Miami staged an extraordinary comeback, led by quarterback Cam Ward, to defeat California 39-38 in a thrilling college football game on Saturday night. The Hurricanes, ranked No. 8, showed resilience as they overcame a 25-point deficit in the second half to secure the victory in front of a disappointed home crowd at Memorial Stadium.
Ward orchestrated four consecutive touchdown drives in the closing minutes of the game, including a 5-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Arroyo with just 26 seconds remaining to clinch the win. This victory marked Miami’s second consecutive nail-biting win after narrowly defeating Virginia Tech in their previous game.
The game started in California’s favor, with Fernando Mendoza making significant plays, including touchdown passes to Jack Endries and Trond Grizzell. However, Miami’s Ward showcased his talent by throwing for 437 yards and scoring two passing touchdowns and a rushing touchdown. Despite facing a significant deficit, Ward’s determined performance led his team to an impressive comeback victory.
Miami’s win propels them to a 6-0 start to the season, marking their third such start in the last 20 years. The Hurricanes aim to establish themselves as strong contenders for the championship this season. On the other hand, the loss adds to California’s struggles against ranked teams, having now lost 10 consecutive games against such opponents.
Looking ahead, Miami is set to face Louisville next, while California will travel to Pittsburgh for their upcoming games. Miami’s resilience and ability to overcome adversity in the game against California demonstrate their potential as a formidable force in college football this season.
