No. 12 Maryland men’s lacrosse vs. No. 9 Ohio State preview

Eric Spanos showed flashes of his game-changing ability last season for No. 12 Maryland men’s lacrosse. The senior attacker recorded 11 multi-goal quarters in 2025, highlighted by his six-goal performance during the Terps’ 13-5 NCAA Tournament victory over Air Force.

But after a disastrous offensive showing in its Big Ten opener, Maryland needed Spanos to step up in just his second game back from injury. He exceeded expectations, etching his name among the program’s legends. Behind a four-goal second quarter, Spanos dazzled with eight goals against Michigan — the program’s most in a single game since 2021.

With less scoring responsibility, Leo Johnson embraced the facilitator role. Johnson dished out three assists alongside a pair of goals to complement Spanos’ brilliant game. Outside of that duo, the Terps failed to receive much from their other attackers.

Against one of the best defenses in the nation — No. 9 Ohio State has conceded the fewest goals per game — Maryland will need its supporting cast to shine. The magnitude of Saturday’s game adds to the pressure.