Few had high expectations for the arrival of Maryland and Rutgers to the Big Ten just over one year ago. As we stand here able to look back and reflect on the last year, its safe to say both Maryland and Rutgers surprised critics and advocates alike.
Many believed it would take forever and a day for the Terps and Scarlet Knights to compete on the football field. Same for the basketball court and just about anywhere else. After all, Maryland and Rutgers were jumping to one of the top overall athletic conferences in the country and an adjustment period would surely be needed.