- Miami is emphasizing character in the Portal. They want talent, but they want talent without headaches- Akheem Mesidor, Francisco Mauigoia, Matt Lee and Javion Cohen are examples of what they are looking for. Josh Farmer of FSU was a kid they liked, but they did not want to play negotiation games. Farmer ended up squeezing FSU for $440,000.
- One DT in the mix is Keivie Rose, who made First Team All-CUSA last year. Dennis Smith (Miami's recruiting coordinator) was instrumental in bringing Rose to Louisiana Tech. There is strong mutual interest. Miami continues to communicate with Tywone Malone (Ole Miss) and Miami would be happy to land one or both.
- Miami is in strong position for CB Jaden Davis (Oklahoma). They value his IQ, experience, energy and footwork. Miami would still like another corner. Jadais Richard (Vanderbilt) is a name that intrigues the Canes.
- Running back remains a position to watch. Miami is quietly in contact with multiple RBs in the Portal.
- They remain in good shape with WR Xzavier Henderson (UF) and believe there is more to his game than what he showed in Gainesville. He is a long-striding, field stretcher, but was often used on short passes and screens by Napeir due to their lack of shifty WRs. Miami is still in contact with JaQuae Jackson (D2 AA) and would take him.
- It looks like Miami or USC for Trequon Fegans. Miami wants him either as a big nickel or a safety. They are not as high on Demetrious Hill of FIU.
- Things continue to move along on the high school front. As Steve Wiltfong noted, Miami is in good position with elite DT Justin Scott of Chicago. There will be a major recruiting event in the weeks to come, with multiple elite targets set to attend. More information will be coming soon there. We have not heard much about Jerrae Hawkins of IMG and the Canes, but I understand there is significant mutual interest and communication. He has been compared internally to Jaylen Waddle.
- There is a lot of faith in Jacurri Brown at the Hecht, but they would love to add a backup QB and continue to search. Brown would love to redshirt if possible.
