The Terps took a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and never looked back, claiming a historic third consecutive bowl victory with their win against the Tigers.
The Terps ran on third-and-6 and kicked a field goal late before the Illini drove down the field and knocked a walk-off field goal through to upset Maryland.
Locksley and Gattis teamed up at Alabama in 2018 as an offensive coordinator and co-offensive coordinator, respectively, and led the Crimson Tide to the national title game.
Taulia Tagovailoa proclaimed his goal of a Big Ten title at the team's media day. Mike Locksley feels comfortable with his team talking about loftier ambitions.