The Miami Hurricanes entered their home game against Louisville as double-digit favorites. The game appeared to be the next step on UM’s path to ACC coronation.

The Cardinals had other ideas, jumping out to an early lead and holding on for a 24-21 win over No. 2 Miami .

UM’s first loss of the season featured a myriad of problems , from a stagnant offense to defensive miscues and penalties. Here are five key takeaways from the defeat:

Offense’s all-around struggles

Very little went right for the Hurricanes on offense Friday night. Seven of the Hurricanes’ 11 complete drives ended with a turnover, turnover on downs or a punt.

Miami’s vaunted offensive line could not pave the way for its running backs, as Mark Fletcher Jr., Jordan Lyle and Marty Brown combined for 42 yards on 16 car

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