During the ensuing PAT attempt, FIU safety Chris Smith wrestled Miami holder Matt Perelli to the ground after the kick and appeared to punch him in the chin. FIU cornerback Marshall McDuffie, Jr. kicked Perelli in the head. Miami players, including Calais Campbell, came to Perelli's defense, separating Miami and FIU players.
During a PAT attempt, FIU safety Chris Smith tackled Miami holder Matt Perelli to the ground after the kick, and then appeared to punch him in the chin.  FIU cornerback Marshall McDuffie Jr. kicked Perelli in the head. Miami players, including Calais Campbell, intervened to defend Perelli.