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title: "Terps Come Back to Top #23 Texas, 34–29"
date: 2018-09-04T09:00:00-04:00
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# Terps Come Back to Top #23 Texas, 34–29

*September 4, 2018* — by [Maryland Athletics Staff](/author/maryland-athletics-staff)


> McNair Honored With Moment of Silence, Empty Spot on Field for 1st Offensive Play

*Hero 090118fball08 1920x1080 — Team captains Brett Kulka and Taivon Jacobs return to the sidelines after bringing teammate Jordan McNair’s No. 79 jersey out to midfield for the coin toss. (Photos by Greg Fiume/Maryland Athletics)*

Maryland emerged from a trying offseason with an emotionally charged 34–29 upset of No. 23 Texas on Saturday, shaking off a lengthy weather delay to give Matt Canada a satisfying victory in his debut at the Terrapins' interim coach.

After blowing a 24–7 lead, Maryland forced three turnovers in the final 6:09 and scored the game's final 10 points to stun the Longhorns in the opener for the second year in a row.

Maryland has dedicated its season to offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died in June, 15 days after collapsing from heatstroke during a team workout. The Terrapins paid tribute to McNair by lining up with 10 players on their first offensive play of the game. Maryland waited for a delay of game to be called, and Texas declined the penalty in a show of sportsmanship.

Maryland players wore a sticker with No. 79 on their helmets and emerged from the tunnel with one of his former teammates carrying a red flag, also emblazoned with McNair's number. In addition, there was a moment of silence before the game.

“I just can't say enough about our players, everything they've been through and the way they stuck together," Canada said. "It was a great way to honor Jordan. This was a win for Jordan. We're certainly proud of our team, proud of our program.”

- Terps hold a moment of silence in honor of McNair prior to Saturday’s kickoff vs. the Texas Longhorns.
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- Offensive lineman Ellis McKennie, a high school teammate of McNair, waves a flag with McNair’s jersey number, 79, in remembrance.
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- Each Maryland football player wears a helmet sticker with No. 79 to honor McNair.
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- Maryland honors slain Capital Gazette writer John McNamara ’83, who covered Terps sports for decades, with an empty seat and flowers in the FedEx Field press box.
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- On their first offensive play, Maryland Terrapins football team members line up with an empty right guard spot in honor of McNair.
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- Sophomore quarterback Kasim Hill attempts a pass in Saturday’s win over Texas, 34-29.
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- Freshman wide receiver Brian Cobbs makes a leaping grab over Texas cornerback Kobe Boyce.
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- Sophomore running back Tayon Fleet-Davis dives into the end zone for a 17-yard touchdown run.
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- Junior punter Wade Lees and Athletic Director Damon Evans share their excitement after the team’s victory over Texas.
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- The Terps celebrate in the locker room following Saturday’s win over Texas, 34-29.
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