Miami defeats Ole Miss in Fiesta Bowl to book spot in National Championship
Miami secured a 31-27 win over Ole Miss with a 15-play, late scoring drive led by quarterback Carson Beck to reach the College Football Playoff National Championship.
- Yesterday, the Miami Hurricanes defeated the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27 at State Farm Stadium, with Carson Beck's final 18-second rushing touchdown clinching the Fiesta Bowl win and national championship berth.
- With long, clock‑consuming drives, Miami Hurricanes executed a 15-play, 75-yard drive lasting 7:41, while Kewan Lacy, Ole Miss running back , faced injury limits.
- Carson Beck, Miami quarterback, completed 268 passing yards and two touchdowns, Keelan Marion, Miami wide receiver, had seven catches for 114 yards including a 52-yard touchdown, and Mark Fletcher Jr., Miami running back, rushed for 133 yards.
- The victory guarantees Miami a return to Hard Rock Stadium on Jan. 19, where the Hurricanes will play the Peach Bowl winner for the national title.
- Beyond the result, the Fiesta Bowl’s chaotic fourth quarter with four lead changes highlighted CFP unpredictability as Miami Hurricanes pursue their first national title in 25 years under Mario Cristobal from the Nick Saban coaching tree.
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