{"id":436791,"date":"2026-10-24T12:58:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/436791\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T12:58:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:58:14","slug":"pitt-at-no-1-miami-game-central-weather-updates-rundown-live-updates-analysis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/436791\/","title":{"rendered":"Pitt at No. 1 Miami: Game Central Weather Updates, Rundown, Live Updates, Analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"inline-text-0\" class=\"mt-[18px] md:mt-0 mb-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6b\">These 11 a.m. kickoffs aren&#8217;t for the weak.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-1\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6g\">As the undisputed winner of a wild Week 7 across the college football landscape, the Hurricanes will now look to keep the momentum rolling against a Pittsburgh team that enters the matchup raring to start a problem. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-2\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6l\">There&#8217;s quite a lot of pride on the line here, though. This is the first time Miami has played as the No. 1-ranked team in the country in nearly 25 years, and it&#8217;s looking to keep things where they are, but an early kickoff never bodes well for those plans. However, there&#8217;s a silver lining: Pitt enters the matchup reeling after losing its starting quarterback earlier in the year and falling to Boston College last week. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-3\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6q\">To say Pitt has struggled to move the ball since Mason Heintschel went down would be an understatement, but to the Panthers&#8217; credit, the Pitt defense has been as stiff as any in the country. Miami will need to put points up early and often to counter Pitt&#8217;s stout run defense. Luckily, Miami has the tools to do just that.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-4\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6v\">This is Game Central for Week 8 of the 2026 Miami Hurricanes football season.  <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-5\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"70\">Note: This story will be frequently updated throughout the day and game. <\/p>\n<p>Latest Injury News From Pitt at Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-7\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7a\">If a player goes down during the game, we&#8217;ll track it and share updates as they happen. We&#8217;ll update this throughout the game. View the <a href=\"https:\/\/theacc.com\/sports\/2025\/8\/28\/availability-reporting-football.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">conference availability report<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-8\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7f\">As of Friday&#8217;s availability report, the current Miami players listed as OUT for Miami&#8217;s game against FSU are: <\/p>\n<p>WR #3 Joshua Moore<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-9\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7k\">RB #6 CharMar Brown<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-10\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7p\">DB #16 Ja&#8217;Boree Antoine<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-11\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7u\">WR #19 Milan Parris<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-12\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7z\">DB #29 Romanas &#8220;OJ&#8221; Frederique Jr.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-13\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"84\">OL #66 Max Buchanan<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-14\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"89\">TE #88 Luka Gilbert<\/p>\n<p>Pitt at No. 1 Miami Game Information<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-16\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"8j\">Who:\u00a0Pitt (5-2, 2-2 ACC) at No. 1 Miami (6-0, 4-0 ACC)<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-17\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"8o\">When:\u00a0Saturday, Oct. 24, Noon. ET<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-18\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"8t\">Where:\u00a0\u00a0Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Fla<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-19\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"8y\">TV:\u00a0ESPN<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-20\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"93\">Series History:\u00a0Miami leads the series 30-12.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-21\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"98\">Last meeting: The Hurricanes defeated Pitt in a classic game, with the weather not being a problem, helping Miami get ranked and inside the top 10 to make it to the College Football Playoff.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-22\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"9d\">Last time out, Miami: The Hurricanes outlasted Florida State in double overtime after an impressive performance from Malachi Toney and freshman running back Javian Mallory.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-23\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"9i\">Last Time Out, Pitt:\u00a0Pitt is coming off a loss to Boston College after starting the game on fire with a bomb downfield. Their freshman quarterback looked troubled at times against the Eagles.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-24\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"9n\">Weather: This week, Miami and Pitt should have no weather concerns. Temperatures are set to be in the upper 70s and rising by kickoff, with partly cloudy skies. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-25\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"9s\">Officials: The exact crew has not been released yet, but a standard ACC official crew will work the game. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-26\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"9x\">Game Captains: Miami: Malachi Toney, Mark Fletcher Jr., Darian Mensah, Ryan Rodriguez, Matthew McCoy, Mohamed Toure, Zechariah Poyser, Marquise Lightfoot, Chase Smith, Kamal Bonner| Pitt: Ryan Baer, Braylan Lovelace, Cruce Brookins<\/p>\n<p>How to Watch Pitt at No. 1 Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-28\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"a7\">TV: ESPN | Bob Wischusen as play-by-play, Louis Riddick as analyst, and Stormy Buonantony as sideline reporter.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-29\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"ac\">Radio: 104.3 WQAM (Joe Zagacki, Don Bailey, Jr., Josh Darrow)<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-30\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"ah\">Spanish Radio: Radio Libre 790 AM (Alfredo Alvarez, Joe Martinez)<\/p>\n<p>Betting Odds for Pitt at No. 1 Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-32\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"ar\">Spread: Miami -20.5<br \/>Over\/Under: 48.5 points<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-33\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"aw\">Source: FanDuel Sportsbook<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-34\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"b1\">Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-35\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"b6\">If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.<\/p>\n<p>Keys to the Game: Pitt at No. 1 Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-37\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"bg\">The biggest question mark this week lies with the Miami offensive line. Last week, Florida State routinely got to Darian Mensah and created pressure. This week, while it isn&#8217;t a rivalry matchup, the Pitt defensive line will look to exploit those holes that FSU found just one week ago. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-38\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"bl\">Miami has dealt its share of injuries on the line of scrimmage, but with the talent in that room, they have to handle the blitzes Pitt throws their way. The Panthers send extra rushers on about 40% of their defensive snaps and can get exotic with their blitzes. Those pickups will require constant communication and effort, and Mensah needs a clean pocket to do his job. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-39\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"bq\">Pitt knows Miami will try to nickel and dime its way down the field and let its playmakers do their job in space to make big gains. The game plan will be relatively simple: apply pressure, hope it gets home, and try to force turnovers. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-40\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"bv\">On the flip side of that conversation, the Pitt offense relies heavily on downfield routes that take time to develop. The offensive line has to hold up for the entire system to work. That doesn&#8217;t bode well against a Miami team that has finally hit its stride in replacing last year&#8217;s group as a whole. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-41\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"c0\">On paper, in just about every head-to-head matchup in this game, Miami has the edge. If the No. 1 team in the country shows up at 11 a.m., the Hurricanes have a great opportunity to improve their record and return to playing under the Hard Rock Stadium lights next week. <\/p>\n<p>Pitt at No. 1 Miami Depth Charts<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-43\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"ca\">OFFENSE<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-44\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"cf\">Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-45\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"ck\">QB: Darian Mensah, Luke Nickel<br \/>RB: Mark Fletcher Jr. (TBD), Girard Pringle Jr., Jordan Lyle<br \/>X Receiver: Cooper Barkate, Vandrevius Jacobs<br \/>Y Receiver: Malachi Toney, Daylyn Upshaw<br \/>Z Receiver: Daylyn Upshaw, Dre Jacobs, Somourian Wingo<br \/>TE: Elija Lofton, Gavin Mueller<br \/>LT: Samson Okunlola, Joel Ervin<br \/>LG: Jackson Cantwell, Joel Ervin<br \/>C: Ryan Rodriguez, SJ Alofaituli<br \/>RG: Ben Congdon, Max Buchanan<br \/>RT: Matthew McCoy, Jaden Wilkerson<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-46\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"cp\">Pitt<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-47\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"cu\">QB: Holden Geriner OR Corey Dailey<br \/>RB: Damon Ferguson Jr., La&#8217;Vell Wright, Justin Cook, Jaylin Brown<br \/>X Receiver: Tony Kinsler, Cam Sapp, Bryan Hamilton<br \/>SL-WR: Censere Lee, Bryce Yates, Tyreek Robinson<br \/>Z Receiver: Cataurus Hicks, Demtrice McCray, Benny Hamilton<br \/>TE: Carson Kent, Elijah Lagg, Jordan Fields, Wyatt Villarreal<br \/>LT: Netinho Olivieri, Jiavani Cooley<br \/>LG: Kendall Stanley, Torian Chester<br \/>C: Ryan Carretta, Keith Gouveia<br \/>RG: BJ Williams, Keylen Davis, Isaiah Montgomery<br \/>RT: Ryan Baer, Mason Lindsay<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-48\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"cz\">DEFENSE<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-49\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"d4\">Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-50\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"d9\">DE: Armondo Blount, Herbert Scroggins III<br \/>DT: Justin Scott, Keona Davis<br \/>DT: Jarquez Carter, Keona Davis<br \/>DE: Damon Wilson, Marquise Lightfoot<br \/>WILL: Chase Smith, Bobby Pruitt<br \/>MIKE: Mo Toure, Kamal Bonner<br \/>CB: Ethan O&#8217;Connor, Camdin Portis<br \/>CB: Damari Brown, Ryan Mack<br \/>S: Bryce Fitzgerald, Omar Thornton<br \/>S: Zechariah Poyser, JJ Dunnigan<br \/>NICKEL: Omar Thornton, Camdin Portis<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-51\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"de\">Pitt<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-52\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"dj\">DE: Isaiah Neal, Zach Crothers, Josh Pittman<br \/>LDT: Sean FitzSimmons, Eliyt Nairne, Ty Yuhas<br \/>RDT: Nick James, Jeremiah Warren, Ty Yuhas<br \/>RDE: Jimmy Scott, Jaeden Moore, Reston Lehman<br \/>MONEY: Alex Sanford Jr., Cameron Lindsey, Abe Ibrahim<br \/>MLB: Jeremiah Marcelin, Justin Thompson, Davin Brewton<br \/>STAR: Braylan Lovelace, DeMarco Ward, Jayden Bonsu<br \/>LCB: Raion Strader, Shadarian Harrison, Kentrail McRae Jr.<br \/>SS: Josh Guerrier, Cole Woodson<br \/>FS: Cruce Brookins, Allen Bryant, Tony Forney<br \/>RCB: Shawn Lee Jr., Rashan Murray, Zion Ferguson<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-53\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"do\">SPECIAL TEAMS<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-54\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"dt\">Miami<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-55\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"dy\">P: Dylan Joyce<br \/>K: Jake Olsen<br \/>KOS: Jake Weinberg<br \/>KO\/P Return: Malachi Toney, Girard Pringle Jr.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-56\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" 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