2025 COTTON BOWL I MIAMI HURRICANES DOMINATES THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES 24-14 I CFP QUARTER FINALS

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The 2025 Cotton Bowl Classic — played on December 31, 2025 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas — delivered one of the most memorable College Football Playoff (CFP) quarterfinal upsets in recent memory as the No. 10 University of Miami Hurricanes stunned the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes with a 24–14 victory. The win propelled Miami into the CFP semifinals at the Fiesta Bowl, marking a historic postseason achievement for “The U.”

Miami entered the matchup as underdogs against reigning national champions Ohio State, who were favored by nearly 10 points in most pregame betting lines. Despite that, the Hurricanes executed a disciplined game plan highlighted by a suffocating defense and timely offensive execution. Miami’s defense forced multiple turnovers, including a 72-yard interception return for a touchdown by cornerback Keionte Scott, which shifted momentum and helped build an early lead.

Quarterback Carson Beck managed the game efficiently, completing 19 of 26 passes for 138 yards and a touchdown while avoiding critical mistakes. Beck’s performance included a stretch of 13 consecutive completions — a new Cotton Bowl record — underscoring Miami’s methodical and mistake-free approach.

Running back Mark Fletcher Jr. earned Offensive MVP honors, rushing for 90 yards and securing a key nine-yard touchdown reception that helped seal the win. Defensive standout Scott was named Defensive MVP for his game-changing pick and overall impact.

Miami’s defensive front consistently pressured Ohio State’s offense, limiting the Buckeyes to just 45 rushing yards and holding them to a season-low scoring output. Miami also excelled in third-down defense and ball control, forcing Ohio State into unfavorable field positions throughout the contest.

Offensively, Miami built a 14–0 halftime lead, combining efficient passing with a steady ground attack. Ohio State responded with a second-half touchdown, but Miami’s defense prevented a full comeback. A late touchdown by ChaMar Brown with under a minute left extended the margin and quelled the Buckeyes’ rally.

This Cotton Bowl victory not only spoiled Ohio State’s bid for back-to-back national titles but also marked Miami’s first major bowl win since 2004, reviving national buzz around the storied Hurricane program and setting up an exciting semifinal matchup.


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