Notre Dame and Miami are on a collision course for one of the biggest games of the 2026 college football season as two national championship contenders prepare for a November showdown that could shape the College Football Playoff race. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Alex Donno of Locked On Canes to continue the Locked On Irish opponent preview series by breaking down Miami's rise under Mario Cristobal, discussing the Hurricanes' championship expectations, evaluating Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney, and the explosive Miami offense, analyzing whether the rebuilt offensive line and revamped defensive front can replace elite NFL talent, and explaining why this matchup could become a top-five showdown with enormous CFP implications.
(0:00) - Intro
(1:22) - Miami's Championship Expectations
(15:39) - Can Miami's Offense Be Even Better?
(29:53) - Canes Defense & Biggest Questions
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