The Miami Hurricanes have landed a top‑three 2027 football recruiting class, a haul that already includes 18 verbal commitments and promises to reshape the squad's depth chart. The excitement in Coral Gables is palpable as the coaching staff celebrates each new pledge, knowing that each addition could be a building block for future success.
Football Recruiting Momentum
Among the headline names, speedy slot receiver Eli Woodard is weighing Miami against California, while five‑star prospect DJ Jacobs is being courted as a potential flip from Ohio State. Kaden Henderson, a priority target, is also exploring options at Texas A&M and Notre Dame, and Andre Hyppolite is keeping Miami on his list alongside Florida, Georgia and Notre Dame. The Hurricanes are also awaiting a decision from tight end Anthony Cartwright, a recruit whose choice could further solidify the class.
Basketball Portal Impact
On the hardwood, Miami’s basketball portal additions have been ranked sixth nationally by 247 Sports, a testament to the program’s strategic moves. Georgia transfer Somto Cyril will step in to replace Ernest Udeh, while Villanova’s Acaden Lewis is set to take over point‑guard duties from Tre Donaldson. DeSean Goode, the Horizon League’s Player of the Year, is joining the roster, and veteran Brent Bland will add extra three‑point firepower.
The Hurricanes enter the preseason ranked No. 12 in the Field of 68, a positioning that reflects both the strength of the incoming class and the continuity of returning talent. Malik Reneau, who recently worked out for the Miami Heat, is being evaluated for a potential selection at pick No. 41, underscoring the NBA interest in the program’s prospects.
Upcoming Matchups and Draft Outlook
The schedule will feature a high‑profile showdown when Alabama visits Miami on Dec. 2 for the ACC/SEC men’s basketball challenge, while the football program will honor the 2001 championship team during the Oct. 24 home game against Pittsburgh. In the draft arena, Pro Football Network’s 2027 first‑round mock predicts three Hurricanes — Ahmad Moten, Damon Wilson II and O.J. Frederique — among the top selections, hinting at a busy future for the program’s alumni.