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Maryland Football's Smith Aims for NFL Amid New Strategy

6/5/2025

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Maryland football is gearing up for a fresh start in the 2025 season after a tough 2024. Senior wide receiver Octavian Smith Jr. is determined to fill the void left by departing stars. Under new offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton, the team is honing its run game to bolster the passing attack. Smith dreams of an NFL career while proudly representing his home state.

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Maryland football is gearing up for a fresh start in the 2025 season after a tough 2024. Senior wide receiver Octavian Smith Jr. is determined to fill the void left by departing stars. Under new offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton, the team is honing its run game to bolster the passing attack. Smith dreams of an NFL career while proudly representing his home state.