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Hurricanes face Irish as Mensah pursues Heisman candidacy

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Hurricanes face Irish as Mensah pursues Heisman candidacy

Summary

The 6th-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish host the top-ranked Miami Hurricanes on November 7, 2026. This matchup features Darian Mensah, a Heisman Trophy candidate and projected first overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, who has led Miami to an 8-0 record. Mensah has impressive stats with 25 touchdown passes and a QB rating of 202.7. Notre Dame's defense is tasked with stopping Mensah, especially with Miami’s star receiver Malachi Toney sidelined due to injury. Notre Dame needs to win to improve its chances for the College Football Playoff after a recent ranking at No. 11 in the CFP.

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•Notre Dame and Miami clash on November 7, 2026.
•Darian Mensah leads Miami with 25 touchdowns this season.
•Irish defense ranks 5th nationally in passing yards allowed.
•Malachi Toney out with an ankle injury for Miami.
•Notre Dame needs to win to stay in CFP contention.

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Notre Dame is set to face its 1st real QB challenge against Darian Mensah, a Heisman Trophy hopeful and a projected top pick in the 2027 NFL draft.
— Yahoo Sports

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