The most important task at that time was to regroup for the very next game -- a critical MAC East matchup at arch-rival Ohio. With sophomore Aveon Smith taking over at quarterback, Miami met that challenge and ran off three more victories before getting another shot at Toledo in the MAC Championship game.
Once again, Miami came through with an upset win, avenging the regular season loss to UT and claiming its 17th MAC championship. It was MU's 17th MAC title and second since Chuck Martin took over as head coach.
It was also Miami's 11th win of 2023. The last time MU won 11 games was in 2003 when Ben Roethlisberger led the RedHawks to 13 wins, including a 49-28 victory over Louisville in the GMAC Bowl. Throw in victories over rivals Cincinnati and Ohio with a MAC Championship, and this year's squad has already earned a place in Miami history. Adding a 12th win would be quite the cherry topping.
Getting that win . . .
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