Miami coach Mario Cristobal stays focused on the Fiesta Bowl, ignoring hype as the Hurricanes chase a national title.

Miami coach Mario Cristobal is staying focused ahead of the Fiesta Bowl, downplaying national hype despite the Hurricanes’ run to the College Football Playoff semifinals. After a midseason slump, Miami (12-2) tied its school record with 12 wins and faces Mississippi (13-1) in Glendale, Arizona, with a shot at the national championship. Cristobal emphasizes discipline, daily effort, and team culture, drawing on lessons from his time under Nick Saban, a philosophy shared by other CFP coaches. He dismisses distractions, including Ole Miss’ coaching changes, stressing that both teams are fully committed to preparation.