There are signs the Hurricanes will show up at close to full strength for the bowl game. Running back Damien Martinez announced he was going to play, and star quarterback Cam Ward said in a video call posted on social media that he intends to play, as well.

The Hurricanes, No. 13 in the College Football Playoff rankings and No. 15 in the AP top 25 poll, will play No. 18 Iowa State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Kickoff from Orlando’s Camping World Stadium is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 28.

The Pop-Tarts Bowl sees the Miami Hurricanes and the Iowa State Cyclones hit the field on Saturday, December 28, 2024. The matchup kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET and airs on ABC.In their most recent