Miami University captured the 2023 Mid-American Conference championship by defeating Toledo 23-14 on Dec. 2. Take a look back at the 2023 season in photos as the RedHawks prepare to play in the Cure Bowl on Dec. 16.
The Miami football team takes to the field at Yager Stadium for a home game. The RedHawks finished the season 11-2, won the MAC championship, and earned a spot in the Cure Bowl.
Miami's Raion Strader (13) and Silas Walters (29) make a tackle in the season opener against the University of Miami on Sept. 1.
Miami University fans were represented during the season opener against the University of Miami on Sept. 1.
The Miami football team attempts to block a kick against the University of Miami on Sept. 1.
Miami's Matt Salopek (15) makes a tackle against Cincinnati on Sept. 16. The RedHawks won the rivalry game 31-24 in overtime, securing possession of the Victory Bell.
Miami's Joe Wilkins Jr. (1) catches the winning touchdown against Cincinnati to bring back the Victory Bell for the RedHawks.
Miami's football team celebrates the RedHawks' 31-24 overtime win at Cincinnati to claim the Victory Bell on Sept. 16.
Miami players and fans celebrate after a 31-24 overtime victory against Cincinnati.
Miami's Gage Larvadain (10) makes a play during the RedHawks' home opener, a 62-20 win against Delaware State on Sept. 23.
Miami football fans cheer on the RedHawks at Yager Stadium during a home game. The RedHawks won four games at Yager Stadium in 2023, defeating Delaware State, Bowling Green, Akron, and Buffalo.
Miami wide receiver Javon Tracy (11) celebrates scoring a touchdown in Miami's 62-20 win over Delaware State on Sept. 23 at Yager Stadium.
Miami defensive back Ambe' Caldwell makes a tackle during the RedHawks' 27-0 win over Bowling Green on Oct. 7 at Yager Stadium.
Miami's Kolby Borders (64) prepares to hike the football against Bowling Green on Oct. 7. The RedHawks won 27-0.
Miami mascot Swoop runs onto the field at Yager Stadium.
The Miami University scoreboard at Yager Stadium displays information for fans during the Oct. 7 game with Bowling Green.
Planes fly over Yager Stadium prior to the start of the Oct. 21 football game vs. Toledo.
Miami's Will Jados (70) blocks against Toledo during the Oct. 21 game at Yager Stadium. Toledo won 21-17, but it would not be the last time the two teams would play this season.
Miami's Rashad Amos (0) runs with the football during the Oct. 21 game against Toledo at Yager Stadium.
The Miami defense makes a stop against Akron on Nov. 8 during a 19-0 victory for the RedHawks.
Miami's Graham Nicholson lines up for a kick against Arkon on Nov. 8. Nicholson recently earned the 2023 Lou Groza Collegiate Placekicker Award, becoming the first RedHawk to win a national award in program history.
Miami's Javon Tracy celebrates a play during the Nov. 15 game against Buffalo at Yager Stadium. The RedHawks won 23-10, securing a spot in the MAC championship game.
Miami's Michael Dowell (21) closes in on a tackle during the Nov. 15 game against Buffalo at Yager Stadium.
The Miami football team celebrates after making a play against Ball State in the regular-sesason finale on Nov. 25. Miami won 17-15.
Miami's Jacquez Warren (6) makes a tackle against Ball State.
Miami's Cade McDonald (15) tries to evade a Ball State defender during the RedHawks' 17-15 road win.
Miami's locker room at Ford Field as the RedHawks prepared to play Toledo for the MAC championship on Dec. 2.
The Miami University Marching Band cheers on the RedHawks during the MAC championship game in Detroit on Dec. 2.
A Miami fan displays a "Love and Honor" sign during the Dec. 2 MAC championship game in Detroit.
Miami football coach Chuck Martin talks to the team during the Dec. 2 MAC championship game in Detroit.
Miami's Kevin Davis (8) runs with the football against Toledo during the Dec. 2 MAC championship game at Ford Field in Detroit.
Swoop shows off a pair of Miami gloves during the Dec. 2 MAC championship game in Detroit.
The RedHawks were awarded the 2023 MAC football championship trophy after defeating Toledo 23-14 on Dec. 2.
Miami football players celebrate after winning the 2023 MAC championship in Detroit.
A Miami football fan displays a sign during the RedHawks' MAC championship victory over Toledo at Ford Field in Detroit.
Miami's Kobe Hilton (96) holds the MAC football trophy aloft for his teammates to see after the RedHawks defeated Toledo 23-14 at Ford Field.
The 2023 MAC champion Miami RedHawks.