<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a></strong> season is entering one of its most exciting and decisive stretches, with two programs looking to make history: the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> and the <strong>Texas A&amp;M Aggies</strong>. Texas’ Kyle Field will set the stage for this compelling showdown between two first-time College Football Playoff participants eager to validate what they’ve accomplished throughout the season.</p>



<p>Mario Cristobal’s squad punched its ticket at the final moments of the CFP bracket reveal, earning a spot ahead of traditional powers like Notre Dame. The bold decision to bring in Carson Beck paid off, as <strong>a 10–2 record propelled the Hurricanes into the postseason.</strong></p>



<p>The outlook is different for Mike Elko and his group, who suffered just one loss all season—a 27–17 defeat against the Longhorns—and enter the playoff as the No. 7 seed. Texas A&amp;M has emerged as one of the most consistent and battle-tested teams of the regular season.</p>



<h2>What happens if Miami loses to Texas A&amp;M?</h2>



<p>If the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a> lose this afternoon to the Texas A&amp;M Aggies, <strong>the result would immediately eliminate them from contention for the National Championship Game</strong>. After a strong regular-season campaign, a failure to get past their current opponent would bring Miami’s College Football Playoff run to an end.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251220_BUS_548465_miami-hurricanes_e07242e3.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Miami Hurricanes" class="wp-image-548482"></figure><figcaption>Charmar Brown #6 of the Miami Hurricanes celebrates with Carson Beck.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>What happens if Miami defeats Texas A&amp;M?</h2>


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<p>If Miami defeats <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-am">Texas A&amp;M</a>, <strong>they will officially advance to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff</strong>. This victory would secure their spot in a prestigious Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, where <strong>they would likely face Ohio State</strong> in a high-stakes showdown for a place in the semifinals.</p>



<h2>When and where do Miami and Texas A&amp;M play?</h2>



<p>The No. 10 Miami Hurricanes face the No. 7 Texas A&amp;M Aggies today, Saturday, December 20, 2025, <strong>at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 PM ET.</strong></p>

What happens if Miami loses or wins against Texas A&M today in 2025 CFP?

What happens if Miami loses or wins against Texas A&amp;M today in 2025 CFP? - Bolavip US

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<p>In one shocking turn of events, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/notre-dame">Notre Dame Fighting Irish</a></strong> were left out of the <strong>College Football Playoff</strong>. In their place, in came the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong>. Folllowing the controversial decision, Athletic Director <strong>Pete Bevacqua</strong> has taken a vivid shot at the <strong>Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC)</strong>.</p>



<p>The school in South Bend, Indiana, is making its frustration visible after the Fighting Irish (10-2) were left out of the College Football Playoff for the 10-2 (6-2 ACC) <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Hurricanes</a>. At the end of the day, the head-to-head record was the tiebreaker between the two rival schools. In addition to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/notre-dame-makes-strong-decision-after-being-left-out-of-2025-college-football-playoffs">strong decision made by Notre Dame after being left out of the CFP</a>, Bevacqua is now  aiming at the entire Atlantic Coast Conference now. </p>



<p><em>“I have tremendous respect for Miami and every team in the ACC. <strong>We were mystified by the actions of the conference</strong>… to attack their biggest business partner in football and a member of their conference in 24 other sports,” Bevacqua stated, via The Dan Patrick Show. “They have certainly <strong>done permanent damage to the relationship</strong> between the conference and Notre Dame. </em></p>



<p>“<em>We didn’t appreciate the fact we were singled out repeatedly and compared to Miami. Not by Miami. Miami has every right to do that. But it raised a lot of eyebrows here that <strong>the conference was taking shots at us</strong>.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251208_BUS_541856_marcus-freeman_b86f8d9f.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Marcus Freeman arriving for a game" class="wp-image-513277" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px"></figure><figcaption>Marcus Freeman at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas. </figcaption></figure>



<h2>Safe to say Notre Dame is staying independent</h2>



<p>As Notre Dame is one of a select group of independent schools in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a>, Bevacqua’s statements <strong>carry much more weight and symbolism</strong>. While many fans are angry at the Selection Committee, the AD in South Bend shined a light on the ACC, hinting the conference tipped the scale in favor of Miami. </p>


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<p>Now, it’s safe to assume <strong>Notre Dame football program won’t be joining the Atlantic Coast Conference any time soon</strong>—at least not while the wounds are still fresh and open from what some believe to be a betrayal by the ACC toward the Irish.</p>



<p>It’s a tale as old as time in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>. Notre Dame knows what it wins and loses by staying independent. This time, the Fighting Irish have gotten the short end of the stick. As for the ACC, the conference vouched for a member school to make the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-final-rankings-and-bracket-revealed-which-teams-are-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CFP bracket</a> instead of an independent program in college football, so it really can’t be blamed. However, the story might be seen quite differently in South Bend.</p>



<h2>Bevacqua confirms eyebrow-raising clause</h2>



<p>While the Fighting Irish are irate at the latest CFP decision, pointing the finger at collusion by the conferences, they are proving to be once bitten twice shy. Now, a report has come out indicating Notre Dame has <strong>signed a term protecting itself from ever being in the same spot again.</strong></p>



<p><em>“I don’t want to say too much about the memorandum of understanding, but that’s certainly been reported and it’s out there, and <strong>what you said is accurate</strong>,” </em>Bevacqua said on<em> The Dan Patrick Show. “Correct, [if Notre Dame is ranked in the top-12 next year, the school is automatically in].”</em></p>



<p>According to a report from a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between the CFP and Notre Dame, the independent school automatically clinches a playoff berth if it’s ranked 12 or higher in the final college football rankings. Though the report made much noise around the country, Bevacqua has now confirmed it. Needless to say, it didn’t take long for fans to point at <strong>what many call preferential treatment for Notre Dame.</strong></p>


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Not Marcus Freeman: Notre Dame key figure fires candid shot at ACC after CFP snub for Miami

Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua fires candid shot at ACC after CFP snub for Miami - Bolavip US

Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua fires candid shot at ACC after CFP snub for Miami

<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-final-rankings-and-bracket-revealed-which-teams-are-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs">The final brackets for the upcoming College Football Playoffs</a> have been revealed, and to the surprise of many, the <strong>Notre Dame Fighting Irish were left out of the main field</strong>. Instead, the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Miami Hurricanes earned the privilege of competing for a spot in the National Championship Game.</p>



<p>Regarding the situation, insider Pete Thamel revealed on his X account that <strong>CFP Chair Hunter Yurachek explained the reasons</strong> behind the committee’s decision to leave Marcus Freeman’s team out of this decisive stage.</p>



<p><strong><em>“Once we moved Miami ahead of BYU, we had that side-by-side comparison (with ND) that everyone had been hungering for,”</em></strong> Yurachek said. <em>“<strong>The one metric we had to fall back on was the head-to-head</strong>.</em>” He also added that Miami and Notre Dame’s resumes <em>“almost equal.”</em></p>



<h2>Alabama makes the cut despite final-game loss</h2>



<p>Despite a tough defeat against Georgia in their final outing, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama</a> successfully earned an at-large bid and secured a spot in the newly expanded CFP field.</strong> The committee’s decision highlighted the value of its entire season resume, which included multiple impressive victories over ranked opponents and overall strength of schedule.</p>



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<p>While the loss cost the Crimson Tide a first-round bye, their body of work was deemed strong enough to land them an opening-round matchup against Oklahoma, <strong>affirming their inclusion as one of the nation’s 12 best teams.</strong></p>


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<h2>Hurricanes clinch a spot in the Top 12</h2>



<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a> cemented their return to national prominence</strong> by earning a coveted spot in the CFP, effectively dispatching rivals of the caliber of Notre Dame and BYU for inclusion. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251207_BUS_541179_carson-beck-1_32c60f73.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Carson Beck Hurricanes QB" class="wp-image-483068" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px"></figure><figcaption>Carson Beck #11 of the Miami Hurricanes.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Their impressive run through a rigorous schedule, capped by key victories, demonstrated their undeniable quality and justified their ranking in the CFP final rankings. It all started with a <strong>season opening win over Notre Dame, which ultimately gave Miami the upper hand</strong> in the committee’s decision.</p>



<p>By securing a bid, the Hurricanes showcased a stronger overall resume than both <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/notre-dame">Notre Dame</a> and BYU, proving they were one of the 12 most deserving teams in the country and <strong>setting up an exciting first-round showdown with Texas A&amp;M.</strong></p>

CFP breaks silence on choosing Miami, Alabama over Notre Dame for the playoffs

CFP breaks silence on choosing Miami, Alabama over Notre Dame for the playoffs - Bolavip US

<p>The wait is finally over. In a long-awaited Selection Day, the <strong>College Football Playoff Selection Committee</strong> has announced the <strong>final rankings</strong> to determine which <strong>12 teams</strong> will compete in the <strong>2025 CFP</strong>, setting up the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> <strong>postseason bracket</strong> and the <strong>bowl games</strong>:</p>



<ol><li>Indiana</li><li>Ohio State</li><li>Georgia</li><li>Texas Tech</li><li>Oregon</li><li>Ole Miss</li><li>Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Oklahoma</li><li>Alabama</li><li>Miami</li><li>Tulane</li><li>James Madison</li></ol>



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<p>While the top seeds didn’t take anyone by surprise, the final spots did give plenty to talk about. After days of speculation, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-breaks-silence-on-choosing-miami-alabama-over-notre-dame-for-the-playoffs">CFP committee ended up <strong>leaving the Notre Dame Fighting Irish out</strong></a> of the postseason, with BYU listed as the second team out.</p>



<p>Instead, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-final-rankings-and-bracket-revealed-which-teams-are-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs">Alabama and Miami were ranked higher than Notre Dame</a>. A decision that will probably have people discussing for weeks, since these three teams <strong>had a very similar season</strong>.</p>



<h2>College Football Playoff Bowl Games set</h2>



<p>With the playoff field set, so are this year’s bowl games. <strong>Ohio State has been assigned the Cotton Bowl</strong> game, facing the winner of Miami vs Texas A&amp;M. Tulane and Ole Miss will play for the right to face <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/georgia">Georgia</a> in the Sugar Bowl</strong>, whereas <strong>Indiana will play the Rose Bowl</strong> against Alabama or Oklahoma. <strong>Texas Tech will take part in the Orange Bowl</strong> against the winner of Oregon-James Madison.</p>



<ul><li>Dec. 19, 8PM ET – Alabama @ OU</li><li>Dec. 20, 12PM ET – Miami @ A&amp;M</li><li>Dec. 20, 3:30PM ET – Tulane @ Ole Miss</li><li>Dec. 20, 7:30PM ET – JMU @ Oregon</li></ul>



<ul><li>Dec. 31, 7:30PM ET – <strong>Cotton Bowl</strong> – Ohio State</li><li>Jan. 1, 12PM ET – <strong>Orange Bowl</strong> – Texas Tech</li><li>Jan. 1, 4PM ET – <strong>Rose Bowl</strong> – <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indiana">Indiana</a></li><li>Jan. 1, 8PM ET – <strong>Sugar Bowl</strong> – Georgia</li></ul>



<h2>Alabama and Miami in, Notre Dame out of 2025 CFP</h2>



<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama</a> Crimson Tide dropped to 10-3 after suffering a blowout loss to the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers</strong> on the national spotlight in the 2025 SEC Championship Game, yet Kalen DeBoer’s men <strong>weren’t affected by it</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Miami finished 10-2, just like Notre Dame, but the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Hurricanes</a>‘ win over the Fighting Irish in the season opener</strong> appeared to give Mario Cristobal’s team the upper hand.</p>



<p>With only 12 teams making the postseason, Marcus Freeman’s boys will be unable to try and redeem themselves from their loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes in last year’s final. Instead, Miami will have a shot at <strong>chasing the title decider at home.</strong></p>



<h2>When and where will the CFP National Championship Game take place?</h2>



<p>This season’s College Football Playoff National Championship Game <strong>will be held on Monday, January 19, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida</strong>. Needless to say, a golden opportunity for the Hurricanes after narrowly making the playoff field.</p>

CFP final rankings, bracket, schedule, and bowl games revealed: Which teams are playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs?

CFP final rankings, bracket, schedule, and bowl games revealed: Which teams are playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs? - Bolavip US

CFP final rankings, field, bracket, schedule, and bowl games set

<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">College Football</a></strong> Playoff are incredibly fun to be a part of. Unfortunately for <strong>Notre Dame</strong>, the program was left out by the CFP selection committee. However, <strong>Alabama</strong> and <strong>Miami</strong> are playing for a chance to go on a run all the way to the National Championship. Why is this?</p>



<p><strong>The fact is that the selection committee ranked <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alabama</a> and Miami higher than Notre Dame</strong>. This will surely be controversial as there is a case for Notre Dame to be good enough whether it’s because of head to head matters or overall resume. Still, it wasn’t enough for the historic program to fit into the 12-team bracket.</p>



<p>This is yet another example of the CFP selection committee making controversial calls, as many analysts thought <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/notre-dame" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Notre Dame</a> was arguably a top 10 team to end the season. However, <strong>the fact that the Fighting Irish lost to Miami might have been the definitive factor to put the Hurricanes in.</strong> Rules to get in must be clearer.</p>



<h2>It’s a heartbreaking moment for Notre Dame</h2>



<p>The fact that not only was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami</a> in and Notre Dame excluded, but Alabama at 10-3 also got in over the Fighting Irish must be devastating for the program. <strong>Alabama also ended with a blowout loss in the SEC Championship game to Georgia</strong>. Apparently, that wasn’t enough for the selection committee to give Notre Dame the nod.</p>



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<p><strong>Alabama is the first three-loss team to make the CFP Playoff as an at-large participant</strong>. Also, Notre Dame was ahead of Miami for every playoff rankings iteration this year despite losing to them. All in all, this is as crushing as it could get for Notre Dame.</p>


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<h2>Other teams might also feel snubbed</h2>



<p>While programs like Tulane and James Madison are in the CFP Playoff bracket, others like Notre Dame, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas</a>, BYU and Vanderbilt were left out. <strong>Records aside, there is an argument that all these four teams are better than Tulane and James Madison</strong>, but this just proves one of two things: the selection committee must change the way the teams are ranked, or the playoffs must have 16 teams as opposed to only 12 programs.</p>



<p>After all, the SBC and the AAC are not exactly the best conferences in College Football. The tiebreakers are also bringing a heavy dose of controversy as they are too complex. <strong>Analysts are very eager to make it simpler in a more conventional ranking system</strong>. </p>

Why are Alabama and Miami and not Notre Dame playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs?

Why are Alabama and Miami and not Notre Dame playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs? - Bolavip US

<p>It’s Rivalry Week and the ACC has a huge game between the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami Hurricanes</a></strong> and <strong>Pittsburgh</strong>. The result of the game could have big implications so let’s take a look on the different scenarios.</p>



<p>For Miami, <strong>they need to win and also need a plethora of different results and combinations to go to the championship game</strong>. For instance, they need to win and any of the following results:</p>



<ul><li>UCA loss and Duke loss</li><li>SMU loss, Duke loss and UVA loss and NCSU win</li><li>SMU loss, Duke loss, UVA loss, UNC win and SYR win</li><li>SMU loss, Duke loss, UCA loss, UNC win, BC win and finish higher than both GT and SMU in SportSource Analytics ranking</li><li>SMU loss, Duke loss, UVA win, NCSU win and SYR win</li><li>SMU loss, Duke loss, UVA win, NCSU win, BC win and finish higher than both GT and SMU in SportSource Analytics ranking</li><li>SMU loss, Duke win, UVA loss and NCSU win</li><li>SMU win, Duke win, UVA loss, NCSU win and finish higher than Duke in SportSource Analytics ranking</li></ul>



<h2>A loss is devastating for Miami (FL)</h2>



<p>A win gives Miami all those options to go to the championship. However, a loss is absolutely devastating for the program. To make it even harder for the Hurricanes, they face <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh</a>. <strong>The Panthers also need a win and either a UVA loss or an SMU loss to go to the championship game</strong>. Hence, Pittsburgh will play to win.</p>



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<p>Miami has an ACC record of 5-2 and an overall record of 9-2. Actually, the Hurricanes also have one of the best defenses in the nation as their 14.5 opponent points per game ranks seventh-best out of 136. <strong>If quarterback Carson Beck plays great, it’s very hard to beat Miami, but Beck is highly inconsistent</strong>.</p>


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<h2>The Panthers have a worst record but are better in the ACC</h2>



<p>The beauty -or mess- about <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">College Football</a> is that both records matter. Whether it’s for the right to play in the conference championship game or to go to the CFB Playoff directly. Pittsburgh is 8-3 overall and that won’t cut it for the playoff. However, due to the Panthers’ 6-1 ACC record, <strong>they are still on the mix to win to go to the ACC championship</strong>. If they win the conference, a playoff run awaits.</p>



<p>It’s the reverse case for the Hurricanes. Miami has a better record, but given their two ACC losses, <strong>they are now in a world of trouble needing miracles to stay alive in the conference.</strong></p>

What happens if Miami Hurricanes lose or win vs Pittsburgh today, November 29?

What happens if Miami Hurricanes lose or win vs Pittsburgh today, November 29? - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carson Beck</a></strong> and the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> can’t get out of their own way. After yet another gut-wrenching defeat to an ACC opponent—this time the <strong>SMU Mustangs</strong>—the transfer quarterback delivered a straightforward comment for the <strong>college football</strong> program in Coral Gables.</p>



<p>It seemed Miami had the game in the bag during its visit to SMU in Dallas. However, a late field goal tied the game at 20 apiece and forced overtime, where the Hurricanes crumbled. Beck threw an interception in overtime, <strong>leaving the game on a silver platter for the Mustangs</strong> to win with a walk-off touchdown. That they did, and Miami now finds itself in a pit of uncertainty in the 2025 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> </strong>season.</p>



<p>Beck is on the spotlight. The Georgia transfer joined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami</a> with sky-high expectations fixed upon himself. Since arriving in Vice City, <strong>Beck has had a mixed bag of superb and subpar outings with the Hurricanes</strong>. Against SMU, Beck took too many risks, and it came back to bite the Canes. After the game, the quarterback sent a sincere message to his teammates.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>It’s really tough to lose like that</strong>,” </em>Beck admitted per<em> Miami Herald. “<strong>Just stay together</strong>. We can’t separate. We have to do what we’ve said that we are the entire year. That’s having a connection, that’s playing as a team and that’s staying in unity regardless of what happened. That’s all we can do.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251102_BUS_519768_carson-beck-1-1024x576_f0c6f2a9.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Carson Beck " class="wp-image-519866" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Carson Beck #11 of the Miami Hurricanes on November 01, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. </figcaption></figure>



<h2>Aftermath math</h2>



<p>After yet another loss within the ACC, <strong>Miami is now 6-2 in the NCAA but 2-2 against league opponents</strong>. As it stands, there are six programs above the Hurricanes in the ACC standings. Needless to say, the odds of making the Championship Game are looking slim and none for Miami.</p>


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<p><strong>Virginia (8-1, 5-0 conference) remains the lone undefeated team within the ACC</strong>. Right on its trail, are schools like Georgia Tech and Pittsburgh (both 5-1 ACC). Meanwhile, Louisville, Duke, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/smu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SMU</a> are the last teams with one loss within league play in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a> season.</p>



<p>Miami can still aspire to a 6-2 record in the conference schedule, but it <strong>would need help from other teams</strong> to make the ACC Championship Game. The decisive matchup will be played at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.</p>



<h2>Down go the Canes</h2>



<p>As Miami played its first game outside of Florida this year, the Hurricanes disappointed fans across the country with their loss to the Mustangs. As a result, the <strong>margin for error is now even smaller for Beck and company</strong>. The AP Top 25 poll came out after Week 10, and Miami stumbled from the 10th spot to 18th. Needless to say, another loss within the conference would take the school in Coral Gables out of the Top 25 altogether.</p>


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Beck issues honest message to Miami after deflating overtime loss against SMU

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carson Beck</a></strong> and the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> bounced back after their first loss of the 2025 <strong>NCAA </strong>season. With a dominant showing against the <strong>Stanford Cardinal</strong>, the Canes showed the rest of the league the ‘U is back’, despite a misstep in the ACC schedule last week.</p>



<p>It wasn’t always pretty, but <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami</a> got the job done over Stanford. Beck and the offense had a very quiet first half, but they hit their stride during the second half, and that was <strong>enough to blow Stanford out of the water</strong>. </p>



<p>Boasting a 6-1 record in the 2025 <strong>college football</strong> campaign, the Hurricanes have reason to believe they can give any program a run for their money. After the win at Hard Rock Stadium, <strong>true freshman sensation Malachi Toney</strong> made that clear with a bold statement.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>That right there was the standard</strong>. University of Miami football,” </em>Malachi Toney stated after the win, via<em> ESPN. “We had to bounce back from last week. Coming into the game we knew we <strong>had to come in and punch first</strong>, and not get punched in the mouth. That’s what Coach [Mario] Cristobal has been stressing all week: play the standard of football, get back on our grind, that’s what we came out and did.”</em></p>



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<h2>Confidence</h2>



<p>Only a 17-year-old, Toney is already establishing himself as one of the most electric wideouts in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>. The true freshman out of Fort Lauderdale opted to stay home in South Florida and it’s paid off early in his career.</p>


        

        

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<p>In addition to the speed and elusiveness he brings to the table for Beck’s passing game in Miami, the first-year wide receiver plays with the confidence of an experienced player in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a>. Toney made that clear with a bold remark on his punt returns, which shifted momentum onto Miami’s side, setting the Canes up in Stanford’s field.</p>



<p><em>“All I’ve been telling the guys is give me a hold up in the gunners, and <strong>I’ll do the rest. And they did that</strong>,” </em>Toney boldly commented during his postgame interview after the 42-7 win.</p>



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<h2>Next up</h2>



<p>While it was a big outing to regain confidence, Beck, Toney, and Miami know that beating <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stanford" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stanford</a> at home isn’t a reason to celebrate too much. The real work begins now, as the Hurricanes hit the road for a trip to Dallas. On November 1, Miami will go up against the <strong>SMU Mustangs</strong> (5–3, 3–1 in league play) in what’s set to be a crucial ACC showdown. </p>



<p>Moreover, it will truly test Beck and the Hurricanes, as the program in Coral Gables will play <strong>its first game outside the state of Florida</strong> in the 2025 NCAA season. Whether Beck and Miami can thrive beyond the Sunshine State will soon be put to the test.</p>

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Beck’s teammate in Miami delivers bold warning after win vs Stanford

<p>Until yesterday’s game, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a></strong> had enjoyed a perfect season, remaining undefeated. However, a lackluster performance by <strong>Carson Beck</strong> on Saturday night at Hard Rock Stadium opened the door for a <strong>Louisville Cardinals</strong> victory — and sparked a wave of criticism directed at the quarterback.</p>



<p>Four interceptions throughout the game left fans at Hard Rock Stadium stunned, especially after witnessing strong performances from the former Georgia quarterback earlier in the season. Despite his undeniable talent, <strong>Beck had one of his worst outings</strong> — enough to allow the Cardinals to walk away with the win.</p>



<p><strong><em>“I speak for all Miami fans when I say we should bench Carson Beck,”</em></strong> a Hurricanes fan stated on X, formerly Twitter. Fans slowly began to make their voices heard on social media.</p>



<p>Another fan went even further, bringing up comparisons between Beck and Jeremiah Smith. <em>“I want to know what these college football ‘experts’ are smoking to what makes them think Carson Beck is a more outstanding football player than Jeremiah Smith.”</em></p>



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<h2>Best memes after Carson Beck’s performance</h2>



<p>Carson Beck’s poor performance led many users on social media — the vast majority on X (formerly Twitter) — to poke fun at the quarterback, who turned in one of his worst outings since arriving at Miami.</p>


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<h2>A night to forget</h2>



<p>In a stunning upset, No. 2 Miami’s perfect season was derailed last night, and the blame falls squarely on quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Carson Beck</a>. The Heisman frontrunner delivered an uncharacteristic and disastrous performance against the Louisville Cardinals’ defense, throwing a career-high four interceptions. </p>



<p><strong>The last of his errant passes—a game-sealing pick late in the fourth quarter—cemented the 24-21 loss</strong>, instantly cooling the hype around the star QB and raising serious questions about the Hurricanes’ National Championship aspirations.</p>

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<p>In the world of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a></strong>, some universities stand out as talent factories for the <strong>NFL</strong>. Recent analysis by <strong><em>Bolavip</em></strong> answers the age-old question of <strong>which colleges produce the best</strong> NFL players.</p>



<p>Going beyond just simple headcount of draft picks, <em>Bolavip</em> scrutinized players’ <strong>longevity, awards, and on-field impact</strong>. By diving into a trove of data from <em>Pro Football Reference</em> from 2000 to 2025, analysts crafted a unique PlayerScore that, when averaged together with a CollegeScore based on the institution’s performance, produced the best colleges for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> players.</p>



<p>Historic powerhouses like <strong>Miami</strong> and <strong>Alabama</strong> top the list. However, some surprises such as the <strong>California Golden Bears</strong> made the cut and, further in the ranking, West Alabama. You can find the top list below, but first let’s explore the 10 college programs the NFL owes a thank you note.</p>



<h2>Top 10 Colleges For NFL Players</h2>



<h3>1. Miami Hurricanes</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 138</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.60</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 10</li></ul>



<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a></strong> have a storied history in college football and are famous for their consistent pipeline of NFL talent. With 138 players sent to the NFL, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/greatest-miami-hurricanes-players">Miami’s alumni, <strong>such as Ray Lewis and Ed Reed</strong></a>, have made significant impacts in the league, contributing to a solid <strong>average player score of 2.60</strong>.</p>



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<h3>2. Alabama Crimson Tide</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 171</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.53</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 9.95</li></ul>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama</a> leads with 171 players sent to the NFL, more than almost any other college. Alabama has famously produced <strong>elite talent such as Derrick Henry and Julio Jones</strong>, making it a powerhouse in both college and professional football. Their comprehensive training and competitive SEC environment contribute to their high average player score of 2.53.</p>


        

        

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<h3>3. California Golden Bears</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 75</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.70</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 9.39</li></ul>



<p>Interestingly, the University of California emerges with a stellar average player score, a nod to its ability to <strong>cultivate exceptional talent despite fewer alumni</strong> making NFL rosters.</p>



<h3>4. LSU Tigers</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 162</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.42</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 9.25</li></ul>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lsu">LSU</a></strong>, with 162 players entering the NFL, is known for its formidable football program. The school consistently produces <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/the-best-players-in-lsu-history">exceptional talent, including stars like <strong>Patrick Peterson and Odell Beckham Jr.</strong></a>, and holds a robust average player score of 2.42.</p>



<h3>5. USC Trojans</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 134</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.40</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.81</li></ul>



<p>Hollywood may not be far, but it’s the <strong>USC Trojans</strong> who steal the spotlight on the football field. Boasting a mix of more than 134 players and a strong player score, USC remains a breeding ground for NFL greatness.</p>



<h3>6. Ohio State Buckeyes</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 181</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.31</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.79</li></ul>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ohio-state">Ohio State</a></strong> tops the list in terms of volume, sending 181 players to the NFL. Known for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/best-ohio-state-players-in-history">producing versatile and NFL-ready athletes <strong>like Ezekiel Elliott and Joey Bosa</strong></a>, the Buckeyes maintain an average player score of 2.31, thanks to their strong football culture.</p>



<h3>7. Texas Longhorns</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 105</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.47</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.79</li></ul>



<p>Everything is bigger in Texas, including its football reputation. With a commendable average score, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a></strong> have crafted a legacy of resilience and skill in the NFL. The program is historically strong, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/the-greatest-texas-longhorns-players-of-all-time">producing stars like Earl Thomas and Ricky Williams</a>.</p>



<h3>8. Florida State Seminoles</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 127</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.41</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.78</li></ul>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-state">Florida State</a></strong> sent 127 players to the NFL, and its solid average score of 2.41 reflects its emphasis on developing athletes who excel at the professional level. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/best-florida-state-seminoles-in-history">Alumni like Jalen Ramsey exemplify the Seminoles’ success</a> in the NFL.</p>



<h3>9. Tennessee Volunteers</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 100</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.47</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.75</li></ul>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee">Tennessee</a>’s reputation for producing football talent is supported by 100 NFL players, <strong>including Peyton Manning</strong>. The Volunteers boast an average player score of 2.47, showing their focus on quality training and athlete development.</p>



<h3>10. Oklahoma Sooners</h3>



<ul><li>Number of Players Sent: 123</li><li>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10): 2.40</li><li>College Score Scaled (1-10): 8.71</li></ul>



<p>Oklahoma’s rich football history is evident with 123 players making it to the NFL. With a strong average <strong>player score of 2.40</strong>, the Sooners have produced NFL stars like Adrian Peterson and Baker Mayfield, underscoring the program’s excellence.</p>


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<h2>Top 25 Colleges for NFL Players: From Miami to Nebraska</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rank</td><td>College/Univ</td><td>Amount of Players College Produced</td><td>Average Player Score Scaled (1-10)</td><td>College Score Scaled (1-10)</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Miami (FL)</td><td>138</td><td>2.60</td><td>10.00</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Alabama</td><td>171</td><td>2.53</td><td>9.95</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>California</td><td>75</td><td>2.70</td><td>9.39</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>LSU</td><td>162</td><td>2.42</td><td>9.25</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>USC</td><td>134</td><td>2.40</td><td>8.81</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Ohio State</td><td>181</td><td>2.31</td><td>8.79</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Texas</td><td>105</td><td>2.47</td><td>8.79</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Florida State</td><td>127</td><td>2.41</td><td>8.78</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Tennessee</td><td>100</td><td>2.47</td><td>8.75</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Oklahoma</td><td>123</td><td>2.40</td><td>8.71</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>Boston College</td><td>52</td><td>2.68</td><td>8.59</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td>Wisconsin</td><td>100</td><td>2.44</td><td>8.56</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td>Iowa</td><td>94</td><td>2.40</td><td>8.28</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td>Georgia</td><td>169</td><td>2.23</td><td>8.21</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td>NC State</td><td>65</td><td>2.51</td><td>8.20</td></tr><tr><td>16</td><td>Purdue</td><td>58</td><td>2.55</td><td>8.18</td></tr><tr><td>17</td><td>West Alabama</td><td>1</td><td>10.00</td><td>8.05</td></tr><tr><td>18</td><td>Texas A&amp;M</td><td>85</td><td>2.39</td><td>8.04</td></tr><tr><td>19</td><td>Michigan</td><td>135</td><td>2.24</td><td>7.98</td></tr><tr><td>20</td><td>Florida</td><td>142</td><td>2.22</td><td>7.93</td></tr><tr><td>21</td><td>Mississippi St.</td><td>62</td><td>2.47</td><td>7.93</td></tr><tr><td>22</td><td>Penn St.</td><td>115</td><td>2.25</td><td>7.79</td></tr><tr><td>23</td><td>Mississippi</td><td>71</td><td>2.36</td><td>7.63</td></tr><tr><td>24</td><td>Pittsburgh</td><td>70</td><td>2.34</td><td>7.53</td></tr><tr><td>25</td><td>Nebraska</td><td>79</td><td>2.29</td><td>7.47</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>Building Blocks of NFL Prestige</h2>



<p><strong>From storied programs</strong> like Miami and Alabama to surprising gems like California, these colleges illuminate the blueprint for NFL success. Aspiring NFL players can look to these institutions not just for their robust athletic programs, but also for the opportunity to carve out their legacies among the football greats.</p>



<p>Schools like LSU, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/usc">USC</a>, and Ohio State round out the top ranks, consistently serving as training grounds for the next wave of NFL stars. <strong>They blend high volumes of entrants with successful outcomes</strong>, further cementing their status as juggernauts in college football lore.</p>



<p><strong>Some surprises exist in the ranking</strong>, such as West Alabama. Often overlooked, West Alabama’s Tyreek Hill heavily influenced their placement. This shows that <strong>even a small program can contribute</strong> to the NFL.</p>



<p>Whether it’s the gridiron glory or the prospect of walking in the footsteps of former NFL legends, these top colleges continue to be at the heart of America’s football spirit.</p>



<h2>Methodology</h2>



<p>To answer the classic sports question, “Which colleges produce the best NFL players?”, <em>Bolavip</em> used data from the 2000-2025 <em>Pro Football Reference (PFR)</em>.</p>



<p>Each player from each college was evaluated based on career, number of First-Team All-Pro selections, number of Pro Bowl selections (All-Star recognition), games played (career longevity), and draft round and pick number. This gave 1,000s of players to be evaluated.</p>



<p><strong>From there, each player received a PlayerScore</strong> to measure player’s NFL career success:</p>



<p>From there, <strong>data was aggregated by the college to produce the CollegeScore</strong>. For each college, how many players were sent to the NFL and average success of those players was calculated. <strong>A logarithmic function was used in the calculation of the CollegeScore to balance the impact</strong> between colleges that produce one or a few standout players and those that consistently produce a larger number of good players. This ensures both pipeline size and average quality matter.</p>

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<p>All eyes are fixed on Coral Gables ahead of <strong>college football’s</strong> Week 4. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Carson Beck</a></strong>, <strong>Mario Cristobal</strong>, and the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> will host the struggling<strong> Florida Gators</strong> in a marquee matchup highly-anticipated across the nation.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami</a> got off to a very promising start to the 2025 <strong>NCAA </strong>season. With Beck under center, the Hurricanes look like bona fide contenders to the National Championship. However, the real fun is only set to begin for Cristobal and company. </p>



<p>Week 4 will see the <strong>visiting <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-gators">Gators</a> walk into Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens</strong> for a new edition of the heated rivalry between the two Florida-based programs. However, the year couldn’t have produced more different scenarios for the two schools.</p>



<h2>Two sides to the coin</h2>



<p>While the Gators are in the midst of an identity crisis, Cristobal’s Canes are playing some of their best football in a long time. However, it’s time to prove it for Beck and company against <strong>an SEC opponent that is never a walk in the park</strong>. Fortunately, Miami might have a key player making his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season debut on Saturday night.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250915_BUS_492521_joshisa-trader-1024x576_15fc7765.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-492541" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Joshisa Trader #0 of the Miami Hurricanes stiff arms Myles Purchase #5 of the Iowa State Cyclones.</figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“Miami HC Mario Cristobal shares that <strong>WR Joshisa “JoJo” Trader is available for the Florida game</strong> on Saturday,” </em>Geo Milian reported on his X account<em>. “He just ‘barely missed the cut’ when Cristobal elaborated further on Trader not playing against USF.”</em></p>


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<h2>Glimpses of hope</h2>



<p>Beck and the Hurricanes offense have been firing on all cylinders so far in the college football campaign. However, there’s <strong>no such thing as too many options when it comes to distributing the pigskin</strong> across the gridiron. Therefore, Trader’s potential return to the lineup could spell great news for the transfer quarterback and company.</p>



<p>Trader was a true freshman in the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> campaign. Still, he managed to see the field on sporadic occasions for Cristobal’s offense. Regardless, he has yet to play for Miami with Beck commanding the huddle. Trader appeared in 4 games last season, <strong>recording 6 receptions for 91 yards, and a touchdown</strong>.</p>



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">TIED UP AGAIN: Cam Ward hits Joshisa Trader for a 40-yard TD tying <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Miami?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Miami</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Iowastate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Iowastate</a> at 21 apiece.<br><br>Game of the year? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PopTartsBowl?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PopTartsBowl</a> <a href="https://t.co/U1LyzCej1l">pic.twitter.com/U1LyzCej1l</a></p>— No Warmup Sports Pod (@nwsportspod) <a href="https://twitter.com/nwsportspod/status/1873120579571859496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 28, 2024</a></blockquote></div>



<p>His best game of the year came <strong>against the Iowa State Cyclones</strong> during the Pop Tarts Bowl. Even though Miami lost 42-41, “Jojo” finished the day with a 3-61-1 statline.</p>


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<p>Thanks to Trader’s speed, Beck might find a reliable target downfield in Cristobal’s offense. Moreover, the sophomore wideout has the ability to make big plays after the catch, a<strong> trait Miami can never get tired of</strong>.</p>

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<p>Just when everything was heading <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Carson Beck</a></strong> and <strong>Mario Cristobal’s</strong> way, challenges presented themselves to the No. 5 <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong>. Off-the-field concers have risen, threatening to spin the Canes’ 2025 <strong>NCAA </strong>season out of control.</p>



<p>Fans and students in Coral Gables couldn’t have asked for a much better start to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a></strong> campaign. With consecutive wins at home to kickoff the schedule, <strong>Miami looks as a heavy favorite to take home the ACC title</strong>. However, now Beck, Cristobal, and everybody in Miami’s dream might be facing crucial hours.</p>



<p>In quick succession, two discouraging news hit the University of Miami’s football program. Now, it’s up to Cristobal and his staff to rally the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Canes</a>‘ troops and get ready for a pivotal <strong>showdown with the No. 18 USF Bulls on Saturday</strong>.</p>



<h2>Absentees</h2>



<p>As the players learned on Monday, the team will be without two key players for the remainder of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season. For different reasons, though. On the one hand, the Canes will be without true freshman <strong>Hayden Lowe</strong>, who is <strong>out for the year with an undisclosed injury</strong>. Lowe was expected to earn more minutes deeper into the campaign, the defensive end was the highest-rated recruit in Miami’s 2025 class.</p>



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<p>On the other hand, safety <strong>Markeith Williams</strong> turned heads all around campus as he decided to <strong>enter college football’s transfer portal</strong>. Williams began his career in 2022 and had since appeared in 25 games for the Hurricanes.</p>


        

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<h2>Disappointed</h2>



<p>Williams had registered 31 tackles, one tackle for loss and two pass breakups throughout his past seasons in Coral Gables. While far from mind-blowing numbers, the defensive back <strong>hoped to have a breakout year in 2025</strong>. His comments prior to the season reflected just that.</p>



<p><em>“Feeling great. <strong>Feeling like Year One all over again</strong>,” </em>Williams had admitted to<em> CanesInSight. “I’m learning a new defense. <strong>It feels great to be in here</strong> and actually be a leader to the young guys and show them multiple ways how to go along throughout college.”</em></p>


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<p>Despite his high spirits coming into the 2025 campaign, the lack of snaps ultimately led him to step away from the program. Now, Williams is set to embark on a new challenge in college football—<strong>one away from Vice City and the Hurricanes.</strong></p>

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<p>Records are subjective in the <strong>NCAA</strong>. Though both the <strong>Georgia Bulldogs</strong> and <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> boast 2-0 starts to the season, the two programs look very different. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kirby-smart">Kirby Smart</a></strong> and <strong>Gunner Stockton</strong> have yet to get in stride, while <strong>Carson Beck</strong> has hit the ground running in Coral Gables.</p>



<p>The Dawgs defeated the Austin Peay Governors—as expected. Still, a 28-6 scoreboard isn’t enough for Smart and Georgia’s aspirations. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Beck</a> and the Hurricanes also faced an inferior opponent in Week 2, <strong>but the Canes left no doubts on the table.</strong></p>



<p>Fans in Athens can’t help but look back at the former quarterback who is now thriving in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami</a>. <strong>Beck is among the Heisman favorites</strong>, and though it’s too early for the award to be decided, the QB situation in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/georgia-bulldogs">Georgia</a> is starkly different. Stockton has yet to establish himself, and Smart didn’t mince words about it.</p>



<p><em><strong>“I actually need to see what he does in practice in the game</strong>,” </em>Kirby Smart admitted postgame, per<em> On3. “That’s the biggest thing because we take a lot of periods. We took a lot of periods last week to do throwing periods with rush and pressure-pass periods. He’s just got to continue to grow, get better at that, and get comfortable with it.”</em></p>



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<h2>It’s in the details</h2>



<p>Stockton finished the evening with a completion percentage of 76.47%, <strong>passing for 227 yards and no touchdowns.</strong> It was a deflating outing for the Dawgs’ offense overall. And once again, the new signal-caller on campus has left a sour taste in everybody’s mouth.</p>


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<p><em>“They did a good job of stopping us a little bit, and we just need to be a little better in the passing game,” </em>Gunner Stockton told reporters<em>. “<strong>It’s just about being better</strong>… When you’re on the one-yard line and you get that many chances and you don’t score, that wasn’t what we wanted, but you learn from it and get better.”</em></p>



<p>The weather conditions and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/why-was-georgia-vs-austin-peay-suspended-today-september-6">the long suspension due to lightning</a> in the area</strong> definitely didn’t help Georgia find its footing. Regardless, those claims hold no merit in court when the Dawgs faced an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> Division II opponent. Smart expects better, and so do Stockton and company. </p>



<h2>And so the fun begins</h2>



<p>Up next, the Dawgs will face their first SEC challenge when they travel to Knoxville to take on the <strong>Tennessee Volunteers</strong>. It will be the first true test to Smart’s program in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season.</p>


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<p> Both programs will enter Neyland Stadium next week with a 2-0 record, <strong>but only one will walk out unscathed</strong>. If the recent showings are any hint, Georgia must turn the tide immediately to survive a tough visit in a hostile environment.</p>

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<p><strong>Malachi Toney</strong> did everything right in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a>‘ 27-24 season-opening win against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It was a close game, but the young wide receiver not only played well but also earned <strong>a short message from Michael Irvin</strong>, who was in attendance.</p>



<p>Given Irvin’s well-known connection to the Hurricanes, everyone was eager to know what they talked about. Toney revealed that the 3x Super Bowl winner’s words to him were, <em>“<strong>keep going. </strong>Keep your foot on the net. Don’t let up.”</em></p>



<p>To give that message to Toney, Irvin surely had to have watched the entire game and was impressed with the rookie’s <strong>6 receptions for 82 yards </strong>and his magnificent 28-yard rushing touchdown that was a huge help for the Hurricanes.</p>



<h2>Cristobal Also Had a Message for Toney</h2>



<p>Irvin wasn’t the only one to give Toney a message after his first college game with the Canes. Head coach Mario Cristobal also had something to say, calling him a <strong><em>“special”</em></strong> player who was always in the plans for important passes during the game.</p>



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<p><em>“He is special. We tried to keep him a secret, but it didn’t take long. He was the first player we were getting the football. What is special about him <strong>is the way he approaches the game. </strong>He approaches the game like he is a fifth or sixth year vet. He is always working. He is just getting started.”</em></p>



<h2>Toney’s Next Game</h2>



<p>Toney will have another big opportunity to keep shining<strong> next week against Bethune–Cookman</strong>. It should be an even easier game for the Hurricanes and a chance for Toney to gain more confidence, perhaps by scoring his second touchdown with the program.</p>

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<p>The <strong>College Football</strong> season couldn’t have started any better for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami Hurricanes</a></strong>, following a narrow but well-earned home victory over the <strong>Notre Dame Fighting Irish</strong>. <strong>CJ Daniels</strong> delivered one of the plays of the week — and possibly of the season — scoring an incredible touchdown for <strong>Mario Cristobal</strong>’s team.</p>


        


<p>With only a handful of seconds left in the second quarter, <strong>one of the most experienced wide receivers in the league hauled in a powerful pass from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Carson Beck</a> with just one hand</strong>, giving his team the lead going into halftime against the Irish.</p>



<p>The spectacular play caught the attention of both fans and outsiders alike — even Carson Beck himself, who, after the victory was sealed, expressed his amazement at the incredible catch made by his offensive teammate.</p>



<p><em>“I was on my back and then I saw him in the end zone so <strong>I had no idea he caught it like that</strong>,”</em> the QB said. <em>“I’m over there turned up because I threw a touchdown or whatever and I’m getting hype and then I saw it on the big screen and I was like, ‘oh my gosh, there is no way he just caught that.’ But he always tells me, ‘man, put it up there, I’ll go get it.’ He proved that tonight.”</em></p>



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<h2>Daniels’ warning revealed by Cristobal</h2>



<p>The incredible play executed by CJ Daniels — making a one-handed catch between two Irish defenders and reaching the opposing end zone — left everyone in awe. After the game, <strong>Mario Cristobal revealed the warning his wide receiver had issued</strong> about what’s coming next.</p>


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<p><em>“It was funny when we were leaving the locker room, he’s like, <strong>‘coach, just getting started, man. Let’s keep this thing going.’</strong> He epitomizes what you want as a team player. I absolutely love and appreciate CJ Daniels.”</em></p>



<h2>The HC’s wish came true this season</h2>



<p>CJ Daniels is one of the most experienced players at his position in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">NCAAF</a>, and for a long time, <strong>he had been a top target for Mario Cristobal</strong>. In fact, the head coach himself admitted it after the Hurricanes’ victory.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>I’ve been chasing CJ for two years</strong>,”</em> he said<em>. “<strong>Every time he’s in the portal I’m missing him. We finally got him and what a play he made. Unbelievable</strong>. Since the day he got here–and his foot was banged up and it was a while before he got on the field–he was an exceptional leader in that room. That guy took over the room and he established regiment and culture. </em></p>


        


<p><em>“He had those guys in there in the early hours watching the film, had those guys taking care of their bodies, teaching those guys how to track the ball and how to play the game at a higher level, which is related to the opposite side coverages, what do they need, where are the leverages, where are the soft spots. CJ Daniels is an absolute pro.”</em></p>

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