Miami has an elite run defense.

Miami Hurricanes 2026 Rushing Defense Performance

Miami’s 2026 rushing defense is ranked #1 nationally, allowing just 60.8 yards per rush and 2.36 yards per carry, with only 4 rushing touchdowns permitted

National Ranking & Key Stats

• Rank: #1 in FBS rushing defense
• Games played: 8
• Total rush attempts allowed: 206
• Total rush yards allowed: 486
• Yards per rush: 2.36 (best in nation)
• Rushing TDs allowed: 4
• Rushes per game allowed: 26.4 (#2 nationally)
• Rush yards per game allowed: 64.1 (#1 nationally)

Unless you have a balanced attack, you are 3 and out.