Stadium safety protocols: The Mercedes-Benz Stadium’s roof will be open during Saturday’s game, so fans won’t be required to wear masks in any open-air areas of the stadium including the seating bowl, concourses and suites with doors to the open air. However, mask wearing remains “strongly encouraged throughout the stadium” and will be required in any enclosed spaces such as club spaces, press box, retail store and other enclosed rooms.
Quick slant: After a 2020 season that started off strong before ending in a disappointing fashion, the Miami Hurricanes have an opportunity to measure themselves against the country’s top-ranked team to kick off 2021.