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VIDEO: Terps Therapy - A Psychological Examination of the Maryland Football Fan
Years of Maryland football have clearly taken a toll on all of us, and this season has been particularly brutal. So, in this special edition of IMS Radio, Larry puts the entire Maryland football fanbase on the therapist's couch for Terp Therapy - A Psychological Examination of the Maryland Football Fan. Through a humorous examination of psychology, philosophy, theology, and mythology, he attempts to answer one simple question: What exactly is wrong with us?
He explores the Five Stages of Grief, Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, the Seven Deadly Sins, and the Hero's Journey to understand the emotional roller coaster of being a Maryland football fan. From irrational preseason optimism and crushing disappointment to anger, apathy, and the inevitable belief that next year will finally be different. It's part football analysis, part group therapy, and part existential crisis. There may be no known cure for Maryland football fandom, but at least we're all suffering together.

The Mike Locksley era at Maryland is approaching its final days, and the latest IMS Radio didn't dance around it. Jeff, Paul and Larry broke down where things stand after three straight losses dropped the Terps to 2-3 and turned what was supposed to be a prove-it season into what now looks like a farewell tour.

When will AD Jim Smith make a move or a comment on Locksley's status? Where do things go from here?

We also got into the Terps basketball side, where Buzz Williams' second season is generating real optimism after last year's 11-21 debut. The roster overhaul has been dramatic, the early returns from summer work have been positive. What would qualify as Williams can realistically turning this thing around with a group that includes DJ Wagner, Pharrel Payne and five-star freshman Baba Oladotun?

And because no IMS Radio episode is complete without someone getting humbled, we closed with Terps hoops trivia, and let's just say the results were not kind to everyone on set. Tune in for more on what's shaping up to be one of the most consequential stretches in recent Maryland athletics history.

With the sun seemingly setting on Mike Locksley's time as Maryland football's head coach, the IMS Crew breaks down the expected timeline of his likely departure, why it hasn't happened yet and what the chances are of him surviving.

Also:

-- Has Malik Washington been disappointing?

-- Will Washington and other players stay if there's a coaching change?

-- Who could be the interim coach if a move is made?

-- What are AD Jim Smith's expectations from the program?

Plus, we answer your questions about Maryland sports!

Mike Locksley's seat is scalding after another big-game loss. Could Maryland make a move? Will the Terps rebound against UCLA? And what have been the biggest issues limiting Maryland football's success.

Plus a bunch of Terps hoops talk as the season gets closer and the scoop on one player opening eyes.

Previewing the big showdown between Virginia Tech and Maryland this weekend:

-- Unit by unit breakdown of which team is better?

-- What will the percentage be of Terps vs. Hokies in the stands?

-- Has Malik Washington proved he's ready?

-- Predictions for the weekend's biggest games.

-- Who wins, Terps or Hokies?

Plus, Ralph Friedgen previews the game, shares wild stories from his coaching days and offers some observations of Mike Locksley's team.

Recapping the Terps 62-0 win over Hampton in the opener, looking ahead to week 2 at UConn, with an appearance from Maryland football's standout center, Michael Hershey.

Plus: What's the word on DeJuan Williams?

Which top-50 basketball recruit could be a Terp soon?

Looking ahead to Maryland-Virginia Tech

How many games will Mike Locksley coach at Maryland next year?

With kickoff of the most important season of his career days away, Maryland football coach Mike Locksley talked about the upcoming season, why he declined a reporter's question, Dontay Joyner's return and more.

From Maryland football's eight-game losing streak to men's basketball's school-record-tying 21 losses, it was a nightmarish year for Maryland athletics. Even a couple of legendary coaches, Sasho Cirovski (soccer) and John Tillman (men's lacrosse) weren't immune from the dark cloud.

Will Maryland bounce back next year? How much hope is there for Terps fans? Can Jim Smith right the ship? And will the new proposed bill restore sanity to college sports? Paul, Jeff and Tony break it all down on the latest IMS Radio.

IMS Radio – Be The Best Podcast – Season 1, Episode 13 – Season Wrap

With Maryland’s loss in the Big Ten Semifinals against Penn State, the Terps missed out on the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2002. This week’s podcast covers the direction of the program moving forward, NIL and revenue share for the program, and Maryland’s ability to land high school recruits.

The guys also discuss the proposed changes to the NCAA Tournament selection criteria and how that might affect Coach Tillman’s scheduling. Finally, the guys go through the NCAA Tournament bracket and give their picks.

IMS Radio – Be The Best Podcast – Season 1, Episode 12 – Daniel Kelly and Bubba Fairman

Two legends joined the Be The Best Podcast this week. Daniel Kelly, former Terps’ attackman, and Bubba Fairman, for All-American midfielder, traded stories about their recruiting journeys and time in College Park.

The guys recapped the win over Rutgers, previewed Thursday night’s Big Ten Semifinal game against Penn State, and then briefly touched on the other Big Ten Semifinal game between Michigan and Johns Hopkins.

Finally, the guys covered the upcoming Ivy League tournament in Ithaca, NY and the ACC Tournament down in Charlotte, NC. Those tournaments will impact the NCAA Tournament bubble.