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Miami freshmen lead charge in rout over Central Connecticut State

UM football walked into Hard Rock Stadium Saturday morning determined to fix their mistakes following a 38-17 loss to Michigan State last week.

Tyler Van Dyke and Jake Garcia, Miami’s backup quarterbacks, wasted no time initiating the fast start that lacked in the first three weeks of the season. Miami (2-2) dominated Central Connecticut State (1-3) en route to a 69-0 win, but the score was only part of the story, as underclassmen dictated Saturday’s offense.

“These games matter because they help you with your developmental guys,” Miami head coach Manny Diaz said. “Our young guys are coming along and are going to continue to contribute to our football team.