SMU stuns No. 10 Miami in overtime to damage playoff hopes

SMU pulled off a dramatic upset over No. 10 Miami, winning 26-20 in overtime in a game marked by a rare NCAA rule enforcement and critical plays. Late in regulation, SMU's kicker Jack Stone had a successful field goal nullified due to a disallowed holder's towel, a seldom-invoked rule, forcing a retry that missed and sent the game to overtime. In overtime, Miami's quarterback Carson Beck threw a crucial interception near the goal line, setting up SMU's winning touchdown by T.J. Harden. Harden's 1-yard touchdown run concluded a strong overtime performance and sparked wild celebrations, including fans storming the field and toppling the goalpost. SMU's quarterback Kevin Jennings played a pivotal role, throwing for 365 yards and leading a late game-tying drive, while Miami's coach Mario Cristobal cited penalties and self-inflicted mistakes as factors in the loss. The victory marked SMU's 13th consecutive home conference win and was especially notable as the game was Miami's first outside Florida this season.