What's Mario Cristobal's buyout? Miami fans calling for a firing can't be serious

Mario Cristobal's Contract and Buyout

After No. 10 Miami fell at SMU in overtime, attention turned to Mario Cristobal's contract and the cost of making a change.

The Hurricanes lost 26-20, with the Mustangs winning on a 1-yard T.J. Harden touchdown after Ahmaad Moses intercepted Carson Beck on Miami's first overtime possession.

Buyout Details

Cristobal's buyout, estimated to be about $61 million as of the 2025 season, remains among the largest in college football.

Manny Diaz has a higher win percentage at Duke than Mario Cristobal has at Miami.

Author's summary: Miami faces a large buyout for firing Mario Cristobal.

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