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T.J. Harden's 1-yard touchdown run in overtime was the difference maker in SMU upset over No. 10 Miami 26-20 on Saturday.
The Hurricanes took a second loss in three weeks, which came on their first trip outside the state of Florida this season. It was also a major blow to their College Football Playoff hopes.
Ahmaad Moses intercepted Carson Beck at the goal line on Miami’s first possession of overtime, setting up Harden’s winning score. His fourth straight carry of the drive to cap a wild finish for the Mustangs. SMU extended their home conference winning streak to 13 games and celebrated with fans storming the field as the goalposts were torn down.
SMU kicker Sam Keltner forced overtime with a 38-yard field goal with 25 seconds left after a costly unnecessary roughness penalty by Miami’s Marquise Lightfoot kept the Mustangs’ drive alive.
Kevin Jennings threw for 365 yards and accounted for two touchdowns despite battling a leg injury, while Harden finished with just 27 yards on the ground and all in overtime.
Beck threw for 274 yards and two touchdowns to Joshisa Trader and Alex Bauman but also had two interceptions. The one-time Heisman hopeful has six picks in the past three games.
Miami (7-2, 4-2 ACC) failed to attempt a final drive in regulation, choosing to kneel with 25 seconds and a timeout. Another costly play call from Mario Cristobal similar to the final possession against Louisville. Beck threw a game-sealing interception with the Canes in field goal range down three and likely to force overtime.
The Hurricanes are likely to tumble in the rankings after another setback on the road.
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