In a surprising turn of events, No. 6 Miami lost a commanding 21-0 lead against Syracuse, ultimately falling 32-31 in a thrilling game that has significant implications for the College Football Playoff and the ACC championship scene. The defeat has catapulted Clemson into the ACC title game, where they will face SMU on December 2, 2023. Miami, whose loss was characterized by a lack of offensive execution and intense pressure from Syracuse’s defense, saw one of their standout players, Tyler Van Dyke, throwing for 288 yards and one touchdown, but it was not enough to secure victory. Miami head coach Mario Cristobal stated, ‘We had every opportunity to win this game, but we just didn’t finish.’ The loss raises questions about Miami’s playoff hopes as they dropped to 9-2 on the season. Meanwhile, Clemson, which secured second place in the ACC with a 10-2 record, is now looking forward to competing against SMU for the title. Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney remarked, ‘We are excited for the opportunity to play for the championship. We have prepared hard, and our players are ready to give their best performance.’ The upcoming clash will feature two teams looking to solidify their standings and ambitions for a bowl game, enhancing the stakes as Clemson looks to secure another ACC title.
No. 6 Miami Blows 21-Point Lead in Loss to Syracuse, Setting Up Clemson’s ACC Championship Game Against SMU
