Miami knocks Ohio State out of College Football Playoffs in Cotton Bowl
December 31, 2025 — Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic | Arlington, Texas
The No. 10 Miami Hurricanes stunned No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes, 24–14, eliminating the defending College Football Playoff champions and advancing to the CFP semifinals.
Quick Hits
- Miami outplayed Ohio State from the opening quarter and controlled the game
- QB Carson Beck led efficiently, continuing a standout two-year run
- A 72-yard interception return flipped momentum in Miami’s favor
- Ohio State, off a 25-day layoff, nearly rallied late but never took the lead
- Miami improves to 6–0 vs. ranked teams and advances to the Fiesta Bowl
Katch Sports take:
Ohio State is built for playoff football — and Miami beat them anyway. This was a statement win from a program clearly trending upward.
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