"Keionte Scott peeked over at the Miami sideline to see the reaction of his teammates as he sprinted 72 yards untouched for a touchdown returning an interception against defending national champion Ohio State. They certainly were excited, as were a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver and a former coach who won national championships with the Hurricanes. Scott picked off a screen pass by Heisman Trophy finalist Julian Sayin,"
"I was full of emotions. ... That was a pretty cool moment, said Scott, who has TD returns on both of his interceptions this season. Just having fun. ... That's what this team relies on, man, just going out there playing free and just having fun. The Hurricanes (12-2, CFP No 10 seed) have won two playoff games to get into football's final four after needing an at-large berth to make the 12-team field, after not even playing in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game."
Keionte Scott returned an interception 72 yards for a touchdown as Miami upset defending national champion Ohio State 24-14 at the Cotton Bowl in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal. Carson Beck threw a touchdown pass and Scott's play highlighted Miami's opportunistic defense. The Hurricanes (12-2, CFP No 10 seed) earned an at-large berth, have won two playoff games, and will play in the CFP semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 8 against Georgia or Ole Miss. Miami has not won a national title since 2001. Mario Cristobal, a standout offensive tackle on Miami's 1989 and 1991 championship teams, emphasizes team-first values and feels an obligation to Miami.
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