Despite FSU drama, Miami won — and is on the verge of first No. 1 ranking in 24 years: news

Miami Hurricanes Overcome Rivalry Drama Against Florida State to Eye First AP No. 1 Ranking Since 2002

The Miami Hurricanes preserved their undefeated record and reinforced their national championship credentials after navigating intense rivalry pressure against the Florida State Seminoles. With this latest victory, Miami has put itself in prime position to claim the top spot in college football rankingsa milestone the storied program has not reached in over two decades.

Key Takeaways from Miami’s Hard-Fought Win

• Rivalry Dominance Continues: Despite dramatic momentum swings and fierce fourth-quarter resistance from Florida State, the Hurricanes executed critical plays down the stretch to secure the in-state win.

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• Road to No. 1 in College Football: With stumbles among other top-ranked teams and Miami’s consistent resume building, pollsters in both the AP Top 25 and US LBM Coaches Poll have clear justification to vault the Hurricanes to the No. 1 seed.

• Historic Milestone in Sight: Miami last held the AP No. 1 ranking during the 2002 college football season. Reaching the pinnacle of the poll marks the strongest resurgence for the Hurricanes in the modern College Football Playoff era.

College Football Playoff and National Title Implications

Holding an undefeated record deep into the season elevates Miami beyond conference race leader status directly into front-runner contention for a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. As the regular-season schedule heads into late autumn, the Hurricanes control their own destiny toward an ACC Championship berth and a potential consensus No. 1 ranking.