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Martin, C. (2026, October 18). Florida State falls again as Miami survives double-overtime scare to stay unbeaten. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/florida-state-falls-again-miami-survives-double-overtime-scare-stay-unbeaten
Martin, Chantz. “Florida State falls again as Miami survives double-overtime scare to stay unbeaten.” Fox News, 18 Oct. 2026, https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/florida-state-falls-again-miami-survives-double-overtime-scare-stay-unbeaten.
Martin, Chantz. “Florida State falls again as Miami survives double-overtime scare to stay unbeaten.” Fox News, October 18, 2026. https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/florida-state-falls-again-miami-survives-double-overtime-scare-stay-unbeaten.
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On October 18, 2026, No. 3 Miami narrowly defeated their archrival Florida State in a thrilling double-overtime game with a final score of 43-35. Darian Mensah threw for 326 yards and three touchdowns, including the decisive 3-yard pass to Malachi Toney in the second overtime period. Despite being heavy favorites, Miami faced significant pressure from Florida State, who scored two late touchdowns to tie the game before halftime and again at the end of regulation with a 75-yard catch by Duce Robinson. The Hurricanes' defense sealed the victory when Bryce Fitzgerald intercepted the final pass on the last play of the game. This win keeps Miami unbeaten at 6-0 overall and 4-0 in conference play, while Florida State falls to 3-4 overall and 1-3 in the Atlantic Coast Conference.