The Scarlet Knights entered the game with a 6–6 record (3–6 in the Big Ten), having finished in fifth place in their conference's East Division.
This was Rutgers' third Pinstripe Bowl, tying Syracuse for the most appearances in the game.
The Hurricanes entered the game with a 7–5 record (3–5 in the ACC), tied for ninth place in their conference.
This was Miami's second Pinstripe Bowl; the Hurricanes previously lost the 2018 edition.
at Yankee Stadium • Bronx, New York Pound sign (#) denotes national championship game.