One of Urban Meyer’s disciples is now in a similar predicament for different reasons, as Maryland Terrapins head coach DJ Durkin was placed on paid administrative leave by the school on Saturday as the program investigates allegations of abuse following the June death of offensive lineman Jordan McNair.
Offensive coordinator Matt Canada was named the interim coach by athletics director Damon Evans.
“I am extremely concerned by the allegations of unacceptable behaviors by members of our football staff detailed in recent media reports,” Evans wrote in a letter sent to members of the Maryland community.