ACC Football: Week 12 Power Rankings

Nov 19, 2016; Syracuse, NY, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) scores a rushing touchdown as Syracuse Orange defensive back Daivon Ellison (19) dives in an attempt to make a tackle during the third quarter of a game at the Carrier Dome. Florida State won 45-14. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 19, 2016; Raleigh, NC, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Walton (1) runs the ball during the first half against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Carter Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports /

The Miami Hurricanes played it tough in the running game and it paid off for their third straight ACC victory. Although they got a win, the game snapped a four-game streak of games with a passing touchdown for the Hurricanes.

Running back Mark Walton ruled the day with 19 carries for 129 rushing yards and three touchdowns. It was Walton’s third straight game with at least 100 rushing yards. Quarterback Brad Kaaya threw for 286 passing yards as well.

The Miami defense forced two turnovers, scoring 10 points off of them. They forced a turnover for the fourth straight game of the season.

It’s been a good turnaround for the Hurricanes since losing four games in a row. They started 4-0 before falling to 4-4 on the season. At 7-4, they look to be in much better shape entering bowl season.

This Week: Duke

The Hurricanes close out their conference slate against Duke this week. Miami is 11-2 all-time against Duke in the series.

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