Miami RedHawks miss field goal in critical moment against UC
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 10:51 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

During the Battle for the Victory Bell at TQL Stadium, Miami RedHawks attempted a 36-yard field goal with 10:54 remaining in the third quarter while leading 28-7. Punter Pierse Stainton, serving as the holder, mishandled the snap from Trey Wallman, leading to a failed kick by kicker Kellan McLaughlin. The University of Cincinnati capitalized on the mistake, closing the gap to within two scores after their next possession. ESPN analyst Leger Douzable remarked that he had never seen such a holder mistake in his football experience, noting the momentum shift it created in the game.
- •Game underway at TQL Stadium with Miami leading 28-7.
- •RedHawks line up for 36-yard field goal attempt.
- •Holder Pierse Stainton mishandles the snap.
- •Cincinnati scores after the failed field goal attempt.
- •Analyst Leger Douzable comments on the momentum shift.
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst on Miami RedHawks' FG hold: Never seen anything like it
"ESPN analyst Leger Douzable said he'd never seen a holder lose the ball as the RedHawks' did, in all of his years of watching football.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLS•Sep 20, 2026, 12:23 AMMiami coach Chuck Martin makes case for renewing Victory Bell rivalry
MLS•Sep 19, 2026, 11:38 PMColorado Rapids vs CF Montréal (0-0)
MLS•Sep 19, 2026, 11:52 AMMiami QB Mensah shines again on way to multiple ACC records- MLS•Sep 19, 2026, 7:48 AMThe Heat plans to keep the 15th roster spot open for a …
MLS•Sep 19, 2026, 7:26 AMMiami football news: Mario Cristobal joins 100 win club after huge W vs. Wake Forest
MLS•Sep 19, 2026, 7:18 AMMiami football news: Why Mario Cristobal isn't too worried about 'sloppy' end vs. Wake Forest
