The Miami OH RedHawks finished the 2016 regular season with six-consecutive victories but were unable to build on their success in Huntington.
In close Week 1 action, the Thundering Herd emerged victorious at home, defeating Chuck Martin's program 31-26. The potential rebound of Doc Holliday's Marshall program was an interesting storyline heading into this game. The teams seemed evenly matched, but the Thundering Herd held home field advantage at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. Here are several takeaways from Marshall's five-point victory on Saturday:
Miami's kick coverage hurt
The RedHawks spent the entire off-season with the sour taste in their mouths after kicking woes cost the team a bowl victory over Mississippi State.