Miami Beats Duke 53-31 in Comeback

In a thrilling game, No. 5 Miami Hurricanes (9-0, 5-0 ACC) overcame a double-digit deficit to defeat Duke 53-31, with standout performances from quarterback Cam Ward and wide receiver Xavier Restrepo. Ward threw for 400 yards and five touchdowns, tying the Miami season record for touchdown passes, while Restrepo broke Santana Moss' all-time receiving yards record, finishing with 2,573 yards. Duke initially led 28-17 in the third quarter, but Miami scored five touchdowns in six drives during the second half, showcasing their explosive offense. Despite a strong showing from Duke's Maalik Murphy, who threw for 325 yards, the Blue Devils could not maintain their lead and fell to 6-3. The win marked Miami's continued dominance, as they remain undefeated and are positioned as strong contenders for the season. Duke's coach Manny Diaz faced his former team in a game that highlighted both teams' offensive capabilities, yet ultimately resulted in Miami extending their winning streak against top-five opponents.