Miami Hurricanes are the team to beat in the ACC this season. With a loaded roster and preseason hype, the Canes are projected to win over 9.5 games and capture the conference title. As the rest of the league loads up, Miami sits atop the standings with a target on its back.

In this around-the-league episode, Danielle and Eric break down the biggest threats from Clemson, Florida State, and North Carolina, and how Miami's elite offensive line and running back depth give them the edge. They also discuss the quarterback battle between Darian Mensah, Judd Anderson, and Dereon Coleman, and the impact of the preseason top 100 players list.

Outside results, like the new five-for-five rule bringing NFL talent back to campus, could shake up the league, but Miami controls its own destiny. The Canes open at Stanford on September 5, and a dominant start would send a message to the entire ACC. Can Miami live up to the hype and make the College Football Playoff?

In this episode: Rivals Roundup · Stacks Up · Path to the Playoff.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cfb/mia/2026-08-27/transcript.html

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