{
  "id": 7622338,
  "title": "Maryland football’s Malik Washington shrugs off Virginia Tech criticism",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/maryland-footballs-malik-washington-shrugs-off-virginia-tech-criticism",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T20:02:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/maryland-football-malik-washington-shrugs-200200085.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malik Washington, Maryland's sophomore quarterback, deflected criticism from Virginia Tech regarding his performance in the team's season-opening victory over Hampton. After a strong showing, Washington passed for 347 yards and scored two touchdowns in Maryland's 38-14 win against UConn. Despite Virginia Tech senior cornerback Jaquez White noting Washington's lack of accuracy and lack of running ability, Washington remained composed and focused on his own performance. Maryland's offensive coordinator, Clint Trickett, praised Washington's mindset and his ability to flow within the team's offensive system. The upcoming game against Virginia Tech, which will see two 2-0 teams, is seen as a great test for Maryland. Redshirt sophomore running back DeJuan Williams' availability remains uncertain due to a knee issue he experienced during the previous game.",
  "summary": "COLLEGE PARK — Malik Washington refused to take the victory lap. After an uneven showing in Maryland’s season-opening 62-0 pasting of Hampton on Sept. 5, the sophomore quarterback reminded fans and opponents of what he is capable of by passing for 347 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday’s 38-14 victory over UConn at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut. That performance was a ...",
  "key_points": [
    "Maryland quarterback Malik Washington ignored Virginia Tech's criticism.",
    "Washington passed for 347 yards and scored two touchdowns in win against UConn.",
    "Offensive coordinator Clint Trickett praised Washington's mindset."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}