Brian Kelly interviews for Maryland job in Big Ten twist

Brian Kelly has interviewed for Maryland’s vacant head football coach position and is reportedly among the leading candidates. The move could return the former Notre Dame and LSU coach to the sidelines after a season working as a college football analyst.

Maryland began its search after Mike Locksley stepped down in October, when the team was 2-5; interim coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim has since gone 1-1. Kelly, 65, was fired by LSU after a 34-14 record and reportedly received a $54 million buyout. He has said he wants to coach again if the right opportunity arises, and has praised Maryland’s Big Ten standing, recruiting area and facilities.