No. 5 Miami Secures Victory Over Wake Forest, Darian Mensah Sets ACC Records
No. 5 Miami secured a 33-20 victory over Wake Forest, highlighted by quarterback Darian Mensah setting ACC records for consecutive completions and key defensive stops in the fourth quarter.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, September 18, 2026 — The University of Miami Hurricanes, ranked fifth nationally, defeated Wake Forest University with a final score of 33-20. The game was marked by significant offensive achievements and crucial defensive plays in the closing stages.
Quarterback Darian Mensah played a pivotal role in the Hurricanes’ win, notably setting new Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) records. Mensah achieved a new conference record for consecutive completions during the game. Specific details regarding the number of consecutive completions or the exact date of the record-breaking event were not provided in the summary.
The Miami defense also made a substantial impact, executing key stops during the fourth quarter that helped secure the team’s victory. These defensive efforts were instrumental in limiting Wake Forest’s scoring opportunities and maintaining Miami’s lead.
The final score indicates a 13-point margin of victory for the Miami Hurricanes. Further details on game statistics, player performances beyond Mensah’s record, or specific game-changing plays were not detailed in the provided summary.
The summary did not specify the location of the game or any subsequent actions or consequences following this victory.
Story summarized from the original created by Aaron Beard, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
