Minnesota’s defense appeared to have Maryland QB Taulia Tagovailoa down in the backfield for a big sack. But when the first-year starter for the Terps turned on the jetpack, he wasn’t going to be caught by anyone.

Tagovailoa turned what appeared to be a guaranteed sack into a 39-yard touchdown run for the Terps. It was the team’s second drive of the game, meaning Maryland scored on each of its first two possessions.

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Last week, Maryland didn’t get into the end zone at all against Northwestern in a 43-3 loss.

Here’s Tagovailoa showing off his incredible mobility on his way to the end zone:

Through the first two drives, Tagovailoa complete 6-of-7 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown — an 8-yard strike to Jake Funk. He also had 3 carries for 64 yards and a touchdown.

It’s a much better start for Maryland and head coach Mike Locksley than a week ago.