Roman Hemby was particularly dominant vs. Northwestern per 1 PFF stat
Roman Hemby had the game of his career in Week 8 versus Northwestern.
Hemby finished with 24 carries for 179 yards and 3 TDs, including a 75-yard TD run late in the 4th that essentially iced the game.
Hemby was particularly impressive in one key area. Per PFF, Hemby led all Power 5 backs with 10 missed tackles forced.
Maryland’s Roman Hemby vs. Northwestern
10 missed tackles forced on runs
Most by a P5 RB this week pic.twitter.com/E3zxNjkcK2
— PFF College (@PFF_College) October 23, 2022
Hemby set new career-highs in rushing yards and TDs in the win. Hemby now has 105 carries for 681 yards and 7 TDs on the year, averaging an impressive 6.5 yards per carry. Hemby’s 6.5 YPC is good for 3rd-best in the B1G.
Maryland will have a bye week in Week 9, before heading to Wisconsin in Week 10 for a tough B1G showdown. Hemby will look to add to his impressive season against a tough Badger defense.