Maryland QB Billy Edwards Jr. Enters Transfer Portal After First Year as Starter

The Terrapins face uncertainty at quarterback as top recruit Malik Washington eyes early playing time.

Billy Edwards Jr., Maryland's starting quarterback for the 2024 season, announced his decision to enter the transfer portal, leaving the Terrapins in search of a new starter for the second consecutive year.
Edwards threw for 2,881 yards and 15 touchdowns in 11 games this season, but Maryland struggled with a 4-8 record, including a 1-8 mark in Big Ten play.
The move clears a potential path to the starting role for Malik Washington, a highly touted four-star recruit ranked as the No. 5 quarterback nationally in his class.
Edwards' departure highlights Maryland's ongoing quarterback turnover following Taulia Tagovailoa's four-year tenure as starter, which ended last season.
Boise State's Malachi Nelson, a former top recruit and backup this season, is also reportedly entering the transfer portal, according to ESPN.