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Malachi Toney Breaks Miami Record in 52-23 Win

By Drooid · Oct 25, 2026, 2:46 AM UTC · How we work

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Malachi Toney Breaks Record

Malachi Toney caught 16 passes for 194 yards and three touchdowns in Miami’s 52-23 win over Pittsburgh.
The 16 receptions broke Toney’s own Miami single-game record for catches.
Miami remains unbeaten at 7-0 overall and 5-0 ACC, with upcoming games at North Carolina and Notre Dame.

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Miami Celebrates Title

Miami honored its 2001 national championship with throwback jerseys during the Pitt game.
Dozens of 2001 team members attended, with Hall of Famer Ed Reed praising the current squad.
Wide receiver Malachi Toney recalled Andre Johnson urging him to stay himself.
The halftime show featured a photo with alumni, marking the 25th anniversary of the title.
Coach Mario Cristobal said the past championship fuels the team’s hunger for success.

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Historical Context

In 1987 the Miami Hurricanes, led by head coach Jimmy Johnson, posted a perfect 12-0 record and defeated Oklahoma 20-14 in the Orange Bowl to claim the program’s second national championship. That undefeated season forged a winning culture that still shapes the team, as 2024 coach Mario Cristóbal draws on the legacy of titles such as the 2001 championship to drive recruiting and fan expectations.

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Malachi Toney Breaks Record

Malachi Toney caught 16 passes for 194 yards and three touchdowns in Miami’s 52-23 win over Pittsburgh.
The 16 receptions broke Toney’s own Miami single-game record for catches.
Miami remains unbeaten at 7-0 overall and 5-0 ACC, with upcoming games at North Carolina and Notre Dame.

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