Written by: Marcus Benjamin PITTSBURGH — Akheem Mesidor was the third Miami Hurricane selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Los Angeles Chargers selected the productive edge rusher 22nd overall, joining Bain (selected 15th overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers) as one of three other defensive end tandems drafted in the first round from the Miami Hurricanes (Gregory Rousseu and Jaelen Phillips in 2021, Jerome McDougle and William Joseph in 2003, and Kenny Holmes and Kenard Lang

Written By: Marcus Benjamin PITTSBURGH -- The second Miami Hurricane selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft was Rueben Bain Jr. The standout defensive end from Miami Central High School was chosen 15th overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Francis Mauigoa was selected 10th overall by the New York Giants) on Thursday night at Acrisure Stadium. Bain donned an all-brown suit with a picture of the street sign in which he grew up on the inside of his jacket. “I’m read

Written by: Marcus Benjamin PITTSBURGH -- In front of a record-setting crowd of over 300,000 spectators in Pittsburgh, the first Miami Hurricane selected was three-year starter Francis Mauigoa. The 6-foot-5, 330-pound offensive tackle, picked by the New York Giants in the first round (10th overall), was draped in a Ula Fala necklace and sunglasses at Acrisure Stadium on Thursday night. Mauigoa is excited to protect his new quarterback, Jaxon Dart, and block for running bac

Written by: Marus Benjamin For the third consecutive season, the Miami Hurricanes held their spring game on campus. The festivities took place Saturday morning at Cobb Field, which is normally used as a soccer and track stadium. The program installed bleachers that appeared to seat roughly 3,000 spectators, and there were plenty of Miami alumni on hand, including Jonathan Vilma, DJ Williams, Lamar Miller, Allen Hurns, and Elijah Arroyo, to name a few. Future 2026 NFL draf

Wriiten by Marcus Benjamin Last season, Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Malachi Toney from American Heritage (Plantation, FL) put together an impressive freshman campaign. The freshman All-American recorded 109 receptions for 1,211 yards, both single-season program records. In 2024, Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, from Chaminade-Madonna Prep (Hollywood, FL), registered 76 receptions for 1,315 yards, scoring 15 touchdowns, all Buckeye records for a freshman receiver

Spring is officially here in Coral Gables as Mario Cristobal, coming off his most successful season (13-3) as head coach of his alma mater, will look to continue to make “progress,” a word he has used heavily throughout his tenure as the leader of the University of Miami football team. Cristobal boasts a (35-19) winning record at Miami, and last season marked the first time the program won 13 games with victories over Texas A&M, Ohio State, and Ole Miss in its first College

Offers from Fau, Eastern Michigan, Liberty, Fordham University, Bethune cookman, Western Kentucky DELRAY BEACH, FL — Atlantic High's defensive unit is locked in this spring, and at the center of that energy is senior defensive back Tyrelle Owens. Owens has become a name to know in Palm Beach County. According to his coach, Pass Game Coordinator and DB Coach "Coach (Preston)P," Owens has been developing this moment since day one. "Tyrelle can play everywhere around the field,"

By Casz "C2" Clayton/ C2 on the Road Palm Beach Gardens, FL — Spring football has a way of revealing who's ready to lead—and Jordan Johnson, quarterback for Palm Beach Gardens High School, is proving he's built for that pressure. Only a member of the Class of 2027, Johnson is already stepping up as the voice of a young team, owning every rep, every read, and every responsibility that comes with being "the guy." "I've got a lot of young guys around me," Johnson told C2. "That

The 2026 NFL Combine is in the books, but many future professional Miami Hurricanes did not participate in the drills in Indianapolis. Most of the potential pro canes opted to wait until the Miami Hurricanes Pro Day, which will be held on campus at the University of Miami. Miami’s Pro Day is set for March 23rd, but there are already several Hurricanes who have secured a draft selection. Rueben Bain, Jr., Edge The ferocious defensive lineman has proven his value at every l

Coral Gables- Spring is officially here in Coral Gables as Mario Cristobal, coming off his most successful season (13-3) as head coach of his alma mater, will look to continue to make “progress,” a word he has used heavily throughout his tenure as the leader of the University of Miami football team. Cristobal boasts a (35-19) winning record at Miami, and last season marked the first time the program won 13 games with victories over Texas A&M, Ohio State, and Ole Miss in it

Written by: Casz Clayton Graphics: CWsporttsmedia West Boca, FL — West Boca set the tone early and never looked back, powering their way to a 41 to 3 win over Mitchell to secure the regional championship and punch their ticket to the next round. Mitchell opened the night with a promising start. Quarterback Cayden Thomas connected with Alex Fairbanks for a deep strike into West Boca territory, setting up an early field goal. But that would be the only moment the Mustangs contr

Blacksburg, Virginia — Miami walked into Blacksburg and never flinched. The Hurricanes dictated the entire matchup with execution, patience, and a passing game that Virginia Tech simply could not keep up with. From the first drive, Miami looked comfortable and confident, and they carried that same presence all the way through the final whistle. Pictures Courtesy of Miami Herald Carson Beck delivered the kind of performance that shows why Miami leans on his arm when the moment

By Casz "C2" Clayton College Station, TX — Miami and Texas A&M went toe to toe in a defensive battle that stayed 0–0 deep into the game, turning the College Football Playoff Round One matchup into a test of patience, toughness, and execution. Every yard was earned, every mistake magnified. Miami eventually broke through by staying committed to its identity. Mark Fletcher Jr. became the steady force the Hurricanes needed, carrying the ball 17 times for 172 rushing yards and co

Written by: Casz "C2" Clayton Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, TX — The Hurricanes are back on the road for their first out of state test of the season, and this one comes with some real weight. Miami is headed to Dallas to take on SMU in a matchup filled with emotion, competition, and connection. This game is more than just another stop on the schedule. SMU carries a strong Miami influence in the way it moves, thinks, and prepares. It is ACC business, but it feels like family

Photo/Written by Chuck Bethel As much as last Friday's home loss to unranked Louisville felt like a gut punch, ending Miami's bid for an undefeated season, the No. 9 (AP) Hurricanes must put it behind them because there's still work to do in front of them — beginning Saturday when they host Stanford at Hard Rock Stadium. Not much went right for Miami (5-1, 1-1 ACC) against Louisville. Quarterback Carson Beck threw four interceptions and no touchdowns, the Canes had their lowe

Atlantic made a statement Friday night with a 44–7 win over Garcia. The Eagles set the tone early, recovering an onside kick and scoring in just three plays. Quarterback Pedro Martinez connected with his receivers for three first-half touchdowns, building a 26–0 halftime lead. Atlantic extended its advantage early in the third quarter with a rushing score from No. 1 to go up 32–0. On the next Garcia drive, emotions boiled over as both teams were flagged twice for unsportsmanl

MIAMI GARDENS, FL – The University of Miami Hurricanes opened the 2025 season with a statement win over a top-10 opponent, defeating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 27-24 in a thrilling contest that showcased Miami's offensive firepower and defensive discipline. Miami struck early in the first quarter, as quarterback Carson Beck led an 8-play, 70-yard drive capped off by a 28-yard touchdown pass to true freshman Malachi Toney, giving the Hurricanes a 7-0 lead. Notre Dame answer

ACC is moving differently this year. It's bigger, bolder, and filled with teams and players who are ready to prove something. From conference expansion to deep roster rebuilds, the message is clear that this isn't the same old ACC. Let's get into it. First to the Podium, (10-3) University of Miami Miami is Ready to Lead, Not Follow The Hurricanes walked into Charlotte with a QB1 who knows pressure. Georgia transfer Carson Beck didn't come to Miami to be average. "There is no

By Casz "C2" Clayton / C2 on the Road '27 QB Jordan Johnson | 6'2 | 205lbs | 4.0 GPA Palm Beach Gardens, FL — Spring football has a way of revealing who's ready to lead—and Jordan Johnson, quarterback for Palm Beach Gardens High School, is proving he's built for that pressure. Only a member of the Class of 2027, Johnson is already stepping up as the voice of a young team, owning every rep, every read, and every responsibility that comes with being "the guy." "I've got a lot o

By Casz "C2" Clayton Cooper City, FL — At Archbishop McCarthy, the energy on the field is shifting. The spring season has ushered in a new wave of leadership and accountability—especially along the defensive line, where rising junior Kevin Campbell Jr. is quickly emerging as the anchor of the unit. After wrapping up a solid junior season with over 56 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, and eight sacks, Campbell is on a mission to level up. "Practice has been great. Every day is a c