Cam Ward leads Miami to 56-9 victory over Florida A&M

In a dominant performance on Saturday night, Cam Ward led the Miami Hurricanes to a decisive 56-9 victory over Florida A&M in Miami Gardens, Florida. This marked Ward's first home start, where he showcased his skills by passing for 304 yards and three touchdowns, along with a rushing touchdown. His opening pass was a touchdown to Elijah Arroyo, setting the tone for the game. Miami's offense was further bolstered by Xavier Restrepo, who caught four passes for 104 yards and a touchdown, and Damien Martinez, who contributed with 90 rushing yards and a score. The Hurricanes, now 2-0, executed a remarkable 99-yard drive on their second possession, demonstrating their offensive prowess. Ward's performance places him among the elite quarterbacks in Miami's history, as he became the third player in the last 25 years to surpass 600 passing yards in the first two games of the season. His leadership on the field has been praised by teammates, highlighting the strong bond he has developed with them since joining the team. Florida A&M, despite the loss, had notable performances, including quarterback Daniel Richardson, who completed 13 of 17 passes for 135 yards. The Rattlers, who had a 13-game winning streak snapped, previously defeated Miami in their first meeting in 1979 but have since struggled against the Hurricanes. Looking ahead, Florida A&M will face Troy on September 21, while Miami's victory may have implications for their ranking, as they aim to break into the Top 10 for the first time since December 2020.