- courtesy of Miami Athletics - August 20, 2026 - CORAL GABLES, Fla. – University of Miami quarterback Darian Mensah was named to the 2026 Davey O’Brien Award Preseason Watch List, the Davey O’Brien Foundation announced Thursday. Mensah is one of 30 quarterbacks selected to the preseason list for the award, which is presented annually to the nation’s top college quarterback. The San Luis Obispo, Calif., native enters his first season with the Hurricanes following a standout 2

courtesy of Miami Athletics August 19, 2026 University of Miami wide receivers Malachi Toney and Cooper Barkate were named to the 2026 Biletnikoff Award Preseason Watch List, the Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation announced Wednesday. The Biletnikoff Award annually recognizes college football’s outstanding receiver at any position, where any player who catches a pass is eligible for the award; Miami is one of nine programs tied for the most Biletnikoff Award preseason wa

August 20, 2026 - The other day, we projected a massive wave of realignment coming within the next six months. The reaction was swift and passionate. “Did you forget the conference cap at 19 schools?” Good point. We projected the Big Ten would quickly expand to 24 member schools within the proposed 180-day grace period for schools to transfer. “Other than Miami and Notre Dame, ACC schools will not have offers to go to the Big Ten or SEC. The SEC/BigTen schools don’t want to s

August 19, 2027 - Miami had a record setting year under first year head coach Jai Lucas. The Canes had the best turnaround season in school history, returning to the NCAA National Tournament with a 26-9 record. However, coach Lucas and his staff again had to rebuild the roster for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The staff is now focused on recruiting efforts for 2027 high school prospects to achieve a sustainable roster moving forward. Look for Miami to sign 2-3 recruits in thei

August 19, 2026 - As the 2026 football season quickly approaches, position battles are still underway. The competition is fierce on Greentree. At this time, CaneReports will attempt to break down the projected depth chart at each position group. Remember, the coaching staff can still make final changes to these depth charts. Today, we project the DEFENSIVE LINE group. EDGE RUSHERS: Damon Wilson II Miami landed one of the SEC’s top pass rusher this off-season. Will he step up

August 19, 2026 - The U.S. Congress is considering a bill, “Protect College Athletics” that would restrict the conference realignment wars. A major sticking point is the 5-Year Independence restriction. for current Power Four schools wanting to leave their current conference for another Power Four conference. Such schools would have to play five years as an independent before moving to another P4 conference. This stirred a lot of controversy in Washington. An amendment was of

August 18, 2026 - Miami’s 2027 recruiting class currently has 21 verbal commitments and is ranked #4 in the nation, according the the 247Sports Composite. From all reports, the Canes will take a smaller class this cycle, projected at 22-24 recruits. With that said, who are the remaining recruiting targets for Miami? ——————————————————————————————— Edge DJ JACOBS*
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August 18, 2026 - As the 2026 football season quickly approaches, position battles are still underway. The competition is fierce on Greentree. At this time, CaneReports will attempt to break down the depth chart at each position group. Remember, the coaching staff can still make final changes to these depth charts. Today, we project the SAFETY position. STARTERS: Bryce Fitzgerald - Bryce had a fantastic freshman season in 2026 with six interceptions and freshman All-American

August 17, 2026 Courtesy of Miami Athletics: Three Miami Hurricanes were named to the 2026 Walter Camp Player of the Year Preseason Watch List, the Walter Camp Football Foundation announced Monday. Quarterback Darian Mensah, wide receiver Malachi Toney and running back Mark Fletcher Jr. were among 50 players selected to the preseason list for one of college football’s longest-standing individual honors. Miami’s three selections are the second-most of any program in the countr

August 17, 2026 - Miami head basketball coach Jai Lucas appeared on The LeBatard Show last week. Coach gave his thoughts on last season’s historic turnaround, his five-year contract extension and the expectations for this coming season. Surprised by the turnaround? “I think everything surprises you as a head coach. You know, you prepare, you got your notes, you got all this stuff you said you'd do for years. And then when everything starts flying and everything comes towards