The No.6 Hurricanes survived another close one on the road as they defeated the Louisville Cardinals, 52-45. Miami QB Cam Ward was once again the catalyst for the offense going 21 of 32 for 319 yards and 4 passing touchdowns. Damien Martinez's 30-yard rumble for a TD would close the game, and he finished with 89 yards on the ground. 'Canes receiver Xavier Restrepo snagged 7 receptions for 101 yards and a score of his own. Louisville QB Tyler Shough was 31 of 51 for 342 yards and 4 touchdowns. Isaac Brown rushed for a touchdown, and Ja'Corey Brooks caught 6 passes for 107 yards and 2 touchdowns for UL.