Maryland QB Hill out for season with torn ACL

COLLEGE PARK, MD. >> During a harsh season in which the Maryland football team has been forced to deal with an array of setbacks — none worse than the death of player Jordan McNair — the Terrapins have repeatedly showed their resiliency.

With No. 9 Ohio State next, Maryland has yet another obstacle to overcome. Interim coach Matt Canada announced that starting quarterback Kasim Hill tore the ACL in his left knee during last week’s game at Indiana, making this the second straight season he’s had cut short by an ACL tear.

“It’s very disappointing. Obviously, there are no words to say to make it any better,” Canada said. “Great kid, a kid who worked so hard to battle his way back. He will again.”

Hill posted on Instagram: “Never thought I’d have to attack this process all over again, but the Lord has more adversity for me to overcome.”

Hill started all 10 games this season. He threw for 1,083 yards and nine touchdowns with four interceptions.

Myrtle Beach Bowl to start

CONWAY, S.C. >> The Myrtle Beach Bowl is coming to South Carolina’s Grand Strand resort area in 2020, and will be shared by Conference USA, the MidAmerican Conference and the Sun Belt.

The three conferences will participate in the game four times each between from 2020-25. The game will be played at Coastal Carolina.

D-III Earlham suspends sport after 53 straight losses

RICHMOND, IND. >> Earlham College has suspended its football program after a fifth consecutive winless season and a Division III record 53 straight losses.

The Quakers finished the season with a 70-6 loss to Rose-Hulman last Saturday.