The Miami Hurricanes have played 59 games all-time against Florida State and 55 against Florida. They have played the Seminoles and Gators more than any other opponents in program history.
National Championships have been decided when the Hurricanes matchup with the Seminoles and the Gators. It’s often been said it’s tougher to be the state champion of Florida than the National Champion.
During it’s first National Championship season in 1983, Miami lost its opening game to Florida 28-3. They ran off 11 straight wins to end the season. That included a 17-16 victory over Florida State in the final game of the regular season.