Miami quarterback Darian Mensah set ACC records for consecutive completions, going 24-for-24 to start the game and extending a streak to 35 straight passes over two games. The fifth-ranked Hurricanes defeated Wake Forest 33-20 on Friday night, with the defense securing four fourth-quarter stops to preserve the win. Mensah finished 30-for-34 for 220 yards and three touchdowns, including scores to Joshua Moore, Elija Lofton, and Malachi Toney.

Miami led 31-7 before the offense stalled, allowing Wake Forest to rally within 31-20. The Hurricanes' defense then pressured Gio Lopez for a safety, intercepted him twice, and stopped him on fourth down to seal the victory. Coach Mario Cristobal credited the defense for "bowing up and executing at a high level." Miami improved to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in ACC play, while Wake Forest fell to 2-1 and 0-1 in conference action.