Secondary success

Maryland’s defensive backs kept Penn State’s best players grounded, especially in the first half. Clifford targeted Dotson and Pat Freiermuth 12 times in the first half where they finished with just four catches for 63 yards and a score.

Maryland’s secondary made it tough when Clifford was on, too. The Terps finished with six pass breakups and two interceptions, often fighting for 50-50 balls in the process.