Mario Cristobal and the No. 7 Miami Hurricanes got back on track following their first loss this season, bouncing back with a 36-25 win over the Duke Blue Devils on Saturday.

Cristobal shines as one of the best coaches in the nation, coming off a playoff run to the national championship game last season. Miami has excelled as one of the best teams in the country, being undefeated until losing to Notre Dame last week.

Miami has determination to win out its remaining games, recovering with a solid home win over Duke. Cristobal reflected on the win after the contest, per reporter Christy Chirinos. He noted the slow start in the first quarter, but he also praised the improvements as the game went on.

“Early, we struggled…as the game went on, the offensive line got stronger…we pride ourselves on strength and conditioning…it showed,” Cristobal said.

How Mario Cristobal, Miami performed against Duke

Mario Cristobal and No. 7 Miami are glad to be back in the win column. Duke certainly competed against them, but the Hurricanes edged past them for the victory.

Both teams traded blows throughout the course of the game following a scoreless first quarter. Even with the Blue Devils creating multiple touchdowns, the Hurricanes fired back with more scores to fend off the visitors.

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Darian Mensah had a busy day throwing the ball in the air. He completed 30 out of 41 passes for 382 yards and a touchdown.

Javian Mallory led the run game with 10 carries for 71 yards and two touchdowns, while Mark Fletcher Jr. had activity with eight rushes for 23 yards and a touchdown. Cooper Barkate topped receivers with eight catches for 134 yards. Mallory followed with three receptions for 79 yards and a touchdown, while Daylyn Upshaw caught six passes for 56 yards.

The No. 7 Hurricanes will look forward to their next matchup, being at home. They host the Virginia Tech Hokies in Week 12 as kickoff commences on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. ET.