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Miami Hurricanes Five Keys to Beating Virginia Cavaliers

By Alan Rubenstein

Nov 5, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes head coach Mark Richt during the first half against Pittsburgh Panthers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes head coach Mark Richt during the first half against Pittsburgh Panthers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Continue to Attack Defensively

Miami Defensive Coordinator Manny Diaz had restored the attacking style of defense that the Hurricanes were known for during their years as a national power. The Hurricanes shut down Connor last week and allowed Pittsburgh Quarterback Nathan Peterman to complete just 47 percent of his passes.

The Hurricanes have improved significantly from last season defensively when they ranked below 100 in many defensive stats. Miami is third in the country this season averaging nine Tackles for Loss for a total of 81 TFL’s and 29th nationally averaging 2.67 sacks for a total of 24.

The Hurricanes need to continue being disruptive behind the line of scrimmage, put the Cavaliers in third and long and put pressure on Benkert. Putting UVA in third and long pass situations should limit Mizzell’s opportunities to make big plays.

The Hurricane secondary also needs to be disciplined. Benkert has an 82-yard touchdown pass this season three more over 70 yards.

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