On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast take you into Cam's mother's kitchen as she crafts some amazing French toast that lures Cam out of bed. This, of course, is a way for us to talk about the new defense. Huh?

We discuss the battle brewing between Ray Ray Joseph and Malachi Toney. We give you insight on what might have been holding Ray Ray back and what makes Malachi more ready than most freshmen. Also, a veteran wideout is starting to lead, both by example and vocally.

Everyone we have talked to can't stop raving about Xavier Lucas. This defense certainly needs him to step up in the defensive backfield.

Speaking of the defense, Corey Hetherman has brought a simpler defense to The U. It allows the players to react more quickly and make plays. Is this a good thing? Cam explains.

We get to recruiting. It's all about the O Line and RBs. We give you the latest.

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On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast summarize the Miami Hurricanes' Pro Day. Cam Ward showed out and continues to look like he will be the number one pick in the draft. Meanwhile, Xavier Restrepo ran a disappointing 40-yard dash. He said he had a hamstring injury. Why did he run? We have some news on this front. Elijah Arroyo looked really good as well.

Spring Practice continues, and we take a look at the running back position. Mark Fletcher is going through his first full offseason, and we can't wait to see what he looks like in the fall. Chris Wheatley-Humphrey has put on 25 pounds, and coaches love his newly-found confidence.

This is absolutely a huge recruiting weekend. We run through the big names that will be on campus and Cam explains why this is all good!

The Beast skips talking about the UM Baseball team because, well, it is too depressing.

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Cam and The Beast pull a role reversal as Cam asks the questions and Beast gives an update on what he is hearing about Spring Practice. There are some good nuggets here.

Why is Beast worried about the QB position?

It's a huge recruiting weekend and we have some updates. Cam wants to update his thoughts on what is now a position of need for the Canes and you probably didn't think it was.

We discuss the upcoming Pro Day. Who do we want to see standout, Cam Ward aside?

Finally, we shake our heads and discuss UM Baseball not being up to "The Standard."

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On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast break down the Canes getting a big commitment from Norland DB Kenton Dopson III aka Tre. We have a nugget about his recruitment. You'll have to read between the lines.

We welcome Jai Lucas, the new Canes' hoops coach. Let's see if he can get Miami back to the Big Dance.

Cam and The Beast give out our wish list for position groups who need to step up during the rest of the Spring. Also...Does Emory stay or go?

Did you know there are a bunch of new names to know involved in Special Teams? We tease the great article at StateofTheU.com that breaks it all down. 

In segment two, we decided to have the tough conversation about the state of UM Baseball. Is it coaching or is it recruiting? Here's a hint: It's both.

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The first week of the Miami Hurricanes' Spring Practice is in the books, and Cam and The Beast break it all down.

First, we start with two HUGE recruiting wins the Canes got this week. Jaelan Waters, a DB out of Seffner Armwood, and Ben Congdon, a massive OL out of Ohio, verbally committed this week. The 2026 class is strong so far.

Then it's on to the first week of Spring Practice. We told you before Spring, and we are telling you now, we have heard nothing but strong things about freshman WR Malachi Toney, aka Baby Jesus. Toney was ahead of Ray Ray Joseph in the starting group on Friday. Will Ray Ray have what it takes to fend off Toney and return to the starting group? We shall see. The offense is looking good, even with out CB out there slinging it. The defense is a bit of a work in progress as new DC Corey Hetherman gets to know the players and his staff. But, there is a positive vibe as guys are reportedly enjoying the simpler system and the ability to play multiple positions.

The hiring of Jai Lucas as the Canes' head basketball coach is done, and he will be introduced this week. We'll have more on Lucas and his staff coming up next week.

Finally, The Beast was off-put by something the Canes Football social media team did involving Jon Gruden ( for a reminder on why Jon Gruden is no longer coaching...read here https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/08/sports/football/nfl-demaurice-smith-jon-gruden-racist-comment.html )

As always, go read Cam's great work at The State of The U 

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast dive into the Miami Hurricanes that are headed to the NFL combine. What are the expectations for these Canes, not only in Indy, but also at the next level? Will Cam Ward work out? Elijah Arroyo won't work out. Will Xavier Restrepo run fast enough to move up the draft board? All of these questions we tackle.

In segment two, we are joined by David "Dukie" Lang, the Emmy-Award Winning Executive Sports Producer from WPLG/Local 10. David, a proud Duke grad, joined us to talk a little about the Canes getting thumped by Duke and Cooper Flagg, but mainly had some great takes on Duke Assistant Coach Jai Lucas, who is expected to be named the Miami Hurricanes' next basketball coach.

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We start the show by talking about the "fodder," (a word Beast had to explain to Cam) regarding Kevin Beard. Is he going to the NFL? Does he have a contract? We tell you what we know. The wideout room, and staff, lost a great one in David "Pop" Cooney, who is off to coach the wideouts at Bowling Green. He had a huge impact on the program.

We update everyone on DB coach Will Harris. His status may be up in the air, but as of now, he's working in the building on San Amaro Drive. We tell you why he left Florida, as word is getting out about conditions behind closed doors in Gainesville.

The dead period is ending and visits are lined up, we update you on a few biggies!

Did Cam Ward take a shot at Xavier Restrepo for not playing in the Bowl Game?

Finally, we talk about why schools cancel their Spring Games. Should Miami do the same? Does it matter?

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Cam and The Beast bring insight into the complete Miami Hurricanes' coaching staff. Gator fans are in their feels about one of the new hires. D Lew is back home at The U. It's a home run hire for Mario Cristobal, who has shown he will not be denied grabbing a coach from another program whenever he needs to.

Segment two has the boys arguing about who Cam thinks was the Most Improved Player of the Year for the Canes in 2024. ( Read his article here) .

We also let you know who will most likely be sidelined for Spring Practice, and try to predict who might be this year's Spring Practice Wonder!

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On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast talk about the Miami Hurricanes' OL Coach Alex, who won ACC Recruiter of the Year. What makes Alex such a good recruiter, and such a good coach? Also, the Canes have hired a new coach to help with the secondary. Terry Jefferson returns to Miami after coaching the DBs at Jax State.

A few topics for you to chew on in the second segment. Some football analytics people say that the numbers and data show that Cam Ward has some traits similar to Patrick Mahomes and Jayden Daniels. Do you agree?  Also, Vegas has set the Canes' win total for 2025 at 8.5. What do you think? The boys have different opinions.

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On this episode, Cam and The Beast break down the hiring of the new Canes' DB coach Zac Etheridge. We think it's a really good get for The U. Is Kevin Beard eyeing a move to the NFL?

Do we think the 2025 schedule released this week is favorable for the Canes? Not really. Screwed by the ACC again!

The Canes are showing out at the Senior Bowl and the East-West Shrine Bowl.

Our friend and colleague, Brandon Odoi, broke a story! J'Vari Flowers, the Northwestern Bulls DB, has reclassified and will be looking to enroll in college this summer!

It's Junior Day at The U. How important is this annual gathering of the top Juniors to recruiting? Cam explains.

Plus, The Beast rolls down all the important dates for Miami Hurricanes fans.

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