Sep 4, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
How the Miami football team responds following its 44-13 loss to Alabama on Saturday will determine the Hurricanes season. Miami has often had trouble responding to losses in big games in recent seasons. In 2020, Miami won five straight games following its 42-17 loss at Clemson.
The home opener on Saturday against Appalachian State is the first of four straight at Hard Rock Stadium. Miami hosts Michigan State on September 18, Central Connecticut State on September 25 and begins ACC play against Virginia on September 30.