Storm Tracker Podcast

Marcus Benjamin, the publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by John Garcia Jr., National Recruiting Analyst for Rivals.com, to discuss Miami Hurricanes football and recruiting.

First, Garcia provides his take on the high school football game Zephyrhills and Jones, featuring recruiting targets DJ Pickett and Miami commit Dereon Coleman in action (:56).

Garcia shares his thoughts on Miami's chances to land Pickett (6:29), Ben Hanks Jr. (8:52), Kellen Wiley (12:04), and Tarvos "TJ" Alford (14:01).

Garcia also shares his thoughts on any other recruiting targets that fans should keep an eye on this week (17:11). He provides his take on the prize of Miami's 2025 class at this point (19:50) and the most underrated commit (25:06).

Lastly discussed is the missing piece of the class (29:12).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, and Kelly Quinlan, publisher of JacketsOnline.com, discussed the upcoming matchup between Miami and Georgia Tech.

First, Quinlan shares his thoughts on the feel of Georgia Tech's program going into the game (2:24).

Next discussed is the quarterback situation for the Yellow Jackets, as starter Haynes King has missed time due to a shoulder injury (6:32) and if Georgia Tech can pull off the upset with the backups (9:28).

Quinlan explains what the last two opponents (Notre Dame and Virginia Tech) did well against Georgia Tech to beat the Yellow Jackets (11:29) and also touches on what Tech did well to get its five victories (14:47).

Next, Quinlan names players that fans should be aware of going into the game (19:47).

Lastly, Benjamin and Quinlan provide takes on the potential outcome (22:31).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, and Conor O'Neil, publisher of DevilsIllustrated.com, discussed the upcoming matchup between Miami and Duke.

First, former Miami head coach Manny Diaz's return to South Florida and whether the team has added motivation to pull off the upset over 5th-ranked Miami are discussed (2:42).

O'Neil explains what impressed him with Duke already bowl-eligible and what's discouraging (7:17).

Duke plays with tempo, and O'Neil discusses whether that helps or hurts the Blue Devils (16:24).

O'Neil names players that Miami fans should be aware of going into the game on Saturday (19:09)

Lastly, predictions are made for the matchup of Miami vs. Duke (25:06).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, and Jerry Kutz, publisher of TheOsceola.com, discussed the upcoming matchup between Miami and Florida State.

First, Kutz provides his take on the program's mood heading into Saturday's rivalry game (1:30) and pinpoints what factors have led Florida State to a one-win season so far (2:28).

Next, Kutz shares his thoughts on FSU's lone win against Cal and his most recent loss to Duke (6:20).

Also discussed is the Florida State quarterback situation with DJ Uiagalelei out with a hand injury and Brock Glenn benched for Luke Kromenhoek last week (10:52).

Next, Kutz and Benjamin discuss a critical factor that should determine the outcome of UM-FSU (13:22).

Kutz discusses what Florida State needs to do to pull off the upset (16:14) and shares what has been the issue in FSU's losses this season (20:46).

Next, Kutz shares what players Florida State needs to have big games for the Seminoles to be successful (24:18).

Lastly, score predictions are made for the rivalry game between Miami and Florida State (27:32).

Marcus Benjamin, the publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by John Garcia Jr., National Recruiting Analyst for Rivals.com, to discuss Miami Hurricanes football and recruiting.

First, Garcia provides his take on Miami's season to this point and shares concerns (2:19).

He also shares his thoughts on a potential matchup with Clemson in the ACC Championship game (10:11).

Also discussed is the massive list of recruits expected to visit for the Miami-FSU game and which players Miami needs to make progress with over the weekend (14:14).

Next discussed are the position needs for the 2025 class (20:10)

Lastly discussed are players that could likely commit to Miami by the weekend's end (24:11).

Marcus Benjamin, the publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by Larry Blustein, legendary South Florida reporter, to discuss Miami Hurricanes football.

First, Blustein provides his take on Miami's 39-38 win over Cal (2:28).

Next, we discuss if Miami is getting lucky with some favorable calls from the refs or if Miami is a legitimate 6-0 (8:48).

Also discussed is whether quarterback Cam Ward's play is good enough to take this team past the quarterfinals of the college football playoff (12:51).

Lastly, we look ahead to Miami's next game against Louisville and if Miami can perform at a high level after the bye week (23:19).

Marcus Benjamin, the publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by Matt Moreno, a recruiting analyst for GoldenBearReport.com, to preview Miami vs. Cal.

First, the feel around campus with Miami and ESPN's College Gameday coming to town for the first time in its history is discussed. Also discussed is the potential crowd that will be in attendance at Cal Memorial Stadium (1:45).

Next, Moreno explains what went right for the Bears in a 21-14 win against Auburn and what went wrong in a 14-6 loss to Florida State (7:26).

Moreno gives us a sense of what Cal does on the offensive side of the ball (11:12), how local QB product Fernando Mendoza won the job, and how he's helped Cal to a 3-1 start to the 2024 season (16:05).

Next, Moreno provides his take on the Cal defenses and names players that the Hurricanes should be concerned with (24:18).

Lastly, score predictions are made for Miami vs. Cal (30:33).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by Alex Donno, of the Locked on Canes Podcast to discuss Miami Hurricanes football.

First, we discuss our emotions and thoughts of Miami's 38-34 win over Virginia Tech (1:16).

Next, we discuss Cam Ward's performance and whether that type of play is sustainable for the rest of the season (4:20).

Also discussed is the defensive performance against Virginia Tech and the glaring concerns (10:08).

Next, Donno and Benjamin share thoughts on Miami's next game against Cal (15:33) and if Miami can still win the rest of its games on the schedule (23:07).

Lastly, Miami's chances to make the playoffs if the Hurricanes do not win the ACC are discussed (26:14).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by Brandon Odoi, founder of FootballHotbed.com, to discuss impressions and concerns about the Miami Hurricanes football team.

First, Odoi provides his take on what impresses him the most with Miami's 4-0 start (1:49) and concerns (5:41).

Next, we discuss how Miami has an opportunity to continue establishing its dominance in recruiting with its rivals Florida and Florida State off to bad starts (20:42).

Lastly, we discuss if a lack of running game is sustainable for the rest of the season and if Miami needs to establish the run in its upcoming game against Virginia Tech (27:37).

Marcus Benjamin, publisher of CanesCounty.com, is joined by Kelly Quinlan, publisher of Bullsinsider.com, to preview Miami vs. USF.

First, Quinlan shares his thoughts on the feel of the USF program going into Saturday night's game against Miami (1:32).

Next, Quinlan explains why USF's game with Alabama was close until the fourth quarter and what went right/wrong in the Bulls' last game against Southern Miss (5:01), a 49-24 victory.

Quinlan also discusses what makes USF quarterback Byrum Brown dangerous and his biggest struggles (9:04).

Next, we discuss USF's high-tempo offense and the advantages and disadvantages of running several offensive plays throughout a game (11:16), and how to counter that approach (15:03).

Quinlan also touches on the playmakers on both sides of the ball that Miami fans should know about going into Saturday (18:31).

Lastly, we provide our score predictions, with Miami being a 16.5-point favorite (23:25).