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Miami defeats Stanford 45-6 in season opener at Stanford Stadium

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Miami defeats Stanford 45-6 in season opener at Stanford Stadium

Summary

The Miami Hurricanes opened their 2026 college football season with a 45-6 win over the Stanford Cardinal on Friday night. Quarterback Darian Mensah completed 27 of 30 passes for 401 yards and five touchdowns in the victory. Wide receiver Malachi Toney set a program record with 234 receiving yards on 12 catches, recording three touchdowns during the game. Miami compiled 549 yards of total offense, including 428 passing yards and 121 rushing yards. Defensive contributions included sacks from Armondo Blount and key run stops by Marquise Lightfoot. The result moves Miami to 2-0 all-time against Stanford.

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By the Numbers

•Miami recorded 45 points in a win against Stanford on September 4, 2026.
•Darian Mensah threw for 401 yards and five touchdowns for Miami.
•Malachi Toney set a Miami program record with 234 receiving yards.
•Miami finished the game with 549 yards of total offense.
•Armondo Blount recorded a sack and Marquise Lightfoot contributed nine tackles.

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