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Three Thoughts on Rutgers Football's 31-17 victory against Maryland
Rutgers secured bowl eligibility for the second straight season following its 31-17 victory against Maryland.
Here are three thoughts after the game….
A coaching clinic
Head Coach Greg Schiano and the rest of Rutgers’ staff have taken a lot of flack this season, especially after their four-game losing streak. However, one could argue their performance against the Terrapins (4-6, 1-6) was their best of the season, and that was coming off a 26-19 win against Minnesota without their best playmaker in Kyle Monangai.
“When you win four and then you lose four, that thing could go either way,” Schiano said. “The way they bonded together, I think it’s a defining moment for our team and our program.”
Following five lead changes to start the game, the Scarlet Knights (6-4, 3-4) had the ball at Maryland’s 12-yard line with the chance to kick a chip shot field goal and tie the game at 17 with 5:52 remaining in the third quarter. Schiano decided to forgo the kick though and went for it on 4th-and-2, only to have Athan Kaliakmanis connect with Dymere Miller Miller for six yards before Monangai punched it in from six yards out to give Rutgers a 21-17 lead with 5:14 left. From there, the Scarlet Knights never trailed again and got their first win over Maryland since 2020.
Another offensive display
Rutgers’ offense has found a groove the last two weeks as they not only totaled over 300 yards in both games, but did so with at least 100 yards on the ground. Kaliakmanis tallied at least two touchdowns for the second week in a row and finished 20-for-30 for 238 yards. The Scarlet Knights also moved the sticks, going 6-for-14 on third down and 3-for-3 on fourth.
“It’s an amazing feeling,” Kaliakmanis said. “It was awesome, but we know we got more work to do.”
Schiano also credited his offense and Kaliakmanis’ performance.
“The whole offense is getting better,” Schiano added. “Athan is a big part of that.”
Monangai returned to the lineup and led Rutgers’ rushing attack with 25 carries for 97 yards and two touchdowns. He also became the first player in program history to record back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons since Ray Rice.
The rollercoaster continues
The bye week seemed to do wonders for Rutgers as it looked more like the team from the first half of the season in the last two weeks than the second. It could not have come at a better time for Schiano’s squad as they are bowl-eligible in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2013-14.
“I think every guy in that room would tell you getting to the bowl was not the goal this year, but it’s all relative,” Schiano said. “I’ll never take it for granted.”
The journey is not over yet though as the Scarlet Knights have two games left with a chance to meet what many had as preseason expectations. In a season that has featured more twists and turns than Kingda Ka, Rutgers fans hope they are on more incline.
Rutgers will return to action next Saturday when it faces No. 24 Illinois at noon (ET) on Peacock.
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Maryland Lottery Pick 3, Pick 4 results for Dec. 18, 2025
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
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The Maryland Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 18, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
Midday: 7-4-7
Evening: 7-9-6
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
Midday: 1-5-7-8
Evening: 2-9-8-5
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Winning Pick 5 numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
Midday: 3-1-2-9-4
Evening: 5-7-1-2-8
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Winning Cash4Life numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
20-26-46-57-60, Cash Ball: 02
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Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
9 a.m.: 10
1 p.m.: 12
6 p.m.: 07
11 p.m.: 10
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Winning Bonus Match 5 numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
02-09-15-21-36, Bonus: 10
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Winning MultiMatch numbers from Dec. 18 drawing
10-23-25-29-39-41
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Maryland Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes above $600, winners can claim by mail or in person from the Maryland Lottery office, an Expanded Cashing Authority Program location or cashiers’ windows at Maryland casinos. Prizes over $5,000 must be claimed in person.
Claiming by Mail
Sign your winning ticket and complete a claim form. Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued ID and a copy of a document that shows proof of your Social Security number or Federal Tax ID number. Mail these to:
Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center
1800 Washington Boulevard
Suite 330
Baltimore, MD 21230
For prizes over $600, bring your signed ticket, a government-issued photo ID, and proof of your Social Security or Federal Tax ID number to Maryland Lottery headquarters, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, MD. Claims are by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This location handles all prize amounts, including prizes over $5,000.
Winning Tickets Worth $25,000 or Less
Maryland Lottery headquarters and select Maryland casinos can redeem winning tickets valued up to $25,000. Note that casinos cannot cash prizes over $600 for non-resident and resident aliens (tax ID beginning with “9”). You must be at least 21 years of age to enter a Maryland casino. Locations include:
- Horseshoe Casino: 1525 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD
- MGM National Harbor: 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD
- Live! Casino: 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD
- Ocean Downs Casino: 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD
- Hollywood Casino: 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway, Perryville, MD
- Rocky Gap Casino: 16701 Lakeview Road NE, Flintstone, MD
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Maryland Lottery.
When are the Maryland Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3, Pick 4 and Pick 5 Midday: 12:27 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12:28 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday.
- Pick 3, 4 and 5 Evening: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- Cash4Life: 9 p.m. ET daily.
- Cash Pop: 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily.
- Bonus Match 5: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- MultiMatch: 7:56 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
- Powerball Double Play: 11 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
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