Today On CT: Reflecting on Miami’s football’s season-opening win
Good morning, folks! It sure does feel great to have football back, even if we still can’t step outside without having to consider the possibility of changing out of a soon-to-be sweaty shirt. Saturday was our official introduction to the 2024 season. Miami kicked off the schedule with an afternoon start time against the Florida Gators right here in Ben Hill Griffin.
Let’s start with Ward. The prime jewel of the offseason as a transfer from Washingotn State, the signal-caller stepped in as Tyler Van Dykes‘ replacement, Ward was absolutely electric in the game, completing 26 passes out of 35 and getting 385 yards passing threw the air and had three touchdowns with an interception.
Let’s keep in mind that Miami still won this game by 24 points. Damien Martinez trotted around for 65 yards and zero touchdowns in his Miami debut. Mark Flecther was back and it showed he ran the ball in twice for 23 yards on seven carries.
Miami vs. Florida post-game coverage
Hit them links Canes Fans!
- — FINAL: Miami Defeats Rival Florida Gators 41-17 in Season Opener
- — Finishing drives allowed Miami to pull away from Florida
- — WATCH: Miami’s Top Plays In Week 1 Win
- — WATCH: Mario Cristobal talk after 41-17 win over Florida
- — Canes stomp Gators (full post-game recap)
- — Mario Cristobal: “We’re playing Miami football now”
- — Cam Ward: “Coming to Miami was the best decision I made.”
The offensive line was special
The Hurricane’s offensive line was special and was making holes for the running back and giving Cam Ward all the time in the world and that led to some great plays for the Canes.
Cam Ward was sitting in the backfield long enough to deliver some unbelievable balls to the receivers.
Rueben Bain injured
After the first drive of the game, Rueben Bain came off of the field by limping off as he went into the Canes locker room, it was reported it was a calf injury and will take 1-2 weeks per reporters.
Defensive Line Lives Up to the Hype
The Miami front seven was heralded as one of the best we’ve ever seen in Coral Gables. Facing a Florida Gators offensive line, Miami’s defensive line caused some problems for the Gator’s offense and the rushing attack despite giving up a 71-yarder to the outside. The Hurricanes had three sacks on the day with Tyler Baron, Jaden Harris, Elijah Alston, and Kiko Mauigoa getting to the quarterback tonight.
Canes fans showed up and showed out
Miami Hurricanes fans can I think you guys, all of you that were at Gainesville and even watching at home or Titanic, they made a real factor, and when the stadium got quiet the Canes fans were the ones that made the noise.
Trinton is the owner of CanesToday. He writes for all sports, with a focus on football and recruiting, he is a freshman in high school and wants to graduate from the University of Miami
