- Duke came up short in overtime against SMU, losing 28-27, and falling to 6-2.
- Miami remained unbeaten with a 36-14 victory over a flailing Florida State team.
- These two teams last met on October 22, 2022, in a game that Duke won 45-21.
The Blue Devils and Hurricanes enter this NCAAF game with major stakes in the ACC. Our Duke vs Miami prediction involves Miami picking up another win thanks to QB Cam Ward. Duke will attempt to play spoiler.
Duke Looks to Bounce Back from a Tough Loss
Duke took a brutal defeat against SMU last week. They had multiple opportunities to win the game but missed several game-winning kicks. The Blue Devils have been disastrous on special teams, but are also already bowl-eligible at 6-2. With two losses, Duke has no path to the CFP other than winning the ACC, but a win this week over Miami would at least put them in the conversation. They’ll be desperate to bounce back after last week.
Hurricanes Weathering Everyone in Their Path
Miami football had been in a horrendous place for two decades until Washington State QB Cam Ward decided to withdraw from the NFL Draft and transfer to the Sunshine State. Ward has continued his phenomenal play for the Hurricanes, showing the same level of elusiveness and high-IQ play that he developed with the Cougars. With Ward leading the way, Miami currently has the best chance of making the CFP of any team in football.
Duke vs Miami Prediction: Cam Ward Leads Canes to Win #9
Duke and Miami clash in football every other year. In 2022, the Blue Devils triumphed with a 45-21 victory. However, a lot has changed in the past two years. While Duke remains a capable team that has already locked down a bowl game, they don’t hold the same advantage over Miami. Ward is the best QB the Hurricanes have had in ages, and their entire roster is upgraded from their 2022 level. We see Miami winning this one 34-21.
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