Miami pulls biggest upset in College Football Playoff history with 24-14 win over Ohio State

Miami pulls biggest upset in College Football Playoff history with 24-14 win over Ohio State

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Key Points:

  • The No. 10 Miami Hurricanes upset No. 2 Ohio State 24-14 in the Cotton Bowl, marking the biggest upset of the College Football Playoff era, as Miami was a 9.5-point underdog at kickoff.
  • Miami's victory ended Ohio State's streak of first-round byes without a win in the 12-team playoff format, extending the record to 0-5 for teams with byes.
  • Miami took a 14-0 halftime lead, highlighted by a pick-6 from Keionte Scott, and sealed the game with a late power run, preventing Ohio State from mounting a comeback.
  • Ohio State’s loss means there will be a new national champion this season, ending