Stewart had been with the Terps for three seasons.
“We appreciate Brian’s contributions to our program over the past three seasons,” coach Randy Edsall said in a statement. “Brian played an integral role in developing our student-athletes both on and off the field during his time at Maryland. While overseeing the defense he helped elevate our program to compete in one of the nation’s premier conferences. In our conversations, we both felt this was the best of course of action for Brian and his family, and the Maryland football program. I wish Brian the best in his future endeavors.”
Inside linebackers coach Keith Dudzinski has been promoted to defensive coordinator.
Stewart joined Maryland in 2012 after spending the previous two seasons with Houston. Prior to that, he spent nine years as an assistant with four different NFL teams.
Stewart had signed a multiyear contract extension last January after the Terps finished eighth nationally in tackles for loss, 18th nationally in sacks per game and 44th in total defense. However, those numbers slipped in 2014 and Maryland ranked 12th in the Big Ten in total defense and 13th in pass defense.
“I truly enjoyed working with the coaches, student-athletes and administration at the University of Maryland,” Stewart said in a statement. “It was an exciting time to be a part of this program, and I will always have great memories and relationships from my time in College Park. After talking with my family and then meeting with Randy, we both agreed that this was best direction moving forward. I would like to thank Randy for the opportunity to coordinate the defense for the past three seasons. I also want to express my appreciation to the defensive staff and players for their hard work and commitment to the football program.”
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