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Cincinnati Bearcats Dominate Miami (OH) RedHawks with a 27-16 Victory at Fred C. Yager Stadium

In an impressive display of skill and determination, the Cincinnati Bearcats secured a 27-16 victory over the Miami (OH) RedHawks at Fred C. Yager Stadium, improving their season record to 2-1. The RedHawks, on the other hand, faced another setback, dropping to a 0-2 record for the season.


Oct 29, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats wide receiver Tyler Scott (21) celebrates with wide receiver Chris Scott (80) after a two-point conversion catch against the UCF Knights in the fourth quarter at FBC Mortgage Stadium. UCF won 25-21. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar/The Cincinnati Enquirer Sentinel via USA TODAY NETWORK

Bearcats' Offensive Mastery


The Cincinnati offense was in full swing as they amassed a total of 401 yards against the RedHawks. Quarterback Brendan Sorsby played a pivotal role in this achievement, completing 21 out of his 34 attempts for 186 yards and throwing one touchdown pass. His performance was complemented by an effective ground game that saw Corey Kiner leading with 126 rushing yards on 21 carries and scoring one touchdown. Notably, Evan Pryor's electrifying run resulted in a stunning 65-yard touchdown, marking the longest rushing play of the game.


Defensive Highlights


On defense, Eric Phillips stood out with two sacks and two tackles for loss among his contributions that totaled to ten sack yards lost for Miami (OH). The Bearcats' defense overall tallied three sacks and six tackles for loss while limiting their opponents to just sixteen points. Derrick Canteen's interception highlighted their ability to disrupt Miami (OH)'s passing game effectively.


Special Teams Excellence


Special teams also played a crucial role in Cincinnati's win with Nathan Hawks successfully converting two field goals from beyond fifty yards, including one from fifty-five yards out - showcasing both precision and power in critical moments.


As fans look forward to more exciting performances from their team, they can mark their calendars for September 21st when Cincinnati will host Houston Cougars at Nippert Stadium. This upcoming match promises more action-packed football which fans can catch live on Fox Sports 1 starting at noon EDT.


This victory not only demonstrates Cincinnati Bearcats' resilience but also sets up an intriguing storyline as they prepare to face off against Houston Cougars next week back home where they'll aim to continue their winning momentum.

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