Miami Hurricanes Rise To No. 2 In AP Top 25 After Key Victory

The Miami Hurricanes have surged to the No. 2 spot in the AP Top 25 poll following a dominant 26-7 victory over the Florida Gators, marking their highest ranking since 2017 and maintaining a perfect 4-0 record this season. Their defense has been a key strength, limiting Florida to just 141 yards and an ineffective third-down performance, while their balanced offense effectively controlled the game, highlighted by strong rushing performances from Mark Fletcher Jr. and CharMar Brown. National media attention has increased, with ESPN analyst Greg McElroy naming Miami the No. 1 team entering Week 4, praising their balanced play, coaching, and defensive prowess. Miami's sustained success has led to a nine-game home winning streak since 2024's start and victories over ranked opponents, fueling speculation about their College Football Playoff prospects. The recent game was the final regular-season meeting with Florida under the current scheduling, making future matchups contingent on postseason play. While Miami continues to focus on their undefeated season, they have also seen a top 2026 basketball recruit, Taylen Kinney, remove them from his final college options, shifting their recruiting priorities.