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No. 1 Miami Faces Toughest Test vs. No. 11 Notre Dame
8 Nov
Summary
- Miami, ranked No. 1, plays its first ranked opponent against No. 11 Notre Dame.
- Quarterback Darian Mensah will be without his top target, Malachi Toney.
- The game takes place in South Bend, Indiana, with temperatures below 50 degrees.
The undefeated No. 1 Miami Hurricanes are set to face their most significant test of the 2026 season against the No. 11 Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday, November 7th. This highly anticipated game in South Bend, Indiana, will be a critical opportunity for Miami to validate its top ranking against its first ranked opponent of the year.
Quarterback Darian Mensah's Heisman campaign faces a new challenge as he will be without his primary target, wide receiver Malachi Toney. Toney has been confirmed out for the season due to injury, leaving a void in Miami's explosive offense. This absence places increased importance on other receivers, such as Cooper Barkate, and the overall offensive strategy.
The game's kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET, with NBC providing television coverage. Weather forecasts predict cool temperatures, with conditions expected to be below 50 degrees at kickoff and dropping throughout the evening. Historically, Notre Dame leads the series against Miami with a 17-9-1 record.
