Senior Day didn’t start positively for Miami, as a banner displaying a disgruntled message flew over Hard Rock Stadium. The banner was another thorn in Miami’s side, as it had already been a turbulent week surrounding the program. With the pre-game festivities finished, it was time for the ‘Canes to focus on beating the team that ended their winning streak a year ago.
Miami couldn’t get anything going on their opening drive but was able to tack on 3 points on the following drive, set-up by a 47-yard run by Travis Homer. Later in the first quarter, Pitt was able to move into Miami territory, but the drive was ended by Jaquan Johnson, who ripped the ball away from Pitt’s Darrin Hall.