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Miami’s High-Priced QB Loses Top Target Before Notre Dame Clash

Mensah leads college football in multiple passing categories.

Miami’s High-Priced QB Loses Top Target Before Notre Dame Clash

Miami's highly-rated quarterback, Darian Mensah, finds himself without his top target before facing Notre Dame. Quarterback Malachi Toney suffered an ankle injury during practice and underwent surgery, setting him back from the upcoming matchup. Despite this setback, Mensah remains confident, as he's been praised by head coach Mario Cristobal for his leadership and readiness to take the ball.

Mensah has quickly risen to prominence in college football, leading teams at Duke and Tulane to victory and currently leading the nation in touchdown passes. With his $6.5 million NIL valuation, he's the highest-valued male athlete in college sports. The game against Notre Dame is critical for both Mensah and Miami, as it could significantly impact the team's position in the College Football Playoff rankings.

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