing responsibility on Joyner to capitalize academically and athletically.
- Maryland exited camp relatively healthy but sustained one significant early injury that athletic director Jim Smith expects to have an impact, although he believes the affected position has enough depth to respond.
- Smith said quarterback Malik Washington had a strong camp and looked notably improved from last season.
- Maryland's internal camp assessment was also positive about both the running game and receiver play entering the Hampton opener.
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