Brown is stellar in starting debut, but Terps defense goes missing in 56-45 loss

Maryland discovered its offensive identity on Saturday. But the search continues for the Terrapins’ defense.

On a night when sophomore quarterback C.J. Brown played spectacularly in his starting debut, he was trumped by Clemson wideout Sammy Watkins and running back Andre Ellington. The pair of speedsters rallied No. 8 Clemson to a thrilling 56-45 victory before 47,961 at Byrd Stadium.