Miami Hurricanes Defeat Wake Forest 42-14

The Miami Hurricanes secured a decisive 42-14 victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Senior Day, significantly boosting their chances for the 2024 ACC Championship game. Despite a slow start, Miami's quarterback Cam Ward rebounded with a strong performance, completing 27 of 38 passes for 280 yards and three total touchdowns. The Hurricanes' defense was dominant, shutting out Wake Forest in the second half and limiting them to just 193 total yards, with no completed passes after halftime. This win improves Miami's record to 10-1, while Wake Forest falls to 4-7, ending their hopes for a bowl appearance this season. With critical games ahead, Miami is focusing on maintaining momentum as they prepare for Syracuse next week. Coach Mario Cristobal emphasized the importance of staying focused and taking it one game at a time amid playoff implications.