theKEYs to the Game... Syracuse vs Miami

No. 18 Miami (6-2, 2-2 ACC) will host the Syracuse Orange (3-6, 1-5 ACC) at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

The Hurricanes are coming off a very disappointing loss to SMU last week and will try to bounce back with a solid showing on Saturday. The Canes' chances of earning a berth in the ACC Championship Game and a chance to go to the College Football Playoff were severely diminished last weekend.

Going into the game...

Syracuse is averaging 23.7 points per game (#12 ACC), 371.0 yards of offense per game, while holding opponents to 435.2 yards of offense per game (#17 ACC).

Miami is averaging 32.3 points per game, 413.9 yards of offense per game (#8 ACC) while holding opponents to 285.1 yards per game (#2 ACC).

theKEY...

Our KEY to the Game against Syracuse is simple. For Miami to win on Saturday, we feel there is JUST one key.

Morale…

Team morale is very important this week. Last week’s devastating loss must not negatively impact the morale of the team. The Canes can’t let the loss get into their heads. They must play with pride this week. Will they “mail” the game and season in? That's the key.

BOTTOM LINE:

Play with pride. Play fast and physical. Dominate the trenches with a punishing running game and swarming defense.

Saturday, November 8 | 3:30 p.m. EST  | Hard Rock Stadium

PACK THE ROCK!  Our Canes need us now!

GO CANES!