Miami Hurricanes silence NFL doubters after upsetting Ohio State, then watch Buckeyes flood the first round. Did Miami’s playoff triumph prove Mario Cristobal’s program has elite draft talent—and expose lingering anti-Canes bias?

Alex Donno and Gries break down the Hurricanes’ playoff win over Ohio State, spotlighting players like Rueben Bain, Akheem Mesidor, and Francis Mauigoa who outperformed future NFL picks but saw their own draft stock questioned. The conversation dives into Miami’s NFL Draft results, skewed perceptions around Hurricanes prospects, and the program’s blend of portal stars, homegrown talent, and recruiting dominance. Key topics include Mark Fletcher’s leadership and draft outlook, defensive standouts, and Miami’s approach to building a sustained contender through both the transfer portal and elite recruiting classes.

Are recent draft snubs proof of a lingering anti-Hurricanes narrative—or just motivation for Miami’s next generation of stars?

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