‘Put the standard on display:’ If Hurricanes want to save season, it starts vs. Syracuse

‘Put the standard on display’: Hurricanes Aim to Revive Season Against Syracuse

The Miami Hurricanes entered the season with high hopes of competing for a national championship. Those goals are now in jeopardy after the team dropped two of its last three games, leaving its playoff ambitions hanging by a thread.

“All we can control is how we play Saturday and the result of that game. Can’t look back.”

With four regular-season games remaining, Miami must win each one to stay in contention for the 12-team College Football Playoff. The uphill climb begins against Syracuse, the same opponent that crushed the Hurricanes’ hopes a year ago.

Rematch with Syracuse

The Hurricanes (6-2, 2-2 ACC) will host the Syracuse Orange (3-6, 1-5 ACC) at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m., and ESPN will broadcast the matchup.

Last season, Miami fell to Syracuse 42-38 after blowing a three-touchdown lead, a collapse that cost them a spot in both the ACC Championship Game and the College Football Playoff. This weekend offers a shot at redemption.

“It’ll mean a lot to us, those returning players,” said redshirt sophomore cornerback Damari Brown. “We just want to get another win.”

Turning the Page

To keep their postseason hopes alive, the Hurricanes must rebound quickly from their recent overtime loss to SMU. Saturday’s game marks the start of a crucial four-game stretch that will decide whether Miami’s season ends in disappointment or revival.

Author’s summary: Miami faces Syracuse in a must-win clash that could define the trajectory of its fading playoff hopes after a turbulent stretch of losses.

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Miami Herald Miami Herald — 2025-11-06

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