Miami rides opportunistic defense to CFP quarterfinal upset of Ohio State
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Key Points:
- Miami Hurricanes upset No. 2 Ohio State 24-14 in the Cotton Bowl, advancing to the College Football Playoff national semifinals for the first time in program history.
- Miami's defense dominated, with Akheem Mesidor and Rueben Bain combining for five sacks and holding Ohio State to just 45 rushing yards.
- Miami quarterback Carson Beck threw for 138 yards and rushed for 23 yards, while running back Mark Fletcher Jr. contributed 90 rushing yards, 25 receiving yards, and a touchdown.
- Ohio State's wide receiver Jeremiah Smith had a standout performance with seven catches for 157 yards and a touchdown but could not overcome Miami's defensive pressure.
- The victory marks a turning point for Miami
