Football Jumps One Spot in Each Major Poll

CORAL GABLES, Fla. – The Miami Hurricanes moved up one spot in each major poll Sunday, checking in at No. 21 in the Associated Press Top 25 and No. 20 in the Amway Coaches Poll.

The Hurricanes (1-1), who topped Savannah State, 77-0, at Hard Rock Stadium on Sat., Sept 8, were ranked No. 22 by the AP and No. 21 in the coaches’ poll last week.

Sophomore defensive lineman Jon Garvin, who delivered an eight-tackle performance, and freshman tight end Brevin Jordan, who totaled career-best marks in catches (seven), receiving yards (52) and touchdowns (two), were among Miami’s top performers against the Tigers.

Miami’s position of No. 21 in the AP Top 25 marked the 20th straight appearance in the poll, extending the sixth-longest streak in program history. Miami’s 20th consecutive position in the AP poll represent the 10th-longest active streak in the country.

The Miami Hurricanes continue their schedule on Saturday, Sept. 15 with a trip to Toledo, Ohio for a matchup against the Rockets (1-0). Kickoff for the matchup, set for broadcast on ESPN2, 560 WQAM and 990 AM ESPN Deportes is set for 12 p.m. ET.