Miami Gardens, FL
Nov 2, 2024
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The Miami Hurricanes started strong against the Duke Blue Devils, establishing an early advantage with a 14-7 lead by the end of the first quarter. Miami's quarterback, Cam Ward, displayed exceptional command of the offense, orchestrating multiple scoring drives. However, Duke kept pace and surged ahead to a 21-17 halftime lead. The third quarter saw Miami's offensive unit rebound, with Ward continuing to deliver precise passes, helping the Hurricanes reclaim the lead at 32-28.
In the fourth quarter, Miami amplified their effort, securing 21 unanswered points to clinch a convincing 53-31 victory. The Hurricanes' defense played a critical role by generating key turnovers that thwarted Duke's comeback attempts. Miami's aerial assault, spearheaded by record-setting performances from both Ward and Xavier Restrepo, overwhelmed Duke's secondary. Restrepo's remarkable catch-and-run into the record books symbolized Miami's triumph and offensive dominance for the day.
Xavier Restrepo (Miami)
On the game's opening drive, Restrepo caught a 34-yard touchdown pass from Ward to establish Miami's offensive tone for the day.
Maalik Murphy (Duke)
Murphy connected with Sahmir Hagans on a 27-yard touchdown strike, capitalizing on a well-executed pick to level the score.
OJ Frederique Jr. (Miami)
Frederique Jr. intercepted a pass from Murphy and returned it 30 yards. This pivotal play set up Miami's go-ahead score, shifting momentum significantly in the Hurricanes' favor.
Xavier Restrepo (Miami)
Secured a record-breaking 66-yard touchdown catch-and-run, cementing Miami's victory and his place in the Hurricanes' record books for career receiving yards.
Chandler Rivers (Duke)
Intercepted a pass from Ward and momentarily stymied the Hurricanes' offensive surge, though Duke's subsequent possession failed to yield points.
Jacolby George (Miami)
Caught a 49-yard touchdown pass from Ward, extending Miami's lead and showcasing a well-executed deep route.
Cam Ward (Miami, QB)
Passed for 400 yards and five touchdowns, showing leadership and command of Miami's high-powered offense.
Xavier Restrepo (Miami, WR)
Broke Miami's all-time career records for catches and receiving yards, capping his day with three touchdowns, including a game-sealing 66-yarder.
Maalik Murphy (Duke, QB)
Completed multiple touchdown drives, keeping Duke competitive with 325 passing yards despite the challenge of Miami's defense.
Romans Frederique Jr. (Miami, DB)
Turned the tide with a crucial interception in the third quarter, setting up Miami's go-ahead touchdown drive.
Peyton Jones (Duke, RB)
A dual-threat player, contributed with both rushing and receiving touchdowns, totaling 132 yards from scrimmage.
Duke Blue Devils
7
14
7
3
31
Miami Dolphins
14
3
15
21
53
