Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame silence doubters by knocking off top-ranked Miami, solidifying their CFP ranking
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Key Points:
- No. 11 Notre Dame handed the previously undefeated Miami Hurricanes their first loss of the season in a highly anticipated game, winning 31-24 after a dramatic fourth quarter.
- Miami struggled offensively early, not scoring a touchdown until late in the third quarter, but mounted a strong comeback attempt that fell short in the final moments.
- Notre Dame's victory is crucial for their College Football Playoff (CFP) hopes, especially after a recent loss to BYU and a challenging upcoming schedule.
- Miami faces questions about their offense moving forward, particularly with star receiver Malachi Toney sidelined until at least the ACC championship due to injury.
- The CFP committee’s upcoming rankings will likely reflect Notre Dame’s strengthened position, while Miami’s playoff chances remain uncertain as they face tough opponents in the final weeks.
