The Miami football team secured a thrilling 52-45 victory over Louisville, avoiding a potential upset in a game filled with dramatic moments. The Hurricanes, now ranked No. 6 nationally, improved to a perfect 7-0 this season. Quarterback Cam Ward enhanced his Heisman Trophy candidacy with 319 passing yards and four touchdown throws. Both Xavier Restrepo and Sam Brown Jr. recorded over 100 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown, while Damien Martinez sealed the game with a 30-yard touchdown run that featured an impressive display of strength against multiple tacklers.
Louisville, boasting one of the highest-scoring offenses in the nation, put up a strong fight. The Cardinals tied the game temporarily after a dynamic 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Caullin Lacy, which was followed by a fumble recovery that facilitated Ja’Corey Brooks’ touchdown catch. Despite Miami’s lead, a close call occurred when a pass play involving Ward was initially ruled a fumble, but after a review, it was revised to an incomplete pass, allowing Miami to retain their advantage.
Louisville’s quarterback Tyler Shough had an impressive showing with 342 yards and four touchdowns, while freshman running back Isaac Brooks contributed significantly with 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns, including a spectacular 43-yard touchdown run.
Looking ahead, Miami’s next challenge is their in-state rival, Florida State, who unexpectedly started the season with a 1-6 record after finishing 13-0 the previous year and winning the ACC championship.
The game featured several noteworthy moments, including:
– An onside kick attempt by Louisville that was recovered by Restrepo, allowing Miami to run down the clock.
– Brooks scoring a touchdown with 54 seconds remaining, narrowing the gap but ultimately resulting in a Miami victory.
– Martinez’s powerful touchdown run that paved the way for Miami’s lead as the game approached its final moments.
– A crucial defensive play that reversed a potential fumble-return touchdown for Louisville during the fourth quarter.
In the end, Miami maintained their unbeaten record, emphasizing their strong offensive capabilities while overcoming a determined Louisville team. The final score of the game was 52-45 in favor of the Hurricanes.