It was Miami’s first bowl win in a decade and ended a six game bowl losing streak. Brad Kaaya overcame a 5-13 start to the game. He completed 19 of his final 21 attempts and finished the game 24-34 for 282 yards and four touchdowns. Now the Miami staff, administration, and fans await Kaaya’s decision on whether or not he will return for his senior season.
Kaaya’s four touchdowns tied a career high, a number he had reached three times earlier this season including the Hurricanes final regular season game against Duke. After punting on their first six possessions including three and outs on their first five possessions, one play turned the entire game around.