"The U" Is The Center For Academic Excellence

U have to go there, like we did, to see the incredible change in UM sports.

U have be here, like we were last weekend, to feel the power of the force.

U have to envision, like we did, the product that will result from this place.

U have to be willing to embrace change, and growth, and success.

In the end, U just have to get up off the couch and get right into the game.

And U have to do it, not just soon, but just do it, and do it NOW!

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[Terrance Sullivan]

Boom

[SOUP]

Bang!

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Bing.

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Damn, thought I typed bong.

[AfriCane]

Funny how King James leaves and now he sucks, but if he was still in Miami, heat fans would be praising him! Lol

Posted by: WWIN | March 05, 2015 at 07:40 PM
U bet your ass!
Because it's all about this heat! U r either with the heat or u r the net been set aflame when the flaming ball goes in.

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Cowherd said "I miss the Miami Hurricanes in college football." You and me both buddy.

[trianglecane]

Scrimmage notes.

http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/college/acc/university-of-miami/article12711206.html

[30CINCO]

Ocho!

#Dale
#cafecito

[30CINCO]

Coley, Muhammad earn praise after 'Canes spring scrimmage

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-hurricanes/hurricanes-blog/sfl-stacy-coley-alquadin-muhammad-shine-in-spring-scrimmage-20150305-story.html

[30CINCO]

UM women open ACC tourney with win over Virginia

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-hurricanes/sfl-um-women-acc-tourney-virginia-20150305-story.html

[86Cane]

#Dale

#Vamos

[30CINCO]

### UM is encouraged by the spring work of Stacy Coley, who had two touchdown catches in Thursday’s scrimmage and is responding well to new assistant Kevin Beard’s coaching, which emphasizes creating leverage. Coley, who dipped from 591 yards receiving and eight touchdowns as a freshman to 184 and none last season, said:

“Ever since we played the [bowl] game, I told myself I won’t [allow it] again,” he said. “I blame everything on me. I wasn’t as focused as I am now. [Beard] is elevating our game. I want 14 [touchdowns next season]…. I feel like I’m having fun again.”

Coley has been working tirelessly since the bowl game: “We came back to Ft.Lauderdale and I got back at it. Every Saturday, my high school coach comes down here to work with me.”

He said Beard has taught them that “once you attack the DB’s leverage, there's nothing the DB can do. If they can't jam much, it's over.”

Brad Kaaya said Coley was "killing the DBs" Thursday.

### UM running back Gus Edwards has been terrific this spring, but Trayone Gray --– who could be a real weapon if he gets his act together --– is “not consistent right now which is making him consistently inconsistent,” Al Golden said.

Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2015/03/marlins-president-cautious-after-2012-flop-but-bettors-buck-with-high-hopes-dolphins-canes-notes-whi.html#storylink=cpy

[raizecane]

Brad Kaaya said Coley was "killing the DBs" Thursday.

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So did every other WR we faced last season....

[Jsy]

If coley lines up in the slot I would love to see the match up against Aqm our des are always one of the top slot dbs

[Go Canes]

@mattyports: No. 11 Miami baseball opener at No. 17 Louisville postponed; will be doubleheader Sat (noon start). Currently 16 degrees in the Derby City.

[thirstybuzzardcane]

Not to change the subject, but I think Dolphins need to sign Suh!!!! I would also let Wallace & Hartline go and try to pick up Andre Johnson, depending on how much $$$ he is going to want.......Then I would draft a stud receiver in the 1st round, even if it means you have to trade up a little to get one.

[CaneRock]

Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | March 06, 2015 at 10:08 AM

Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2015/03/marlins-president-cautious-after-2012-flop-but-bettors-buck-with-high-hopes-dolphins-canes-notes-whi.html#storylink=cpy

[Ohio_Cane]

So did every other WR we faced last season....

Posted by: raizecane | March 06, 2015 at 09:47 AM
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Jokes like this are only funny if they've got some truth to them. This one really doesn't.

Now, had U said "Just like every slot receiver on 3rd and long", that would've had some comedic value lol

[Ohio_Cane]

Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter 3m3 minutes ago

Colts announced the team will not re-sign wide receiver Reggie Wayne.

Ugh...

[CaneRock]

CCR #9:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MijTlxJMJjk&feature=player_embedded

[thirstybuzzardcane]

Posted by: CaneRock | March 06, 2015 at 10:19 AM

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We'll damn, I guess I should start reading before I post. I like the Parker pick in the first round. Hope he's around then.

[thirstybuzzardcane]

Colts announced the team will not re-sign wide receiver Reggie Wayne.

Ugh...

Posted by: Ohio_Cane | March 06, 2015 at 10:35 AM

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Hope the Phins can get him or Andre Johnson. They would be good mentors to the young receivers, especially if they can get Parker in the first round. Would rather have Andre though, he would be a bigger target for Tannehill, which he needs!

[CaneRock]

Bet ya'll didn't know Ricky Rozay was a balla, He's #61 in this pic:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10205194969046751&set=a.1101534091508.2017121.1021354734&type=1

[thirstybuzzardcane]

We'll damn, I guess I should start reading before I post. I like the Parker pick in the first round. Hope he's around then.

Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | March 06, 2015 at 10:36 AM

^^^^Well^^^

[UpNorthCane27]

Didn't know Rick Ross was in the longest yard movie playing for the Correctional officer's team...!!! Fraudddddd softest football player ever out of dade county i guarantee that.

[Go Canes]

@CharlesRobinson: NCAA hits #Syracuse: 3 basketball scholarships lost for next 4 years. Boeheim suspended 9 games. 5 years probation for basketball & football

[WWIN]

Posted by: UpNorthCane | March 06, 2015 at 12:04 PM

LMAO! Exactly!

[30CINCO]

DMoney:

Spring practice observations at the midpoint
Below are my position-by-position thoughts from the first half of spring practice. Big picture, any success this season hinges on two things: keeping Brad Kaaya healthy and putting this talented DL in a position to disrupt and make plays.

QB- Brad Kaaya has picked up where he left off and then some. Simply put, I've never seen a Miami QB with his type of accuracy and ball placement. He also has Dorsey-type anticipation, but with more arm strength. I expect the team to win more games than last year, and Kaaya is the reason. Malik Rosier has improved but is still too erratic with his accuracy. Vinny Testaverde, Jr. has some pure passing ability, especially for a walk-on. If he really drills down on the mental side he may have a future as a quality back-up.

RB- Gus Edwards is running with a lot of confidence. Defenders are bouncing off of him and he is showing some unique footwork and explosion for a 235-pound back. If the season started tomorrow, he'd be the guy and we'd be in good shape. Joe Yearby is right behind him, and is very strong in the passing game. He will always make the first guy miss in space. Trayone Gray missed a couple practices due to academics and (while improved) still has issues with ball security. He shows major flashes as a running back, though, and is also good in the receiving game. He needs a strong finish and good summer, because he has the pure speed we need in the backfield.

WR- Rashawn Scott and Stacy Coley are separating themselves as the top guys. Braxton Berrios and Malcolm Lewis bring consistency in the slot. Herb Waters is a guy who I'd like to see come back strong after spring break. One way to get him going is giving him the end-arounds and screens that Coley has gotten the past two years. Darrell Langham needs to do a better job separating and Tyre Brady needs to improve his hands. If Lawrence Cager comes to camp ready to play he has a chance to break in as the #6 guy.

TE- This group has young talent. Standish Dobard had a strong scrimmage and is very powerful as a blocker and after the catch. He's missed a few practices, which has allowed Chris Herndon to shine as one of Kaaya's favorite targets. He is steady at H-back. David Njoku still needs a year to get stronger and more physical but he has the most upside as a pass-catcher in the group. He makes contested catches and runs like a deer. Jerome Washington is definitely a physical specimen. Huge, long-armed and very explosive for his size. He's not a natural pass-catcher but has improved with each practice. Maybe he's Richard Gordon, but I'd like to see him get a few snaps on defense for evaluation purposes.

OL- This group will need contributions from true freshmen. Nick Linder, Kc McDermott, Trevor Darling and Danny Isidora are locks to start, but beyond that is anyone's guess. Kehoe likes to rotate guys, but I don't think he will have the opportunity this year. We really could've used Denver Kirkland, Reginald Bain and A'lique Terry.

DL- Most talented group we've had in a while. Al-Quadin Muhammad and Chad Thomas look like you'd expect them to look- explosive, powerful and unstoppable 1-on-1. Mike Wyche has been the story of the spring. He really could've used spring last year, and now he looks like a different player than we saw during the season. He's slimmed down and become more explosive and occasionally dominant. Calvin Heurtelou will need to come back from injury strong if he wants to keep his starting job. Anthony Moten is also making strides and is the quickest interior DL we've had off the snap in a while. These guys are often going against sub-par OL, but you're starting to see why they were highly recruited players. We need to put them in a position to utilize their athletic gifts.

LB- Perryman's physical presence is missed here. This is a fast group that is capable in coverage but lacks thump outside of Juwan Young. Jermaine Grace is the best LB in the group and has been a steady playmaker. Marques Gayot plays very similar to Grace. The move to WLB was a good one for him. Charles Perry still needs to gain some weight before contributing, although his speed is evident. I've never loved Tyriq McCord at SAM (too stiff), but he has been solid throughout spring and continues to make big plays as he has done throughout his career.

S- Thin position. Deon Bush is the top guy after a bounce-back junior season. Jamal Carter is still too inconsistent with his tackling and recognition. Dallas Crawford has size and speed issues but can make plays, including a diving interception yesterday. I love Jaquan Johnson. His physical tools were a question as a recruit, but he looks extremely quick and explosive in short areas. I think he starts next to Bush.

CB- Strong at the top. Artie Burns has been arguably the best defensive player in camp and looks primed for a leap. Corn Elder is probably the best pure cover guy. Tracy Howard has missed the last couple practices but is a good, reliable cover man. Antonio Crawford's dismissal really hurts depth here. However, Ryan Mayes (a guy I've been critical of) is off to a great start. His length is an asset, and he moves like a corner. He returned a fumble for a TD yesterday and is playing with confidence. Nonetheless, this is a position where you will see a true freshman or two contribute.

[j.w.]

Encouraging stuff from Dmoney, hoping it's mostly accurate.

[Go Canes]

I expect the team to win more games than last year, and Kaaya is the reason.

Posted by: 30CINCO | March 06, 2015 at 01:29 PM

That sounds familiar.

[SinisterCane]

10-2 GO CANEZ

[j.w.]

I expect the team to win more games than last year, and Kaaya is the reason.

Posted by: 30CINCO | March 06, 2015 at 01:29 PM

That sounds familiar.

Posted by: Go Canes | March 06, 2015 at 02:18 PM
A lot of people do believe the same thing, I hope they're right. Having heard this from the days of Brock Berlin (seriously, people were convinced Berlin was going to improve our offense as Dorsey's senior season wasn't very good in many message board poster's eyes), I take all that I hear in Spring Practice with a grain of salt.

[30CINCO]

That sounds familiar.

Posted by: Go Canes | March 06, 2015 at 02:18 PM
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Yup, I remember. They told you you were crazy for believing that too.

[CaneRock]

Good breakdown, but I don't see JJ starting over Crawford at SS.

[j.w.]

fair enough, Go. So much changes from Spring to Fall you just never can tell what it all means. Size tells you who is working out, but I've become convinced that what they are learning is more technical than what I can usually appreciate.

[JCane]

http://scores.espn.go.com/ncw/recap?gameId=400766431

Not a good day for the Lady Canes, although to beat NDU twice in one season might have been too much to have asked.

[SOUP]

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