College football fans the moment you have all been waiting for has finally arrived: Today, Wednesday, February 6 is National Signing Day 2013!
The recruiting process is over, scholarship offers have been made and now it is time for things to get serious and for the young and talented high school athletes to sign on the dotted line.
Beginning this morning high school football players from all across the Country will begin faxing in their official Letters Of Intent (LOI) to the university that they have chosen to attend.
At the University of Miami like at any other of the 120 or so major college football programs across the United States the scene will repeat itself over and over again as the LOIs are received via fax (do faxes even still exist?).
The action will be fast and furious early in the morning and throughout the day at the beautiful Hecht Athletic Center in lovely Coral Gables, Florida.
Once the LOI is received and verified by the UM coaches and compliance department then that recruit will be formally announced by UM first and then by media outlets and blogs like Canespace.
So stay tuned to Canespace throughout the day for the latest breaking news about surprise recruits and some near misses in the 2013 recruiting game.
3 for 3...Although I hoped I was wrong on that one. Hopefully Bryant comes to his senses lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:08 AM
PHUUUUUCK! That one stings, position of need. Damn, he slipped away from us.
Posted by: DeployedDiehardCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:10 AM
Wow!!! What a blow that is. So Far no Defensive Tackles!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:10 AM
Somewhere Herbie is flipping cars and drinking tequila.
LOL
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:12 AM
My eyebrows raised a little.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:12 AM
Missing on all of the big targets. Smh. Epic day is on pace for epic fail so far. Hope it gets better later...
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:14 AM
We need to hit on Keef.
Posted by: The Wizard | February 06, 2013 at 08:15 AM
Someone said it yesterday..today wont be as good as some predicted and it wont be as bad as we think
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:16 AM
I said that. Hoping I was wrong in a good way. Lol
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:17 AM
86Cane is present.
Posted by: 86Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:17 AM
hassan praying for you and your son man.
Posted by: laquinton | February 06, 2013 at 08:17 AM
If my predictions hold true, we will not get a single DT in this class. Golden may have to really hit the JUCO ranks for top DT's next year. I am not sure of the local DT talent for 2014.
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:18 AM
Somewhere Herbie is flipping cars and drinking tequila.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:12 AM
He just ran down my street running naked, botttle in hand and screaming something I couldn't understand?
Posted by: 86Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:19 AM
So it's either Keef or Dee Liner?
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:19 AM
We're the leader for the #1 2014 DT Khiari Clark out of Hollywood. But we were the leader for Bryant, Bostwick & Collins too. Lol! People just don't have love for the "U" anymore. (shruggs)
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:22 AM
NCAA cloud sucks, huh?
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:26 AM
1-4. Is it a trend yet.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 08:26 AM
I'm really hoping thus doesn't turn out this way, but so far the trend is turrible and we're on our way to EPIC bad. All that stuff from Ariz was posturing by the coaches
At least it's a small class, but we can't miss on any next year
Posted by: Canesfan_1 | February 06, 2013 at 08:26 AM
Next up Robinson & Powell at 9:00..followed by Thomas & Kirkland at 9:15 & 9:20
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:28 AM
Keep the faith!
Go CANES!!!
Posted by: Jack | February 06, 2013 at 08:28 AM
This class is going to be average unless we get M6
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:28 AM
In an hour, we will know just how good or bad this class is lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:29 AM
anyone have the link to the live feed?
Posted by: raizecane | February 06, 2013 at 08:29 AM
Ohio...what's the word on 6 at this late point in the game. There must be something.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
"Papa Cane @ByPapaCane
Recruiting Update: DL Jay-Nard Bostwick has picked Florida as his destination. UM's staff felt weak about him during last days. Expected."
Nope. Wrong on that one.
"Papa Cane @ByPapaCane
Remember what I said last night. I am expecting good news today after speaking with my folks yesterday. Also expecting a BIG surprise."
Liner or Alexander?
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
Don't get these kids......They can come in and probably play right away and yet they go somewhere else. It's gotta be the NCAA investigation in back of these kids minds
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
I have a feeling at about 9:25 shyt is gonna hit the fan across Cane land lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
First question out of recruits mouth, " So, what's going on with the NCAA and sanctions."
Golden, "Well, if you check the news lately, the corruption within the walls of the NCAA is now public. This is definitely a good sign for us."
Recruit, "Ok, great! What will the NCAA do now?"
Golden, "We have no idea. Our lawyers are handling it."
Recruit, " Well, that's still a little too shaky for me to commit. Jimbo and Muschamp have both said you'll be getting the death penalty and I simply cannot risk it. Sorry."
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:31 AM
http://espn.go.com/watchespn/player/_/id/758262/size/condensed/
Posted by: kenyon19ypr | February 06, 2013 at 08:31 AM
I have a feeling at about 9:25 shyt is gonna hit the fan across Cane land lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
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Good or bad, yes it will
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:32 AM
It sucks seeing a perrenial doormat like Mississippi rake in top recruits while we're whiffing on everything we need. SO FAR.
Either the silents are the rest of the big targets or they're a bunch of leftovers...
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:32 AM
All right, folks. Here's the deal:
Our main guys are SIGNED (Olsen, Dobard, AQM, Burns, Carter, Sandland). We also got the #1 fullback in the country, R. Lewis, and A. Gall.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:33 AM
UMike...no bones about it. Come 9:30, as 86 said yesterday, this place could be in total meltdown mode. If we do not get Thomas the day will suck.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 08:35 AM
I just want a DT the can clog the hole and a DE that can get off blocks. That's it. Not much to ask, is it? Is it?!
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:35 AM
I have a feeling at about 9:25 shyt is gonna hit the fan across Cane land lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:30 AM
Just as if right on cue. Keep hoping for the worst and it will soon find U.
Posted by: 86Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:37 AM
These kids must not want to help their local economy. Lol
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:37 AM
If we whiff on both Thomas and Kirkland, this place will explode.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:38 AM
I just want a DT the can clog the hole and a DE that can get off blocks. That's it.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:35 AM
That's what she...oh that's too easy.
Posted by: 86Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:38 AM
Canes nation could become the equivalent of the Ukraine and Chernobyl if we do not get Thomas and Kirkland.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 08:38 AM
Lol
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:39 AM
86..I am not HOPING for the worst lol..just stating the obvious
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:40 AM
In all honesty, with 20 returning starters, I'm ok with what we have. We have needs but not as much as the year after. 2014's is a must.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:41 AM
interesting . . .
Brandon Harris @HarrisNOFLYZONE
Today is National Signing Day, Will we continue the streak of another Tornado becoming a hurricane today? pic.twitter.com/WsWdQoNu
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Posted by: Swamper | February 06, 2013 at 07:25 AM
Posted by: usagainsttheworld | February 06, 2013 at 08:42 AM
Moore was a true freshman at DT this year. And hopefully Porter stays healthy. And Chick learns to get off blocks.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:42 AM
In all honesty, with 20 returning starters, I'm ok with what we have. We have needs but not as much as the year after. 2014's is a must.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:41 AM
I agree, although I would like to see more local kids stay home. And not the kids we never went after, but local kids we recruited hard. I think our schedule next year and returning experience sets us up for a lot of wins which will help with local kids..imo
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:42 AM
Who's the Tornado?
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:43 AM
Canes nation could become the equivalent of the Ukraine and Chernobyl if we do not get Thomas and Kirkland.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 08:38 AM
a little over the top don't you think? see 360cane's post-- maybe you'll feel better.
Posted by: usagainsttheworld | February 06, 2013 at 08:44 AM
Pretty sure Schweaty was being sarcastic lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:45 AM
Just saw this on another board..
"Ice Harris just gave Ferman an interview and talked about how he had to make players feel comfortable with the schools themselves because coaches may change to different schools.
/I was thinking to myself, god he must have been selling FSU when Coley left."
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:46 AM
Not sure if u guys seen this.....looks like the Schwartz center is coming along nicely....should be done before Miami's first game in 2013.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhig2uRaQgE
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:46 AM
Oh and my boy McCord or whatever. That true fresh DE we have. He looks solid just needs some weight.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:46 AM
Dam... FSU has 3 OLB's already. If we can't get Thomas who can we get?
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:47 AM
How in the world dis John Franklin (Collins teammate and FSU commit) go from 2-star and unranked to 3-star and ranked the #25th best QB?? ;p;
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:50 AM
And Chick learns to get off blocks.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:42 AM
Chick is average at best. I think he was a bust so far......hope he proves me wrong!!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:50 AM
Top defensive recruits often times go through sophomore slumps. See Sean Spence.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:52 AM
Oh come on thirsty. You know it's No'D and his schemes. Has nothing to do with true freshmen and busts. ;-)
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:54 AM
DT Ufomba Kamalu's LOI is in!! #WelcomeToTheU!
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:54 AM
Gall won the Cincy linemen of the year twice? Sheesh.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:54 AM
Kamalu LOI is in. Just missing Bond if I'm not mistaken.
Posted by: DeployedDiehardCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:54 AM
Could be worst the top 10 recruits in Georgia are going out of state-they wanna hang Richt
Posted by: TJL | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
I guess everyone was just focusing on Chick all the time because they didn't have to worry about anybody else.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
So Powell, Robinson, Kirkland & Thomas are the next up. Oh shyt...
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
LB, Gall is a VERY good cornfed boy from up near me.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
Our first DT?
It's official! DT Ufomba Kamalu (Fayetteville, Ga.) has faxed in his NLI. #WelcomeToTheU! STOPUM to end. Msg & data rates may apply.
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
How's it hanging CanesFam? I'm just counting down till 9am like the rest of us.
Re: Canes coming back on the defensive side of the ball, don't forget about Jalen Grimble, a highly recruited prospect with good genes who will hopefully blossom next year.
Thanks for the updates everyone! Will be tuned in all day!
GO CANES!!!
Posted by: RBLCane | February 06, 2013 at 08:56 AM
Oh come on thirsty. You know it's No'D and his schemes. Has nothing to do with true freshmen and busts. ;-)
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:54 AM
True Dat!!!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:56 AM
Chick cant be a bust when he's being double teamed most of the time becuase we have no DTS.....
Ohio will you be able to provide a live video feed of the matthew thomas selection?
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 06, 2013 at 08:56 AM
Robinson's going to L$U. Already signed, as a previous poster said.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 08:56 AM
I'm admittedly nervous about Thomas' announcement. Not as much about Kirkland...
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:56 AM
UpNorth, not online. It's on ESPNU though.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:57 AM
Ohio, was Bostwick one of your 5 silence? Please say no to make me feel better!!...LOL
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:58 AM
Seriously, everyone writing off all the people that are already committed and signed and faxed need to take a step back and look at that list...
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:59 AM
Ohio..are all 5 of the silents you mentioned still in play..or have we lost any you thought were silents?
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 08:59 AM
Thirsty, no he wasn't.
Gus was one tho, so that makes me feel a little better.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 08:59 AM
That's what worries me. A big recruiting factor going against us could be No'D & the scheme he runs. As much as I love the "U". I wouldn't want my son playing for him...
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 09:00 AM
The SUPPOSED silents are all in play, including Gus who already signed.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 09:00 AM
Got a gut feeling that M6 is going to FSWho and we'll end up with Kirkland (seemed pretty bumed when his scolly got pulled).
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 09:01 AM
ALL current commits are officially signed and faxed in!
Now the waiting game...
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 09:01 AM
I guess everyone was just focusing on Chick all the time because they didn't have to worry about anybody else.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 08:55 AM
LOL
Posted by: 360Cane | February 06, 2013 at 09:02 AM
Ok, folks... ALL committed #Canes are now signed and faxed in. Now, the waiting game for announcements throughout the day.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 09:02 AM
Thirsty..one would think that he wouldnt go through all that to get his offer back just to turn it down, but with the way Ice Harris has been scheming against Miami, he just might do it. I predict they both go to FSU
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:03 AM
Anyoe has access to Ice Harris interview?
Posted by: Da U N Houston | February 06, 2013 at 09:03 AM
Stan-dish Dobard.
Posted by: LB | February 06, 2013 at 09:03 AM
Man I hope the remaining silents are Thomas, Kirkland, Bryant & Coley...
Posted by: CoCane | February 06, 2013 at 09:04 AM
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/um-hurricanes/miami-hurricanes-blog/sfl-live-matthew-thomas-miami-floridastate-video-20130205,0,6197063.story
Bad sound, but here's another BTW feed
Posted by: kenyon19ypr | February 06, 2013 at 09:05 AM
I think this is the live feed for Kirkland and Thomas.. http://espn.go.com/watchespn/player/_/id/758262/
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:05 AM
The U bout to wreck shop
Posted by: myndraize | February 06, 2013 at 09:06 AM
FWIW..ESPN schedule has Kirkland choosing between FSU & Arkanasa
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:07 AM
Then again...they dont have FSU as an option for Thomas neither lol
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:07 AM
UMike- They didn't have FSU for Thomas earlier. Means nothing.
Posted by: kenyon19ypr | February 06, 2013 at 09:08 AM
Did Robinson & Powell announce?
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:09 AM
Live feed es no bueno....
Posted by: Da U N Houston | February 06, 2013 at 09:09 AM
Hopefully Bostwick is another Jeff Luc. As a Martin County resident (St. Lucie county just north of me)the teams aren't very good around here, so Bostwick's competition really stunk!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | February 06, 2013 at 09:10 AM
Da U..I got that off another board..didnt try it..my bad
Posted by: UMike | February 06, 2013 at 09:10 AM
I call MT6 for Miami.
Posted by: CaneRock | February 06, 2013 at 09:11 AM
Hurricanesports doing a live feed....just showed the coached in the "war room" waiting for Thomas.
Posted by: pbcfrcane13 | February 06, 2013 at 09:11 AM
You good....hopefully your predictions are wrong too lol lol
Thanks brah
Posted by: Da U N Houston | February 06, 2013 at 09:11 AM
Correction: Devante Bond's NLI isn't in yet. He couldn't sign until now because he's on the West Coast
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 06, 2013 at 09:11 AM
A combo of Liner and Bryant would be dam good
Posted by: myndraize | February 06, 2013 at 09:11 AM
Why does 3 Mile Island keep popping in my head.
Posted by: Schweaty Balls | February 06, 2013 at 09:14 AM