Miami quarterback Darian Mensah sets program record with 24 straight completions in win over Wake Forest

In Coral Gables, Florida, the Miami Hurricanes football team improved to 3-0 with a 33-20 win over Wake Forest on September 18, 2026. Quarterback Darian Mensah completed his first 24 passes, setting a program record, and finished with 30 completions on 34 attempts for 220 yards and three touchdowns. Through three games, Mensah has completed 89.9% of his passes, a rate that would break the FBS single-season record. Wide receiver Malachi Toney has been his top target with 444 yards and five touchdowns. Miami is considered a national title contender after losing the 2025 championship game.