The No. 4 Hurricanes’ offense struggled, but the defense came up big as Miami picked up a key win against in-state rival Florida.

Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) reacts after sacking Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) in the first half during their NCAA football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Saturday, September 20, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ [email protected]

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Billy Napier made promises to recruits he can't keep due to no longer being the head coach of the Florida Gators football team. How can this affect the future of Miami Hurricanes football?

We don’t really settle for less. Can’t get comfortable with just winning. We’ve got to be happy with dominating and playing the full game.’

Carson Beck and Malachi Toney excelled, and the defense did well as the Hurricanes won a “state championship” by beating rival FSU.

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SMU is getting an offensive player back for their game Saturday against Miami. The Mustangs are trying to bounce back from a bad loss.