Notre Dame secured a 28-3 victory over Miami University, improving to a 3-1 record for the season while the RedHawks fell to 0-3. Despite a shaky start, including offensive miscues and special teams lapses, Notre Dame managed to control the game with key plays from quarterback Riley Leonard, who had 297 total yards and three touchdowns. Miami's defense initially held strong, forcing a fumble early in the third quarter, but their efforts were thwarted by a blocked field goal attempt in the fourth quarter. Coach Marcus Freeman's team showed signs of inconsistency, reminiscent of their earlier loss to Northern Illinois. Miami's head coach Chuck Martin, who has ties to Notre Dame, acknowledged the challenge of facing the physically gifted Irish team.