No. 3 Miami Remains Undefeated, Overcomes late Rally to Defeat No. 18 Florida State
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Miami solidified its position as a College Football Playoff contender with a hard-fought 28-22 victory over Florida State Saturday night at Doak Campbell Stadium. The Hurricanes, now 5-1 on the season and 1-0 in ACC play, built a commanding 25-point lead before a late Seminole surge made the final score deceptively close.
Dominant Performance Sets the Tone
The Seminoles opened the game with a 70-yard drive,but were ultimately forced to settle for a field goal.Following that initial score, Miami fully took control of the contest. The Hurricanes’ defense stifled Florida State’s high-powered offense, limiting them to just 161 yards and preventing any further points through the next seven possessions. By the middle of the fourth quarter, Florida State had thrown more interceptions (two) than completions of over 20 yards (one), a stark illustration of Miami’s defensive dominance.
hurricanes unleash Passing Attack
After relying heavily on its rushing attack earlier in the season, Miami showcased a dynamic passing game against the Seminoles. Quarterback Carson beck, a transfer from Georgia, completed 19 of his first 23 passes and threw for four touchdowns. Beck’s receivers proved instrumental in the offensive success.
Freshman Malachi toney emerged as a key threat, scoring on runs of 40 and 44 yards – the latter coming on a bold fourth-and-2 decision by head coach Mario Cristobal and his staff. CJ Daniels also contributed significantly, scoring a 26-yard touchdown reception in the second half, adding to an earlier score.
Late Rally Not Enough for florida State
Despite the Hurricanes’ commanding lead, Florida State mounted a frantic 19-point rally in the closing minutes. This late surge ultimately proved insufficient,as Miami held on for the 28-22 victory. The final score, while closer than the majority of the game indicated, does not fully reflect the Hurricanes’ overall control.
Looking Ahead
Miami will enjoy a bye week before hosting Louisville on Friday, Oct. 17. Florida State, now 3-2 overall and 0-2 in ACC play, will return home to face pitt next Saturday. This win significantly boosts Miami’s College Football Playoff aspirations, establishing them as a force to be reckoned with in the ACC and nationally.
Why: No. 3 Miami faced off against no.18 Florida State in a crucial ACC matchup with College Football Playoff implications.
Who: Miami defeated Florida State. Key players included Miami quarterback Carson Beck, and freshman running back malachi Toney.
What: Miami secured a 28-22 victory over Florida State, maintaining their undefeated record. The Hurricanes dominated for much of the game, building a substantial lead before a late rally by the Seminoles.
How: Miami’s defense stifled Florida State’s offense, while Carson Beck led a potent passing attack with four touchdown passes. A bold fourth-down conversion helped extend a scoring drive. Despite a late Florida State comeback, Miami held on to win.
