Miami Edges Florida State in Double Overtime Thriller
Florida State has faced challenges this season, while Miami remains undefeated. Both teams continued their trends, though Miami’s victory came with effort. The Hurricanes needed two overtimes to fend off another upset attempt on a day filled with unexpected results.
Miami quarterback Darian Mensah played a crucial role, amassing 326 yards and throwing three touchdown passes. His final touchdown, a 3-yard pass to Malachi Toney in the second overtime, secured a 43-35 win over rival FSU. This game demonstrated the intense rivalry between these teams.
Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah
Mensah celebrated a touchdown during the first half of the game against Florida State at Hard Rock Stadium on October 17, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Florida, as captured by Carmen Mandato for Getty Images.
Meanwhile, Toney completed the night with an impressive 154 receiving yards. He also threw a pass for a 2-point conversion to Cooper Barkate. The Hurricanes’ win was finalized when defensive back Bryce Fitzgerald intercepted the ball on the game’s last play.
Florida State’s quarterback Ashton Daniels made notable plays, throwing for 298 yards and four touchdowns. His performance included two late touchdown passes to Duce Robinson, one of which was a 75-yarder tying the game with under three minutes left.
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels
In the first overtime, Daniels connected again, this time for a 20-yard pass. Despite these efforts, FSU couldn’t secure the win. Daniels’ game performance was captured by Carmen Mandato for Getty Images.
Under head coach Mike Norvell, Florida State faces scrutiny regarding performance, having a poor record over recent years. Their away record has been a persistent issue, with Seminoles losing 14 consecutive games away from Tallahassee, and failing to win a true road game against ranked teams since 2017.
The game highlighted both teams’ struggle and resilience but left fans anticipating the end of FSU’s road woes.