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In this Oct. 14, 2017, file photo, Maryland head coach DJ Durkin, center, stands on the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern in College Park, Md. The Atlanta Falcons have brought in former Maryland coach DJ Durkin to serve as a guest coach during training camp, drawing immediate scrutiny over the wisdom of taking on someone who was fired from his previous job after a player's death. This is the first coaching stint for Durkin since he was dismissed by the Terrapins last October. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File) **FILE**

Falcons open camp with questions about hiring of DJ Durkin

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, file photo, Maryland head coach DJ Durkin, center, reacts on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern in College Park, Md. Playing in a bowl game would be a remarkable achievement for Maryland. Offensive coordinator Matt Canada is serving as interim coach while Durkin is on administrative leave, pending the result of an investigation of the football program. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File) **FILE**

Maryland players dispute punter’s details of physical alteration during DJ Durkin practice

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Maryland head coach DJ Durkin stands on the sideline during an NCAA college football game against Towson in College Park, Md. The University System of Maryland's board of regents announced Tuesday their recommendation that Durkin retain his job. Durkin has been on paid administrative leave since August, following the death of a player who collapsed during practice and an investigation of bullying by the Maryland coaching staff. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ** FILE **

Maryland fires DJ Durkin, one day after reinstating controversial coach

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Maryland head coach DJ Durkin stands on the sideline during an NCAA college football game against Towson in College Park, Md. The University System of Maryland's board of regents announced Tuesday their recommendation that Durkin retain his job. Durkin has been on paid administrative leave since August, following the death of a player who collapsed during practice and an investigation of bullying by the Maryland coaching staff. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ** FILE **

Maryland fires coach DJ Durkin day after reinstatement

By DAVID GINSBURG - Associated Press

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, center, huddles with players in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota,, in College Park, Md. Playing the dual role of interim coach and offensive coordinator, Canada has kept the Terrapins (3-2, 1-1) in contention for a bowl bid during a season dedicated to fallen teammate Jordan McNair. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

DJ Durkin had to go

By Deron Snyder

James Brady, chairman of the University System of Maryland Board of Regents, speaks at a news conference to announce the board's recommendation that football head coach DJ Durkin retain his job, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, in Baltimore. Durkin has been on paid administrative leave since August, following the death of a player who collapsed during practice and an investigation of bullying by the Maryland coaching staff. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ** FILE **

Board recommends Durkin to return as Maryland football coach

By DAVID GINSBURG - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 22, 2017, file photo, then-LSU offensive coordinator Matt Canada coaches in the first half of the NCAA college football team's spring game, in Baton Rouge, La. Placing a priority on player safety after the death of Jordan McNair, Maryland interim coach Matt Canada has taken significant steps to ensure that the Terrapins are poised to deal with the heat of summer. Two tents are in place at practice field to provide shade. Underneath the awnings are several fans, liquids and ice. Practice sessions have been shortened to less than two hours, with time for breaks. “The focus of our player’s health and safety is No. 1, and our players are feeling that and understanding that,” Canada said Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018, before leading the team onto the field. (Hilary Scheinuk/The Advocate via AP, File)

After McNair death, Maryland focuses on safety at practice

By DAVID GINSBURG - Associated Press

Cleveland Browns defensive back Jabrill Peppers, left, is congratulated linebacker B.J. Bello after an interception during NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Dermer)

Jabrill Peppers: DJ Durkin’s coaching ‘felt extreme’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Offensive linemen on the University of Maryland football team practice in College Park, Maryland, on Wednesday, August 15, 2018. (Photo by Adam Zielonka / The Washington Times)

Maryland football installs cooling stations, seeks greater transparency

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Sept. 3, 2016, file photo, Maryland head coach DJ Durkin gestures during the second half of an NCAA football game against Howard in College Park, Md. Maryland first-year coach Durkin must improve his own defense if the Terrapins are to have a chance to upset the second-ranked Wolverines on Nov. 5. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Maryland’s D.J. Durkin preaches defense in return to Michigan

By David Ginsburg - Associated Press

Maryland head coach DJ Durkin was put on leave by the university on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. (Associated Press Photographs) ** FILE **

Maryland uses deep offense to ring up big numbers

By David Ginsburg - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 5, 2015, file photo, Maryland quarterback Perry Hills looks for a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Richmond,in College Park, Md. Though first-year coach DJ Durkin is known for his defensive prowess, Maryland is unbeaten because of an attack that has rung up 123 points, second-most in school history after three games. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, FIle)

Unbeaten Maryland uses deep offense to ring up big numbers

By DAVID GINSBURG - Associated Press

Maryland cheerleaders carry flags in the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Florida, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ** FILE **

Andy Buh named Maryland’s defensive coordinator, replacing Scott Shafer

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times