Miami Hurricanes Look to Secure ACC Title Game Berth Against Wake Forest
No. 8 Miami aims to rebound from its first loss of the season and maintain College Football Playoff hopes with a win in its final home game.
- Miami (9-1) must win its final two regular-season games, starting with Wake Forest, to secure a spot in the ACC Championship and stay in College Football Playoff contention.
- Wake Forest (4-6) faces a must-win scenario to keep its bowl eligibility hopes alive, needing victories in its final two games.
- Miami quarterback Cam Ward, the nation's leader in passing yards and touchdowns, is poised for a strong performance against Wake Forest's struggling secondary, which ranks among the worst in the nation.
- The Hurricanes are addressing defensive issues exposed in their loss to Georgia Tech, focusing on alignment and communication during their bye week.
- Saturday marks the final home game for over two dozen Miami seniors, including key players like Xavier Restrepo and kicker Andres Borregales, who will be honored at Hard Rock Stadium.