Randy Edsall

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Maryland running back Jake Funk runs with the ball against Howard during the second half of an NCAA college football game in College Park, Md. Funk and Tayon Fleet-Davis will likely receive the brunt of the carries, at least at the season's outset. Fleet-Davis, a senior, has 589 yards in offense and 10 touchdowns. Funk has 31 games of experience despite missing the final nine games in 2019 with a knee injury. Moreover, as Locksley enters his second season as the helm, he deals with quarterback Josh Jackson opting out of the 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic and Tyrrell Pigrome has transferred to Western Kentucky. Alabama transfer Taulia Tagovailoa and redshirt freshman Lance Legendre have been competing for the starting spot this fall. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

Maryland, Locksley seek stability at QB for 2020 and beyond

By David Ginsburg Oct. 14, 2020 01:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2019, file photo, Connecticut quarterback Jack Zergiotis (11) rolls out of the pocket during an NCAA football game against Illinois in East Hartford, Conn. UConn has canceled its 2020-2021 football season, becoming the first FBS program to suspend football because of the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)

UConn becomes 1st FBS program to cancel football over virus

By Pat Eaton-Robb Aug. 05, 2020 09:29 AM EDT

Connecticut head coach Randy Edsall works the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

UConn AD says Edsall needs more to build program

Dec. 08, 2019 08:15 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Maryland head coach Michael Locksley walks with his team after an NCAA college football game against Howard, in College Park, Md. Nebraska (4-6, 2-5 Big Ten) travels to Maryland (3-7, 1-6) for a Saturday, Nov. 23 game. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

Nebraska seeks to keep bowl hopes alive against Maryland

By David Ginsburg Nov. 22, 2019 03:20 PM EST

Connecticut quarterback Jack Zergiotis passes during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

No. 17 Cincinnati stays unbeaten in AAC, routs UConn 48-3

By Joe Kay Nov. 09, 2019 06:49 PM EST

Cincinnati head coach Luke Fickell, center, reacts to a pass interference call against his team during the first half of an NCAA college football game against East Carolina in Greenville, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

No. 17 Cincinnati wants to avoid another close call vs UConn

By Joe Kay Nov. 08, 2019 04:06 PM EST

Navy wide receiver Tazh Maloy (25) gains yardage during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Connecticut on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Stephen Dunn)

Midshipmen stay afloat in AAC title race with rout of UConn

By Pat Eaton-Robb Nov. 01, 2019 11:17 PM EDT

Connecticut defensive back Abiola Olaniyan (18) breaks up a pass intended for Houston wide receiver Marquez Stevenson (5) in the end zone during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Stephen Dunn)

Coach's son leads Houston to 24-17 win over UConn

By Pat Eaton-Robb Oct. 19, 2019 03:24 PM EDT

Maryland quarterback Josh Jackson passes during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Friday, Sept. 27, 2019, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Pigrome takes another ride on Maryland quarterback carousel

By David Ginsburg Oct. 08, 2019 03:43 PM EDT

Connecticut head coach Randy Edsall, left, talks to quarterback Jack Zergiotis (11) on the bench during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Florida, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Gabriel throws for 3 TDs, No. 22 UCF trounces UConn 56-21

By Fred Goodall Sep. 28, 2019 10:37 PM EDT

Connecticut head coach Randy Edsall watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

No. 22 UCF looks to rebound in AAC opener against UConn

By Fred Goodall Sep. 27, 2019 04:48 PM EDT

Connecticut tight end Jay Rose (91) is tackled by Indiana defensive back Jamar Johnson (22) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Hoosiers, Ramsey bounce back with 38-3 blowout over UConn

By Michael Marot Sep. 21, 2019 03:11 PM EDT

Connecticut running back Kevin Mensah (34) is pursued by Illinois defensive back Tony Adams (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Hoosiers, Huskies seek solutions amid quarterback questions

By Michael Marot Sep. 20, 2019 02:55 AM EDT

Connecticut wide receiver Ardell Brown (83) is stopped by Illinois defensive back Nate Hobbs (8) and Illinois defensive back Stanley Green (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Illini end nonconference road losing streak 31-23 over UConn

By Pat Eaton-Robb Sep. 07, 2019 07:02 PM EDT

Illini looks to snap nonconference road losing skid vs UConn

By Pat Eaton-Robb Sep. 06, 2019 09:23 AM EDT
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Illinois hasn't won a regular-season road game outside the Big Ten since 2007, but the Illini have a good chance to snap that streak...

Wagner quarterback Christian Alexander-Stevens (1) sets to pass during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Connecticut on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Stephen Dunn)

UConn matches win total from last season, 24-21 over Wagner

By Pat Eaton-Robb Aug. 29, 2019 10:35 PM EDT

UConn's Thomas won't return to football after stroke

Jul. 30, 2019 03:13 PM EDT
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn coach Randy Edsall says linebacker Eli Thomas won't return to football after suffering a stroke last season. The senior had...

Maryland head coach Mark Locksley talks to reporters during the Big Ten Conference NCAA college football media days Thursday, July 18, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Locksley excited to lead Terps football past tumultuous 2018

By Keith Jenkins Jul. 19, 2019 06:32 AM EDT

American Commissioner Aresco: No plans to replace UConn

By Ralph D. Russo Jul. 16, 2019 09:50 AM EDT
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — Schools interested in joining the American Athletic Conference after Connecticut leaves can call Commissioner Mike Aresco. The AAC will not be...