Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord excels in historic victory over Miami

In a high-stakes college football matchup in the United States, Syracuse University achieved a significant victory against then-No. 8 Miami with a score of 42-38. This win, which occurred during Week 14 of the college football season, marked Syracuse's first win against a top-10 opponent since 2017. Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord, a transfer from Ohio State, played a vital role in this victory, completing an impressive 26 out of 36 passes for a total of 380 yards and throwing three touchdowns, demonstrating his skill and leadership on the field. McCord's performance was particularly noteworthy in the second half, where he completed 10 of 12 passes for 224 yards and two touchdowns. This strong showing helped pave the way for Syracuse’s success, as they knocked the Hurricanes out of contention for the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game. This victory has significant implications for the conference standings and allowed Clemson to take their place in the championship game against SMU. Moreover, McCord's stellar season culminated in a total of 29 touchdown passes, setting a school record for Syracuse, and he currently leads the nation with an average of 360 passing yards per game. Syracuse's overall performance has been exceptional, with the team achieving nine victories, the first time they have reached this milestone since 2018. They have also broken into the AP Top 25 rankings for the first time in two years. The runner-up for the national player of the week was Hawaii true freshman Micah Alejado, who had an extraordinary performance in his first start, throwing for 469 yards and five touchdowns. Other notable performances during that week included South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers and Boise State's Ashton Jeanty, showcasing the high level of competition within college football as the season draws to a close.