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Calls Mount for NCAA to Suspend Maryland Player After Dylan Raiola Incident
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Quarterback Dylan Raiola threw for four touchdowns and three interceptions in the win.
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Maryland's Cam Rice is facing intense backlash for a penalized hit on Raiola following one of those three interceptions on Saturday.
The Nebraska Cornhuskers secured a hard-fought 34-31 road victory over the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday, improving to 5-1 on the season.
Quarterback Dylan Raiola had a mixed performance, completing 20 of 29 passes for 260 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions.
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One of those interceptions sparked controversy. After Raiola was down and clearly in pain trying to limp off the field, Maryland defensive tackle Cam Rice delivered a massive hit that sent him back to the ground. While the play was technically still live, officials immediately flagged Rice for a 15-yard penalty.
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Now, calls are mounting for Rice to face suspension, with many fans labeling it a "dirty" hit on a quarterback who was already hurt and out of the play.
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"Absolutely deserves suspension," a fan said.
"That is the definition of a 'cheap shot'," someone else added.
Another person wrote , "NCAA needs to make an example out of this. Garbage play, hope this dudes not this [explicit] in real life."
A fan shared , "This is absolute garbage & there's no place for this."
That player should be suspended," one more fan commented.
Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola throws as Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman EJ Moore Jr. applies pressure at SECU Stadium on Oct. 11, 2025.Tommy Gilligan-Imagn ImagesTommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Defensive players typically begin blocking once a turnover is still live, but the location of the football and the timing of the play often determine whether a hit is unnecessary. In Raiola's case, the referees immediately threw a flag, highlighting just how avoidable Rice's hit was in that moment.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 12, 2025, where it first appeared in the College Football section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
