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Monday Musings: FAMU tidbits; a big day for a big former Hurricane
Happy Monday, everybody. And, once again, despite it being Florida A&M it is a Miami Hurricanes victory Monday. So, without further ado, let’s get into the Miami Hurricanes-related tidbits floating around in my brain. 1) Miami destroyed Florida A&M. It’s hard to take much from it when you outclass an opponent that badly. But there […]
5 up, 5 down for Miami Hurricanes against FAMU
The Miami Hurricanes obliterated Florida A&M 77-7 to open the 2026 home schedule on Thursday night. The starters played in the first half on the way to a 49-0 halftime score. Miami held a 77-0 lead with over three minutes left in the third quarter. In other words, it’s a game that’s hard to tell […]
Miami moves up into the top 5 in both polls after win over Florida A&M
The Miami Hurricanes are now a top 5 team again. The Hurricanes moved up one spot in both polls after a 77-7 shellacking of the Florida A&M Rattlers on Thursday night at Hard Rock Stadium in a game that could have been 125-0 if Miami wanted. But a half of starters watching was enough to […]
Storm Cellar: All-22 Review of MIAMI HURRICANES O-Line vs. FAMU Rattlers
The Miami Hurricanes had a much improved game along the offensive line in the run game and it wasn’t just the talent drop across the field. SJ Alofaituli really stepped up his technique between Stanford and FAMU especially on Duo runs. Instead of turning his shoulder and missing the 2nd level defender he stayed square […]
Film Review: Miami Hurricanes 77 – FAMU Rattlers 7
The Miami Hurricanes move to 2-0 after drubbing the FAMU Rattlers 77-7 on Thursday night at Hard Rock Stadium. I predicted Miami by 40+ and clearly that was an easy take. Diatribe coming, skip ahead: I greatly appreciate what the FCS games do for the FCS athletic departments, essentially the payoff keeps the schools afloat […]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Florida A&M Rattlers 2026 Edition
Another game, another victory for the Canes! On Thursday night, your Miami Hurricanes began the 2026 home schedule with a blowout 77-7 win over the Florida A&M Rattlers. You love to see it! Craig T. Smith has your game recap: AND Mike Schiffman is back with the 3 stars of the game: And with no further ado, […]
Three Stars: Miami vs FAMU
The Miami Hurricanes demolished the FAMU Rattlers tonight at Hard Rock Stadium, 77-7. Miami’s defense didn’t give up a point. Miami’s offense looked incredible all night long. In an obvious tuneup game, the Canes did not disappoint. Let’s get to the three stars of the game. 1. Darian Mensah Miami’s signal caller now has eight […]
Recap: Miami defeats Florida A&M 77-7
The Miami Hurricanes rolled up the Florida A&M Rattlers 84-7 in their 2026 season opener at Hard Rock Stadium before a visibly impressive Thursday night crowd. Darian Mensah was once again close to perfect, engineering seven touchdowns in his seven drives. He was 14/15 passing for 252 yards with three touchdowns. Mark Fletcher, Jr. turned […]
GAME THREAD: Florida A&M Rattlers at Miami Hurricanes
Welcome to another Miami Hurricanes game day everyone! Your Miami Hurricanes are back in action and begin the home schedule tonight! This week, the Canes return to the friendly confines of Hard Rock Stadium for the home opener after a win on the road at Stanford last week. Waiting to face them are the Florida A&M University […]
ACC Rooting Guide: Week 2
The Atlantic Coast Conference lost both its big matchups against Southeastern Conference teams in Week 1: Clemson got smoked at LSU and Louisville came up just short against Ole Miss in Nashville. What a game that was though. To finish the week, FSU somehow couldn’t figure out how to get the lights to work at […]
How to watch Florida A&M Rattlers at Miami Hurricanes in Week 2
To continue the 2026 season, the Miami Hurricanes make their home debut with the annual HBCU buy-game/beatdown against the Florida A&M Rattlers. The Canes return home after a season-opening win on the road at Stanford, and the Rattlers stay in South Florida and return to HRS for the second time this week, following their 31-13 […]
How to watch Florida A&M Rattlers at Miami Hurricanes in Week 2
To continue the 2026 season, the Miami Hurricanes make their home debut with the annual HBCU buy-game/beatdown against the Florida A&M Rattlers. The Canes return home after a season-opening win on the road at Stanford, and the Rattlers stay in South Florida and return to HRS for the second time this week, following their 31-13 […]
Film Forecast ‘26: Florida A&M Rattlers at Miami Hurricanes, 9/10
The Miami Hurricanes (1-0) will host the Florida A&M Rattlers (1-1) on Thursday, September 10th. This is Miami’s home opener after a Week One road trip to Palo Alto to play the Stanford Cardinal. The game will take place on Thur. at 8pm on ACCN. Miami has a 99% win expectancy over FAMU per ESPN, […]
Bay State Ballers: How Massachusetts Ties Connect Miami’s Most Underrated X-Factors in Samson Okunlola and Omar Thornton
They won’t be confused for household names the way Malachi Toney or Darian Mensah are out of the gates. But tucked into the corners of Miami’s roster are two players whose paths both ran through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts – and both are quietly positioned to be two of the most important pieces of Miami’s […]
Monday Musings: Mali-Mensah mania; next man up for Miami
Happy Monday, errrrrrrbody. And for the first time since January, HAPPY VICTORY MONDAY! The Miami Hurricanes triumphed over the Stanford Cardinal 45-6, and as such, the 2026 run to No. 6 got off on the right foot. Lots to talk about, so let’s get down to brass tacks. 1) The Miami Hurricanes have a…complicated Heisman […]
Miami Hurricanes Injury/Availability Updates: Week 2 vs FAMU
On Monday afternoon, Miami Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal had press availability. During that availability, he commented on a few injuries affecting the Miami Hurricanes. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s all I have to share with you today, unfortunately. First up: CB O.J. Frederique Jr. When asked about his availability, Mario […]
5 up, 5 down for Miami against Stanford
Hello one, hello all. I’m back again to track what the so-called experts’ grading matches up against my own observations for each of the Miami Hurricanes’ games this year. As usual, I’ll be looking at the top five and bottom five-graded Hurricanes each week and comparing those grades to what my eyes and brain took […]
Storm Cellar: MIAMI HURRICANES O-LINE All-22 vs. Stanford Cardinal in WEEK ONE
The Miami Hurricanes 2026 offensive line has four new starters with all five being in a new position this season. Samson Okunlola is the highest rated of the returning OL with experience, he is a former five-star blue chip prospect. He did a solid job at LT, while the highest rated OL ever in Miami […]
Film Review: Miami Hurricanes 45 – Stanford Cardinal 6
The Miami Hurricanes (1-0) won their first game of the 2026 season 45-6 over the Stanford Cardinal (1-1). The ‘Canes offense, led by Darian Mensah and Malachi Toney, came out on fire and the duo will be battling each other for the ACC POTY all season long. The Canyonero Keys to Victory main theme was […]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Stanford Cardinal 2026 Edition
Welcome to the 2026 college football season everybody! On Friday night, your Miami Hurricanes began the 2026 campaign with a dominant 45-6 win over the Stanford Cardinal. That’s what you want to see! Mike Schiffman has your game recap: AND Mike Schiffman is back with the 3 stars of the game: Let’s get into this […]
Three Stars: Miami vs Stanford
The Miami Hurricanes dominated the Stanford Cardinal last night, 45-6. I regret not betting more money on the Canes. (Deep sigh). Stanford didn’t do itself any favors with some dropped passes, but it was a beatdown. That is going to be one jovial, albeit very long, flight home for Coach Cristobal and Co. Let’s get […]
RECAP: Miami dominates Stanford 45-6
The Miami Hurricanes took care of business against Stanford in Palo Alto on a late Friday night kickoff, 45 -6. Darian Mensah led the Canes on offense, going 27-30 for 400 yards and 5 touchdowns. Malachi Toney set the Miami single-game receiving record with 233 yards on 12 receptions, with three going for touchdowns. Cooper […]
GAME THREAD: Miami Hurricanes vs Stanford Cardinal
Welcome to another Miami Hurricanes season everyone! Your Miami Hurricanes are back in action and begin the journey of a new season tonight! This week, the Canes travel out to California to face off against the Stanford Cardinal. Stanford are fresh off a win over Hawaii last week, and look to get a big underdog upset this […]
Miami Hurricanes Match-ups of the Week: Week 1 at Stanford
Welcome back to football season! Your Miami Hurricanes open the 2026 campaign on the road against Stanford. One team has their sights set on contending for championships this season. The other is looking to start a rebuild for the future. That lead has probably given away my outlook how this game will play out, but […]
ACC Rooting Guide: Week 1
We are back! It’s the best time of the year! I am thrilled to be able to continue to cover Miami Hurricanes football, as well as checking in on other ACC teams. To reiterate as I do every season, this is not a serious article. Think of it as your break from all the intense […]
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