Week 1 pits Notre Dame's veteran, playoff-tested defense and top-five rushing attack against Miami's volatile but high-upside roster. Notre Dame returns one of the nation's most complete rosters and relies on physical, pound-for-pound power. Miami counterposes Georgia transfer Carson Beck at quarterback after a UCL recovery and a rebuilt receiver room featuring sophomore Joshisa Trader, freshman Malachi Toney and transfer CJ Daniels. Miami's front features Akheem Mesidor and Rueben Bain Jr., combining for disruptive pass rush. Miami's defense is integrating a new coaching staff, creating uncertainty when facing Notre Dame's consistent attack. Opening line: Notre Dame -2.5, O/U 50.5.
Week 1 delivers one of the most intriguing games of the season as Notre Dame travels to face Miami as a matchup of steady hands versus wild cards. Notre Dame enters with a proven foundation, returning one of the nation's most complete rosters, a top-five rushing attack and a defense loaded with veteran depth. Miami, on the other hand, is banking on making a splash.
Georgia transfer Carson Beck takes over at QB after recovering from a UCL injury, working with a rebuilt receiver room with promising young talent. On the other side of the ball, the Hurricanes' defense is breaking in a new staff. Whether they can keep pace against Notre Dame's pound-for-pound power and playoff-tested defense will determine if the Canes can pull off the upset or if the Fighting Irish's experience prevails.
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