# Miami Hurricanes 2026 football season

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/miami-hurricanes-2026-football-season
> Updated: 2026-09-02T14:15:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Miami Hurricanes are entering the 2026 season with championship aspirations following a 13-3 campaign that resulted in a College Football Playoff National Championship appearance, where they lost 27-21 to Indiana.

Key roster developments include the transition to quarterback Darian Mensah, who previously led Duke to an ACC title. He is expected to be supported by playmakers such as Malachi Toney, running back Mark Fletcher Jr., and sophomore receiver Joshua Moore. Defensive players, including linebacker Mohamed Toure, have highlighted the depth of the running back unit.

In addition to on-field preparations, there is speculation that the program may celebrate the 25th anniversary of its 2001-02 championship team by wearing throwback uniforms during the October 24 game against the Pitt Panthers at Hard Rock Stadium.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Miami Hurricanes eye 2026 national championship run

Following a run to the National Championship game, the Miami Hurricanes enter 2026 with high championship odds, bolstered by new quarterback Darian Mensah and a highly-rated running back group.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-hurricanes-eye-2026-national-championship-run

### 2026-08-23: Miami Hurricanes prepare for 2026 season and potential throwback uniform debut

The Miami Hurricanes are looking ahead to the 2026 season with key player breakouts expected, while rumors circulate regarding throwback uniforms to honor the 2001 championship team.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-hurricanes-prepare-for-2026-season-and-potential-throwback-uniform-debut

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