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The Maryland Terrapins will reportedly be without star quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa for their bowl game vs. Auburn.
Per On3.com, head coach Mike Locksley revealed that Tagovailoa has opted out of the Music City Bowl with the expectation that he’ll be entering his name in the 2024 NFL Draft and joining his brother in the pros.
Tagovailoa has been one of the most prolific passers in the Big Ten, throwing for 3,377 yards and 25 touchdowns to 11 picks. All while completing north of 66% of his passes to Terps receivers.
NEWS: Maryland QB Taulia Tagovailoa has opted out of the Music City Bowl vs. Auburn. https://t.co/Mkm40hX0Gv pic.twitter.com/ouyfHhUBmG
— On3 (@On3sports) December 19, 2023
Fans reacted to the news on Tuesday.
“Marcus Vick vibes,” a user said.
Marcus Vick vibes
— Trinidad (@Comptonx187) December 19, 2023
“Respect his decision,” a fan tweeted. “A Terp legend, nothing can take away from his program legacy. Wish Lia and family the best in their NFL Draft preparation. No doubt, Auburn will become a big favored now, but excited to see what Billy Edwards, Cam Edge and the rest of our QB room is capable of.”
Maryland QB Taulia Tagovailoa opts out of Music City Bowl vs. Auburn.
Respect his decision. A Terp legend, nothing can take away from his program legacy. Wish Lia and family the best in their NFL Draft preparation.
No doubt, Auburn will become a big favored now, but excited… https://t.co/hX7u0QUW2L
— Cʜᴜᴄᴋ ᴅᴏᴜɢʟᴀs ✪ (@ChuckDouglas_) December 19, 2023
https://t.co/qdigeEuW7S pic.twitter.com/7K3Pajld88
— Brad Tejeda (@TejedaBrad) December 19, 2023
“This is really soft. Appreciate his contributions to the program, but putting the bowl dynasty in jeopardy makes me sick. Please cook, Billy,” another user replied.
This is really soft. Appreciate his contributions to the program, but putting the bowl dynasty in jeopardy makes me sick. Please cook, Billy https://t.co/lgXPyuzD7y
— RG (@RGIII__) December 19, 2023
Where do you see Tagovailoa getting selected in April’s draft?