Cam Ward, the quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes, had an impressive game against South Florida, throwing for 404 yards and three touchdowns. This performance also allowed him to become the 13th player in NCAA history to surpass 15,000 career passing yards. The Hurricanes secured a decisive victory over South Florida with a final score of 50-15.
Ward’s touchdown passes included a 6-yard pass to Isaiah Horton, a 5-yard pass to Xavier Restrepo, and a 76-yard pass to Sam Brown. Additionally, running back Damien Martinez contributed to the team’s success by rushing for three touchdowns, two of which were 1-yard runs that extended Miami’s lead to 36-15 during the third quarter.
Despite South Florida briefly holding a 15-14 lead in the first half, Miami’s offense, led by Ward, proved to be too strong. Receiver Sean Atkins stood out with 11 catches for 125 yards and even threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to quarterback Byrum Brown for USF.
Ward’s achievement of reaching 15,000 career passing yards is a significant milestone, especially considering he accomplished this feat in his 48th game. Previously playing for FCS Incarnate Word and then Washington State, Ward has consistently delivered strong performances throughout his collegiate career.
In the previous week, Miami set a school record by amassing 750 yards of total offense in a dominant win over Ball State. Ward’s consistent performance has been a key factor in the team’s success, as evidenced by his five touchdown passes in the previous game and three touchdowns against USF.
Looking ahead, Miami will face Virginia Tech in their upcoming ACC opener, while USF will play Tulane in their AAC opener. The Hurricanes will aim to continue their strong start to the season and maintain their position in the Top 10 rankings. Under the leadership of coach Alex Golesh, the Bulls have shown improvement and are heading in the right direction after a challenging season two years ago.
Overall, Miami’s victory over South Florida showcased the team’s offensive prowess and determination to succeed in the upcoming conference matchups. With Ward’s exceptional performance and milestone achievement, the Hurricanes are poised for a successful season ahead.
