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Virginia Cavaliers vs. Miami Hurricanes: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Hurricanes defeat Cavaliers 29–26 in Week 9

Ajay Allen paced the box score as Hurricanes closed out a 26–29 Week 9 finish.

Virginia Cavaliers 26 2-6
Final 26–29
Miami Hurricanes 29 6-3 Winner
Winner
Miami Hurricanes
Final score
26–29
Halftime
Virginia Cavaliers 9–3 Miami Hurricanes
Top passer
Tony Muskett
FantasyHQ MVP
Ajay Allen

Top CFB performers · Cavaliers

  • Tony Muskett 204.0 yds · +0.08 EPA/play +3.2 EPA
  • Mike Hollins 49.0 yds · 2 TD +2.8 EPA
  • Kobe Pace 25.0 yds -4.0 EPA

Top CFB performers · Hurricanes

  • Tyler Van Dyke 163.0 yds · -0.31 EPA/play -9.2 EPA
  • Ajay Allen 67.0 yds · 1 TD +3.8 EPA
  • Mark Fletcher Jr. 35.0 yds · 1 TD -2.6 EPA

Quick answer

Miami Hurricanes defeated Virginia Cavaliers 29–26 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Virginia Cavaliers 26, Miami Hurricanes 29.

Game summary

Miami Hurricanes edged Virginia Cavaliers 29–26 in Week 9 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 6 field goals across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Tony Muskett (Virginia) — 204.0 pass yds, +0.08 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Mike Hollins — 49.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Malik Washington — 11 rec, 147.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Virginia (-0.071/play) vs Miami (-0.192/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4OTFinal
Virginia Cavaliers63153026
Miami Hurricanes0366629

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

UVAVirginia Cavaliers
MIAMiami Hurricanes

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Virginia
    Q1TD
    MHMike Hollins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    Mike Hollins rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  2. Virginia
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 5
    Score
    9-0

    Field goal good from 22 yards

  3. Miami
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 30
    Score
    9-3

    Field goal good from 47 yards

  4. Miami
    Q3TD
    AAAjay Allen

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-9

    Ajay Allen rushes 26 yards for a touchdown

  5. Virginia
    Q3TD

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-9

    Interception returned for a touchdown

  6. Virginia
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 6
    Score
    18-9

    Field goal good from 23 yards

  7. Virginia
    Q3TD
    MHMike Hollins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-9

    Mike Hollins rushes 10 yards for a touchdown

  8. Miami
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    24-12

    Field goal good from 50 yards

  9. Virginia
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 15
    Score
    27-12

    Field goal good from 32 yards

  10. Miami
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 31
    Score
    27-15

    Field goal good from 48 yards

  11. Miami
    OTTD
    MFMark Fletcher Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    27-21

    Mark Fletcher Jr. rushes 11 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Tony Muskett (Virginia) — 204.0 yds · +0.08 EPA/play +3.18 EPA
  • Tyler Van Dyke (Miami) — 163.0 yds · -0.31 EPA/play -9.21 EPA

Rushing

  • Mike Hollins (Virginia) — 49.0 yds · 2 TD +0.21 EPA
  • Ajay Allen (Miami) — 67.0 yds · 1 TD +0.35 EPA
  • Mark Fletcher Jr. (Miami) — 35.0 yds · 1 TD -0.32 EPA

Receiving

  • Malik Washington (Virginia) — 11 rec · 147.0 yds +1.07 EPA
  • Malachi Fields (Virginia) — 7 rec · 67.0 yds +1.06 EPA
  • Jacolby George (Miami) — 5 rec · 28.0 yds +0.43 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Tony MuskettVirginia4254.8%2040+0.08+3.18
Tyler Van DykeMiami3066.7%1630-0.31-9.21

Team EPA comparison

StatVirginiaMiami
Plays8255
EPA / play-0.071-0.192
Total EPA-5.65-10.20
Success rate47.6%43.6%
Pass EPA / play-0.117-0.307
Rush EPA / play-0.022-0.043
Yards401264

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Miami511-2.65Punt
Q1Virginia1260+5.23Rush TD
Q1Miami625-2.04Interception
Q1Virginia1033-0.59Punt
Q2Miami34-2.27Punt
Q2Virginia37-1.88Punt
Q2Miami38-1.51Punt
Q2Virginia470+1.01Field goal
Q2Miami748+0.59Field goal
Q2Virginia99-1.11Ended
Q3Virginia32-3.10Punt
Q3Miami764+5.58Rush TD
Q3Virginia129-7.97Touchdown
Q3Virginia1469+2.31Field goal
Q3Miami30-6.07Interception
Q3Virginia649+3.95Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Virginia Cavaliers · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.97 EPA)
  2. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Tyler Van Dyke pass intercepted (-4.22 EPA)
  3. Q1 · Miami Hurricanes · Tyler Van Dyke pass intercepted (-3.9 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Virginia Cavaliers · Tony Muskett pass to Malik Washington for 64 yards (1st & 10) (+3.31 EPA)
  5. Q4 · Virginia Cavaliers · Tony Muskett pass to Malachi Fields for 18 yards (4th & 3) (+3.3 EPA)
  6. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Ajay Allen rushes 26 yards for a touchdown (+2.87 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Miami Hurricanes · Field goal good from 50 yards (+2.84 EPA)
  8. Q1 · Virginia Cavaliers · Tony Muskett pass to Malachi Fields for 15 yards (3rd & 13) (+2.49 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Miami Hurricanes controlled the final (29–26) in Week 9.
  • Passing edge: Tony Muskett (Virginia) — 204.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Virginia at -0.071 EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Virginia Cavaliers vs Miami Hurricanes?

Virginia Cavaliers 26, Miami Hurricanes 29 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Virginia Cavaliers vs Miami Hurricanes?

Miami Hurricanes won with a final score of 26–29.

Where can I find the Virginia Cavaliers vs Miami Hurricanes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525538.

Who led Virginia Cavaliers vs Miami Hurricanes in passing?

Tony Muskett (Virginia) led passers with 204.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Virginia Cavaliers at Miami Hurricanes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Virginia Cavaliers

Entered 2-5 Now 2-6 L

Miami Hurricanes

Entered 5-3 Now 6-3 W