Notre Dame -140 3% play
Notre Dame's elite defense, ranked among the top in the nation last season, is poised to stifle Miami's revamped offense led by transfer quarterback Carson Beck, who may struggle with limited chemistry in his debut. The Irish's physical rushing attack, featuring standout backs like Jeremiyah Love, will control the clock and dominate time of possession against a Miami defense that has shown vulnerabilities. With a proven track record in road openers under Marcus Freeman and a deeper roster overall, Notre Dame should outlast the Hurricanes in a gritty, low-scoring affair.
