Nobody’s content. We’re excited about the progress. We’re enthused and drive, but we just want to get back to work.’

Looking to finish undefeated in non-conference play, the No. 8 Miami Hurricanes traveled to Tampa to take on the University of South Florida on Saturday. Despite a feisty performance from their cross-state opponent,

After a tug-of-war in the first half, No. 8 Miami (4-0) pulled away in the second half and notched a 50-15 win over upstart USF (2-2), which has proven its mettle in closely fought games against both UM and Alabama. The Hurricanes are 6-1 all-time against the Bulls.

After years of false starts and false hope ending in Miami mediocrity, it’s time to take the No. 8 Hurricanes seriously. Not just as the ACC favorites. Not just as contenders to make the expanded College Football Playoff.

Cam Ward throws for 404 yards and three touchdowns. And the Hurricanes score 50 points for a third consecutive game.