Williams brings 18 years of college coaching experience with him to College Park, including stops with Marquette, Virginia Tech, and Texas A&M. Over the last three seasons, Williams helped lead the Aggies to three straight NCAA Tournament appearances.

Maryland’s outstanding starting unit — nicknamed the “Crab Five” — is splintering in the wake of Willard’s exit.

Maryland star Derik Queen was noncommittal about his future after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch at the Baltimore Orioles’ home opener.