Miami Hurricanes preseason rankings and 2024 expectations

The curated articles highlight the Miami Hurricanes' position in the national conversation and examine how they prepare for the upcoming football season. They explore preseason rankings, roster developments, coaching changes, and player expectations.

The Hurricanes are ranked No. 10 in several preseason polls. Their new quarterback, Carson Beck, transferred from Georgia and is cleared to play after injury recovery. Miami starts the season with a major matchup against Notre Dame. Head coach Mario Cristobal made defensive staff changes, adding Corey Hetherman as coordinator and bringing in several transfers to address weaknesses. Freshman receiver Malachi Toney has joined the rotation and will compete for snaps as Miami replaces multiple pass catchers from last season. The offensive line looks strong due to continuity and the addition of transfer James Brockermeyer. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. enters the season healthy after an injury last year and will focus on leadership. Miami aims to improve on last year’s finish and stay in contention for the College Football Playoff.

Jul 22, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Miami quarterback Carson Beck answers questions from the media during ACC Media Days at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. By Jim Dedmon

NO. 1: QUARTERBACK CARSON BECK IS ‘FULL GO’ AS MIAMI HURRICANES PREPARE FOR PIVOTAL SEASON

Beck was limited in spring practices while recovering from elbow surgery but said he has now been 100% ‘for a while now.’ | Published July 22, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Miami Hurricanes defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman directs players during spring practice at the Carol Soffer Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Miami on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Coral Gables, Florida. By D.A. Varela

NO. 2: MIAMI HURRICANES ‘NEEDED TO MAKE SOME CHANGES’ ON DEFENSE. WILL THEY PAN OUT?

“After Week 4 last year, we took a downturn. We slipped defensively.’ | Published July 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Miami Hurricanes defensive line coach Jason Taylor Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) pressures Duke Blue Devils quarterback Maalik Murphy (6) during the second half of an ACC football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. By David Santiago

NO. 3: JASON TAYLOR SIZES UP UM LINE, DISCUSSES YOUNG PLAYERS AND NEXT STEP FOR BAIN

As the Hurricanes complete their 10 days of fall camp, this much is clear on their defensive line: | Published August 11, 2025 | Read Full Story by Barry Jackson

UM wide receiver Malachi Toney (12) catches a touchdown pass in the first half as during the Miami Hurricanes football spring game at Cobb Stadium on UM’s campus in Coral Gables, Florida on Saturday, April 12, 2025. By PHOTO BY AL DIAZ

NO. 4: 30 KEY MIAMI HURRICANES FOR 2025 SEASON: MALACHI TONEY HAS SKILL TO HELP AS A FRESHMAN

The Miami Hurricanes kick off the 2025 season on Aug. | Published August 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Offensive line coach Alex Mirabal, center, yells to his players during Miami Hurricanes football practice on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla. By Alie Skowronski

NO. 5: STAYING TOGETHER, PLAYING THROUGH PAIN, A NEW CENTER: TALES OF UM’S OFFENSIVE LINE

Listen to Miami Hurricanes offensive line coach Alex Mirabal speak, and it’s difficult not to get pumped up. | Published August 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Head coach Mario Cristobal talks to offensive lineman Deryc Plazz (79) during Miami Hurricanes football practice on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla. By Alie Skowronski

NO. 6: COLLEGE FOOTBALL’S PRESEASON COACHES POLL IS OUT. HERE’S WHERE HURRICANES RANK

The Miami Hurricanes will begin the season as a top-10 team according to the USA Today coaches poll. | Published August 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal reacts during football practice at the Carol Soffer Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. By SAM NAVARRO

NO. 7: WHERE MIAMI HURRICANES STAND IN PRESEASON POLLS, WATCH LISTS AND ALL-AMERICA TEAMS

The Miami Hurricanes enter the 2025 college football season with high expectations. | Published August 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

Miami Hurricanes tight end Alex Bauman (87) works with tight ends coach Cody Woodiel during football practice at the Carol Soffer Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. By SAM NAVARRO

NO. 8: HURRICANES’ ALEX BAUMAN WON’T GET TO FACE NOTRE DAME BROTHER, BUT SHOULD HAVE ROLE FOR UM

Alex Bauman was looking forward to the chance to play a college football game against his brother. | Published August 11, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordan McPherson

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