The Buckeye Weekly Podcast Ten Things We Learned From Watching Miami's 26-20 OT Loss At SMU
Dec 25, 2025
The hosts dive into Miami's chaotic loss to SMU, highlighting critical turnovers and penalties that marred their performance. Carson Beck's unexpected mobility raises eyebrows as they discuss his mixed bag of plays. Mark Fletcher's consistent rushing style stands out, but can Ohio State contain him? They explore Miami's defensive vulnerabilities and how tempo played a role in the game. Special teams chaos adds to the drama, while potential strategies for the upcoming clash against Ohio State ignite lively discussion.
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Quarterback Mobility Matters
- Carson Beck showed surprising mobility and kept the ball multiple times as a runner in the SMU game.
- His willingness to pull and pick up short yardage creates a wrinkle Ohio State must account for on defense.
Tipped Throws Turn Into Turnovers
- Two interceptions in the game were largely not on Carson Beck but on tipped or undercut routes.
- Ball tips at the line frequently produced turnovers, a vulnerability opponents can exploit.
Mind Your Body Language
- Coaches must coach body language because Carson Beck visibly reacts to mistakes and can sap teammates' confidence.
- Expect Ohio State to try to exploit any on-field emotional lapses to force Miami out of rhythm.