The Real Ones Canes Podcast

Cam and The Beast bring you all of the storylines that came out of Miami's 77-7 win against FAMU at Hard Rock Stadium on Thursday night.

Yes, Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney, and Mark Fletcher had their moments, but so many new faces got playing time and made an impact! We saw Mallory with two touchdowns, and Vance Spafford and Somourian Wingo got into the end zone. Luke Nickel had a perfect passing night. We even got to see the next-gen QB Dereon Coleman, who played pretty well!

It wasn't all perfect, though.

There...

Cam did the unthinkable and left The Beast to his own devices this week. It's ok, BTBL (Brian The Beast London) knows how to fly solo and brings you the preview you need for Miami and FAMU.

We got word just before the show that Jordan Lyle may have his status change as legal news came in. The Beast tells you about that as well as tells you who you might see lining up at CB with OJ Frederique, Jr. out after a major, possibly season-ending, shoulder injury ended his night in Palo Alto. We also need...

The Miami Hurricanes made the 2,500 mile journey from Miami to Palo Alto to face the Stanford Cardinal and they took care of business in the opening game of the 2026 campaign.

Darian Mensah to Malachi Toney was a thing that was on display all night (until they got some rest late in the game). Malachi set the single-game receiving record, breaking Eddie Brown's record from 1984. Darian Mensah had 400 yards passing and looked almost perfect in his debut in the Orange and Green. The offense was making big play after big play, but the run game left a bit...

We made it! The offseason is over. The pointless time-killing debates can stop, and all of the opinions from the talking heads can be thrown aside.

The Miami Hurricanes will start their 2026 campaign in Palo Alto against the Stanford Cardinal. Cam and The Beast have your game preview with all of the important matchups. Stanford has already played a game, beating Hawaii. The Canes will be traveling 6 hours west (maybe less depending on the head winds), and take on Stanford on The Farm on Friday night.

What story lines are we thinking about as the...

As the Canes come to the close of fall camp, the entire world wants to talk about who will be WR3. We do cover this, but there are other storylines to consider, notably OL, LB, and K. We break those down and more.

The Beast wants to talk about off-the-field issues and sort of catches Cam off guard. Instead of pausing to let Cam catch up on what he missed, he wants to power through and "DO IT LIVE."

Was Cam Vaughn told to exit stage right because of his attitude towards the WR depth...

Firstly, we apologize for Cam's audio. We tried to fix it many times, but the gremlins got the better of us.

Cam and The Beast dig into the first week of the Miami Hurricanes' first week of fall camp. Of course, the first topic has to be the contract extension that Mario Cristobal signed. More Years. More Money. Donation back to the school. This is all good!

Then it's some position talk, as The Beast tells you he is not a fan of the minutiae of camp, but secretly pays attention to all of it...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast bring you everything you need to know about Columbus two-way player A'mir Sears after he committed to the Canes on Friday afternoon. Cam explains why this young man is the get of the decade. The Beast brings up that Number 1 recruiting class from '08 and why this class, with FIVE 5-Star players in it, will be different.

We know this Hurricanes' offense will be next-level, but do not think this defense is going to slack off just because 3 and 4 are gone.

Btw, have you seen...

Only a few episodes left before we get to talking about real football as the Miami Hurricanes start fall camp on 9/4/2026.

We start this show with the reason why Malachi Toney wasn't on the ballot for ACC Preseason Player of the Year.

Then, we move on to Bryce Fitzgerald moving positions, which seems to bother Canes fans but doesn't bother us.

Some are saying this defense could not possibly be as good as last year's squad with Bain and Messidor and Scott gone, but Cam explains that the sum of the parts that...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, The State of the U's Cam Underwood and The Beast recap the Canes trip to Charlotte and ACC Media Days. Let's just say they were the popular attraction.

We have noticed that Mario Cristobal has been making sure to mention his change in philosophy regarding the Canes QB position. What does this mean for the future of the position?

We love Mark Fletcher. Who Doesn't?

Fans of other teams need to get over the jealousy of Miami's abilities in the transfer portal. If they are so bothered...

We have hit the dog days of summer, but the recruiting news never stops, especially with Mario and this staff! Cam gives us all of the latest news on the class of 2027, and we look ahead to the class of 2028.

The Beast wants to know why a player in the state of Florida would choose any school other than Miami.

FSU has it tough right now. We aren't upset.

Segment two brings us to a poignant question: If Miami can negotiate well, and the financials make sense, should the Canes stay in the...

It's the dog days of Summer, but there is always Canes' news to get to. We are on the cusp of July, and Miami has not yet hired a new Athletic Director. Does it matter? Cam plays it down.

Recruiting is a year-round operation, and we have updates.

EA Sports released the player ratings for CFB. Where do the Canes rank?

The Brendan Sorsby situation took another turn, and we are all for it.

So much here.

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The Beast starts the show with a rant about longtime South Florida sports columnist Dave Hyde being laid off by the Sun-Sentinel. Beast also makes the case for naming Miami alum Jim Frevola as the new AD.

Cam brings you the latest on the recruiting front. What other targets are out there for the Canes? Are we good at every position?

What are realistic expectations for the Miami Hurricanes in 2026? We disagree with a talking head who said 9-3.

Finally, we dig into the Brendan Sorsby saga at Texas Tech. The bottom line...

On this edition of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast start out the show by discussing the amazing job that Mario Cristobal and his staff are doing in securing the 2027 Miami Hurricanes' recruiting class. They could have the most five-star players of any Canes recruiting class ever when it's all said and done.

Malachi Toney is on the cover of College Football 27. It's an amazing honor for the kid who's just getting to his sophomore season.

Miami's Baseball season ended in embarrassing fashion, giving up over 30 runs in 24 hours. There needs to be a change...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast start the show by talking about Miami Hurricanes' hardball. The Canes head to G-Ville as the 2 Seed. Do the Canes have a chance? As you know, on this show, it's only "Omaha or Bust."

Also, UM announced some game times for the beginning of the football season, and the ACC announced home and away opponents for the basketball season. We discuss.

Segment two brings us to football recruiting. It's a huge OV weekend. What names do you need to know? Cam has all the info.<...

On this wonderful edition of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast give you the lowdown on the Mark Matthews saga as the St. Thomas Aquinas OT decided to head to College Station instead of Coral Gables. But, all is not lost, the Canes flipped another one (DJ Khaled Voice) as Mario and the staff refuse to Duck away from the competition (see what we did there).

There is some football scheduling news that we think works out to Miami's favor.

The Canes' baseball team has come to the end of the regular season after losing...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast give you the skinny on Terry Jefferson being promoted to CB coach, and Will Harris being promoted to Secondary Coach and Pass Defense Game Coordinator. Good moves for Miami?

We all thought St. Thomas OT Mark Matthews was going to Texas A&M. Wellllllll....hold that thought. He has scheduled an official visit to Miami. Are the Canes still in this?

The Canes baseball team has reached the end of the regular season, and the pitching is not so bueno. One series left before they...

Times are changing at The U. We found out last week that Dan Radakovich would be stepping down as the Director of Athletics.

We invited the great Michelle Kaufman on the show to talk about why Dan is stepping down, what he accomplished at The U, and what's next.

As for what's next, The Beast did some reporting this week to figure out what The U might be looking for in a new AD. Is it truly Michael Yorkmark's job? Why do people not like Michael Yormark? What's the connection between Yormark and The U...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, we did a deep dive into the NFL Draft and the Miami Hurricanes that were taken, plus the guys that signed as UDFA. We were surprised that some guys dropped, and surprised that others seemed to be picked before we thought they would go.

We touched on the latest recruiting news. Don't worry. All will be ok in the Gables.

Plus, it looks like Dan Radakovich will be retiring, and a new AD will be hired soon. We dive into that and more.

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Cam plays host and gets The Beast's thoughts on the Spring Game. The Beast battled the sun and the Palmetto Expressway to get to the Gables and be on the sidelines for the Canes' Spring Game. He has thoughts and feelings and opinions and hot takes.

Go check out all of the great work that Cam and his staff do at StateOfTheU.com

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We interrupt your Miami Hurricanes Spring Game preparation to discuss the new deals that Miami's OC and DC got a few days ago. We praise The U for doing what it takes to keep Mario Cristobal's lieutenants in the Gables. How does former UM president Donna Shalala factor into this? Beast tells you.

Mario and Alex Mirabal continue to build a dominate and deep offensive line by getting big commitments and a JUCO transfer.

Jai Lucas has his work cut out for him with the basketball roster. There are two returning players, one big time...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, we do a deep dive into this absolutely loaded Miami Hurricanes' wide receiver room. Who will get run out of this talented group?

It's been reported that Luke Nickel is QB2. Beast thought maybe Dereon Coleman would earn the spot. Cam breaks down Luke's game, going back to his days dominating Georgia high school football.

Speaking of QBs, the Canes got two QB commits this week. We give you the breakdown on the two QBs, and Cam tells you why one of them got an offer.

NFL...

The Miami Hurricanes football team has moved to the full-pads portion of Spring Practice. Beast is dismayed at a certain batch of fans who see one highlight and pronounce that player a Hall of Famer. Cam pushes back. Maybe they find some common ground.

It's a huge recruiting weekend, and Cam gives you the lowdown on all of the players that will be in the Gables.

Some Canes' hoops transfers are leaving the program. What will next year's team look like?

Why hasn't the University of Miami built a statue to honor Howard...

This is a jam-packed episode of the ROCPOD. We start by putting a bow on the first year of the Jai Lucas era for Miami Hurricanes' basketball. They lost to Purdue in the round of 32, but the future seems really bright under Jai Lucas, if he stays in the Gables.

The NFL Draft is coming up, and the Canes that hope to have their names called by Roger Goodell in a month worked out for more than 100 NFL personnel and all 32 teams on Monday. We tell you who improved their draft stock and who may have hurt...

The Miami Hurricanes are a seven seed in the NCAA Tournament and take on the 10 seed Missouri in the first round in St. Louis. Cam and The Beast preview the game and tell you how Miami can win, and how they can lose. Who has to step up for Jai Lucas' team?

Next week is huge for Miami Hurricanes' football. Pro Day is on Monday. Who do Cam and The Beast look forward to seeing perform for all of the NFL peeps that will be in town?

Then, on Tuesday, it's the start of Spring...

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast react to the Miami Hurricanes' men's basketball team's win in the quarterfinals of the ACC Tournament against Louisville. They shower Jai Lucas and this team with love for turning the program around in one season after the huge drop off under the previous regime, despite going to the Final Four just a few years ago.

The guys also talk about the verbal commitment of Nick Lennear, the Carol City WR, to the Miami Hurricanes. He's one of the best players in the country and...

Happy 305 Day to those who celebrate! Cam and The Beast start the show by talking about why they are all for the hiring of Army OL coach Mike Viti as the Miami Hurricanes' new TEs coach. Cam calls him "Military Mario." There are also a plethora of huge recruits coming to visit this weekend, and we have the list and will tell you who to keep your eye on.

Segment two brings us to the NFL Combine, where 10 Miami Hurricanes showed off their stuff. Does Rueben Bain's arm length really matter? How did Carson Beck do? We...

Cam and The Beast tackle a bunch during this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast.

We start with the possible hiring of a new Miami Hurricanes Running Backs coach. Is Favian Upshaw the right guy for the job?

Mario Cristobal and Kirby Smart went at it. Who came out on top? Who knew Mario had comedic chops?

Malachai Toney has a new number.

We know when Spring Practice will start.

Plus, there's the hoops team with their eyes on the Big Dance, and the baseball team is undefeated...

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast dive into the three open coaching positions on the University of Miami Hurricanes' staff.

Are there some internal candidates who could take over those positions?  That's possible, and we give you the names.

The University of Miami Hurricanes basketball team has won some big games lately. Is it enough to get them into the big dance? What do they have to do down the stretch to improve their seeding?

The Canes' baseball team has started the season with a ton o...

On this episode of the ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast bring you a way-too-early preview of the 2026 Miami Hurricanes' roster and depth chart. How many positions are among the best in the country? We think there are at least three. The team will be elite in 2026. Back to the playoffs?

There have been some coaching moves out of the Gables, and we address.

Then, some of the digital journalists have Miami slated to be back in the CFB Playoffs. Meanwhile, there are plenty of internet trolls out there, and The Beast gets suckered in every...

Miami struck out on portal quarterbacks until they got a big fish! Now-former Duke QB Darian Mensah is going to be QB1 in the Gables and is bringing his top target, Cooper Barkate. Miami's offense has a chance to be elite. The boys are stoked!

The 2026 schedule was released. While the schedule favors Miami being back in the playoffs, it includes three Friday-night games and a Thursday-night game. Why does the ACC continue to poop all over one of its star brands?

Dabo Swinney went on a rant about Ole Miss tampering and convincing a...

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam Underwood, from the State of The U and The Beast, walks you through all of the Transfer Portal moves that the Miami Hurricanes have made. We tell you which players have left, and give you the rundown on the players who have committed to join the 'Canes next season.

It looks like one of Miami's assistant coaches is leaving the Gables. Who should take his place?

We get into the NCAA deciding to keep the College Football Playoff at 12 teams.

And, just as...

It was a tough loss. The Miami Hurricanes lost to the Indiana Hoosiers 27-21 in the National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Despite having a rough start on offense, the Hurricanes found the end zone in the second half and had the ball with a chance to win the game before Carson Beck threw an interception.

Cam and The Beast go through the game. They bring up all of the missed opportunities for Miami and break down the good, the bad, and the ugly.

One thing is for sure: the University of Miami Hurricanes...

Ken Dorsey is a Miami Hurricanes legend. His name was put into the University of Miami Ring of Honor this season, and his regular-season record of 38-2 may never be matched again in Coral Gables. He led Miami to a National Championship and should have won a second. He certainly knows what it's like to play football on the biggest stage. The Beast sat down with Ken to talk about the big game and his life now as a coach for the Dallas Cowboys.

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The U is HERE! The University of Miami Hurricanes have made it back to the National Championship game for the first time since the 2002 season. Indiana is a juggernaut of a team and would be the first team to go 16-0 in FBS college football history if they win this game.

Indiana's offense is led by Heisman Trophy winner and South Florida native, Fernando Mendoza. They have outstanding players at WR and RB. They have a really good offensive line. Miami's defense will have its work cut out for it.

The Miami offense will face...

Landon Tengwall is one of the rising stars of College Football YouTube (Go watch and subscribe to his show  @LandonTengwallCFB  ). He does an amazing job of breaking down film and understands the X's and O's as well as anyone. He joined Cam and me to talk about the #cfpnationalchampionship between #miamihurricanesfootball and #indianafootball

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He's a part of the most famous halftime speech in the history of the University of Miami. Joaquin Gonzalez, along with Ed Reed, was one of the two most vocal leaders on the greatest college football team of all time. He was an All-American and set the standard for the 2001 National Champions. Watch as Joaquin breaks down this game against Indiana and how the University of Miami can beat the Hoosiers to win their 6th National Title.

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It was one of the best college football postseason games of the last two decades, and at its end, the University of Miami Hurricanes beat the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27.

Mark Fletcher, Carson Beck, Malachi Toney, Keelan Marion, Marty Brown,  and the rest of the Miami offense got it done when it mattered.

The Miami Defense played as a unit and was able to do enough to prevent Trinidad Chambliss and them boyz from beating them in the end.

They fought through penalties and injuries, dropped interceptions, and the flu to finally evict t...

The Ole Miss Rebels may be without Lane Kiffin, but they are proving to be a juggernaut in the college football postseason. The Miami Hurricanes have surprised many, but not Canes fans who have seen this team get better and better as the the CFP has moved along.

The Miami defense will have its hands full with a dynamic playmaker in Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss. He uses his legs to make big pass plays happen. We break down what the Corey Heatherman-coached defense has to do to contain Chambliss.  Here is Cam's piece on the Miami d...

The Miami Hurricanes went to Dallas and Jerry's World and proved all of the doubters wrong, winning their second College Football Playoff game, beating Ohio State.

The Hurricanes were dominant up front on both sides of the football, and they did enough in both the run game and the passing game to get the W.

The story, though, was Corey Heatherman's defense. It was just stellar. Sure, Jeremiah Smith got his, but otherwise, OSU could not get anything else going.

The Hurricanes move on to the Fiesta Bowl to play the winner of...

It's a clash of two old foes. This collection of Miami Hurricanes may not remember 2002, but plenty of us Canes fans do. Ohio State has been an enemy beyond enemies since then.

This game means a lot, but it will be the toughest test Miami has faced, with the most stakes, in decades.

Cam and The Beast break down each side of the football for both teams and make their predictions.

There's no other podcast or video pod you need to tune into. This is it right here.

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