[2] Miami fired head coach Larry Coker at the end of the season and named defensive coordinator Randy Shannon as his successor to take effect after the bowl game.

The Nevada defense recorded 19 interceptions to tie for eighth in the nation and allowed an average of 19 points per game.

[3] In the second quarter, Jeff Rowe connected with receiver Marko Mitchell for a 27–yard touchdown, but a two-point conversion attempt failed.

With five seconds remaining in the half, Nevada kicker Brett Jaekle made good a 33–yard field goal attempt.

In the final minute, defensive back Chavez Grant intercepted a pass from Jeff Rowe on the Hurricane 33–yard line to seal the victory for Miami, 21–20.