The Miami Hurricanes have turned what once seemed a far-fetched goal into reality: proving their approach in the transfer portal pays off. Once dismissed as wishful thinking, their pursuit of a standout defensive back now shows that Miami’s recruiting formula is more than just hype.

As the Miami Hurricanes gear up for their season, head coach Mario Cristobal is steering his focus away from the much-anticipated opener against Notre Dame. Instead, he’s emphasizing team fundamentals and long-term preparation over immediate hype.