U Heard

In this episode of U Heard, we’re on the clock ⏰ as we preview the chaos, the dreams, and the very real possibility of a historic night for the Canes as they head into the NFL Draft. The conversation centers around Miami potentially sending 3–4 players into the FIRST ROUND—a statement that the trenches in Coral Gables are officially back. We break down the edge duo of Akeem Mesidor and Rueben Bai...

🎙️ What’s Your Canes Story? — Presented by U HeardSome fans wear their school pride… others live in it. Enter Melissa, aka “Hoodie Girl.” 🟧🟩In this episode, we sit down with one of the most recognizable and beloved superfans in the Canes community. Melissa didn’t just attend the University of Miami—she built a legacy there, earning multiple degrees, including her MSN (Master of Science in Nursin...

Spring in Coral Gables? Nah—this was a full-on sauna session with shoulder pads. 🔥 The Miami Hurricanes Spring Game brought the heat in every sense, and U Heard was in the building to witness it all. In this episode, we’re breaking down who turned up the temperature on the field and who might’ve just earned themselves a bigger role heading into the fall. From explosive plays to trench warfare, a...

🎙️ What’s Your Canes Story? — Presented by U HeardSome people find The U… others are born straight into the storm 🌪️In this episode, we chop it up with Jon, aka “Cafecito & Canes”, a true second-generation Cane whose fandom was practically written into his DNA. With his father being a proud University of Miami alum, Jon didn’t just grow up watching Hurricanes football—he was raised in it, mold...

The trenches just got NASTY in Coral Gables… and we’re breaking it all down 🔥In this episode of U Heard, we dive headfirst into TWO massive additions to the Miami Hurricanes pipeline. First up, 2027 4⭐ OL Sean Tatum is officially in the boat — a cornerstone piece for the future of the Canes’ offensive line. Then, the big fellas get immediate reinforcements as 2026 JUCO transfer Jacob Hawks arriv...

Spring is in the air in Coral Gables, and you already know what that means… It’s time to separate talk from production. On this episode of U Heard, we’re breaking down everything we’ve seen and heard from Miami Hurricanes spring ball—who’s stepping up, who’s got something to prove, and who’s making noise early. From position battles heating up to players embracing that “Positive Anger” mindset, we...

🎙️ U Heard Presents: What’s Your Canes Story? – Featuring DMoney (CanesInsight)This week, we sit down with DMoney from CanesInsight.com — one of the most trusted voices in the Canes community. From message boards to real insight, DMoney has built a reputation for keeping it honest, informed, and always rooted in The U.We get into the ever-evolving world of NIL — what it actually means for Miami, w...

Benny’s back in the building and just in time—because Coral Gables was jumping. 🌴🔥In this episode of U Heard, we’re diving headfirst into the annual Miami Hurricanes Spring Pool Party—aka the most important unofficial visit weekend of the offseason. And if you listened to Mario Cristobal, this one was the BIGGEST ONE EVER. Spoiler alert: it might’ve actually lived up to the hype. We break down t...

The recruiting trail is heating up in Coral Gables, and you already know we had to tap in with one of the best in the game. This week on U Heard, we’re joined by EJ Holland of On3 / Canesport to break down a MASSIVE recruiting weekend for the Miami Hurricanes. We’re talking elite visitors, coast-to-coast talent pulling up to The U, and what it all means for Miami’s push toward another top-tier cla...

🎙️ U Heard Presents: What’s Your Canes Story? – Featuring Alex DonnoThis week, we tap in with the voice you already know and trust—Locked On Canes host Alex Donno—for a deep dive into the roots of a true Miami lifer. From walking the campus in Coral Gables as a student to building a 20+ year career in sports media, Donno takes us behind the mic and back to where it all began. When did the orange a...

The spring smoke is already rising in Coral Gables, and U Heard is here to break it all down. In this episode, we’re joined by rising 2027 wide receiver Zion Vilma — a name you’ll want to remember — as we recap Week 1 of Miami Hurricanes spring practice as only we can. From early standouts and position battles to the energy, tempo, and tone being set by the staff, we’re giving you the real pulse o...

Spring has officially hit Coral Gables — and the Miami Hurricanes are back on the field. In this episode of U Heard, we break down everything from Day 1 of spring practice: who’s setting the tone, which position groups already look different, and what early takeaways actually matter (and what’s just March noise 👀).From the first snaps of the new-look offense to the defensive energy flying around,...

Spring ball is right around the corner, and it’s time to get real about the Miami Hurricanes. In this episode, we break down the biggest storylines heading into spring—who has the most to prove, which position groups we trust the least, and the players who could completely shake up the depth chart. With year four under Mario Cristobal, the expectations aren’t coming… they’re already here. We’re ca...

🎙️ What's Your Canes Story? — Presented by U Heard Some people choose the Miami Hurricanes… others are practically drafted into the family business. In this episode of “What’s Your Canes Story?”, we sit down with Vishnu Parasuraman (aka Vish) to talk about a journey that started in Texas and ended in the heart of Hurricane Country. When Vish’s father—an accomplished professor—was poached by th...

Spring football in Coral Gables means one thing: opportunity. 🌴🏈 On this episode of U Heard, we’re breaking down which Miami Hurricanes need to turn talk into production when the pads come on this spring. From the offensive side of the ball, we’re looking at the players who could take the next step from “promising” to problem for the ACC. Who needs to seize a bigger role? Who could emerge as the...

Recruiting season never sleeps in Coral Gables… and neither do we. 🌴In this episode of U Heard, we’re joined by recruiting insider EJ Holland from On3 / Rivals to talk all things Miami Hurricanes football recruiting. We dive into the names Hurricanes fans need to know as Mario Cristobal and the staff continue to hunt elite talent. Who are the biggest targets Miami is pushing hardest for right now...

In this episode of “What’s Your Canes Story?” presented by U Heard, we sit down with Miami sports legend Will Manso, Sports Director at WPLG 10, to unpack his journey through Canes culture and Miami media. Will takes us from the snowy streets of Missoula, Montana, to the moment he returned home to Miami — and shares the unforgettable story of his first day at WPLG 10. We dive into the evolution of...

The recruiting trail just got a whole lot louder in Coral Gables. 🌴On this episode of U Heard, we break down the massive commitment of 5⭐️ wide receiver Nicholas Lennear and what it means not just for Miami’s receiver room—but for the entire recruiting landscape. When a blue-chip playmaker chooses The U, the message travels far beyond South Florida. Is this the kind of commitment that sends sign...

In this episode of U Heard Presents: What’s Your Canes Story, Benny sits down with fellow Canes content creator @grantreactscanes, whose Miami Hurricanes fandom was born deep in Razorback country. Grant shares how a kid growing up in Arkansas — surrounded by nothing but hog calls and SEC red — somehow ended up rocking orange and green like it was destiny. We dive into the moment he knew he had to...

Discipline. Toughness. And maybe a few front-back-go’s if you show up late. In this episode of U Heard, we break down the newest addition to the Miami Hurricanes coaching staff: TE Coach Mike Viti, fresh from Army Black Knights football. Viti isn’t just another hire—he’s a former Army fullback, a veteran who served active duty, and a coach who returned to his alma mater to help lead the program as...

On this episode of U Heard, Benny and Joe break down Miami’s newest addition to the staff: RB Coach Favian Upshaw. We dive into what his philosophy brings to the offense, how he’ll shape the run game, and our early projection of the 2026 RB rotation—who’s eating, who’s emerging, and who fits Upshaw’s style best. Then we pivot to NFL Combine week, where former Canes look to boost their draft stock....

This one’s for the real ones. The lifers. The day ones. On this episode of U Heard, we chop it up with Miami Hurricanes superfan Ricky — better known as @UINMIAMI — and dive into what it truly means to grow up a Canes fan. From childhood Saturdays watching the glory years to riding every high and low of the program, Ricky shares how the Orange & Green became part of his identity. But this conv...

Benny is back, and the crew picks up right where they left off. In this episode, Benny and Joey break down the brand-new Top 5 RBs list they just released—why each back landed where they did and what it means heading into the 2026 season. They also dive into the viral moment from the FWAA Awards Ceremony: the NIL roast exchange between Mario Cristobal and Kirby Smart that had the entire college fo...

In this episode of U Heard, we break down the biggest Miami Hurricanes storylines as Mario Cristobal enters his 5th year leading the program. We dig into the pressure, expectations, and roster questions heading into spring, plus the position battles that could reshape the 2026 season. We also dive into the early buzz surrounding the 2027 recruiting class, who Miami is prioritizing, and what a stro...

From serving tables to serving scoops… this one is different. On this episode of U Heard, we sit down with Gaby Urrutia of 247Sports / InsideTheU, and cohost of Through The Smoke — but this isn’t your typical X’s and O’s breakdown. Before the recruiting intel, before the practice notes, before covering the Canes 24/7 for over eight years… Gaby was waiting tables at Latin House Grill with a dream a...