Miami starts 2026 with dominant wins, challenges ahead

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Miami starts 2026 with dominant wins, challenges ahead
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Miami's football team remains undefeated with a 3-0 record after three games in the 2026 season. The Hurricanes achieved a 45-6 win over Stanford, a 77-7 victory against Florida A&M, and a 33-20 win at Wake Forest. Despite the impressive start, challenges loom with upcoming games against ranked opponents such as Clemson and Notre Dame. As Miami ascends to No. 5 in the national rankings, the team must prove itself against tougher defenses and higher-caliber competition in the coming weeks.

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  • Miami beats Stanford 45-6, Florida A&M 77-7, and Wake Forest 33-20.
  • Quarterback Darian Mensah has thrown 11 touchdowns without interceptions.
  • Upcoming games against Clemson, Notre Dame, and Florida State will test Miami's resilience.
  • Miami is currently ranked No. 5 in national rankings.
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Miami football team has accomplished nearly everything it could have hoped for in the first three games of the 2026 season. The Hurricanes began with a dominant 45-6 road victory over Stanford, followed by a staggering 77-7 win against Florida A&M. They then endured their first real challenge of the season, securing a 33-20 win at Wake Forest. […] The post Why the College Football Playoffs don't run through Miami after incredible start to 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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