First Scrimmage Is In The Books

After a little more than a week of workouts on Greentree, Sunday marked one of the first significant tests of preseason camp for the Hurricanes: a scrimmage.

Full pads were donned. Big plays were made. And, Miami head coach Manny Diaz said, his players had an opportunity to compete in an environment a bit more similar to the ones they’ll face on Saturdays this fall.

And for one player in particular, the scrimmage was especially significant.

“Guys played hard, but the story is it’s great to see D’Eriq King,” Diaz said of Miami’s veteran quarterback, who continues working his way back from a knee injury suffered in last season’s finale. “I thought he was phenomenal running the offense…Guy’s a tough guy to defend.”

Here, some additional notes on King’s performance, along with some of what the Hurricanes can take from their first scrimmage of the 2021 season as they move into the second week of camp.

1. King takes another step forward

Since tearing his ACL last December, King – Miami’s unquestioned leader on and off the field – has made it clear he had every intention of being ready to play in the Hurricanes’ season opener against Alabama on Sept. 4.

After seven months of intense rehabilitative work, King led the Hurricanes through offensive drills when Miami opened camp earlier this month. Sunday, he took another step forward in his recovery, participating in his first scrimmage since getting hurt

The redshirt senior completed 12 of his 16 passes for 124 yards and two touchdowns. During one point in the scrimmage, he had nine straight completions.

It was a performance that, of course, energized teammates and coaches – and had the quarterback himself smiling.

“It was a good feeling to get back out there in like a real-game situation,” King said. “I felt pretty good…I was so happy driving here today to do the scrimmage, first time we were really live, guys were taken to the ground. We had referees out here. It was a real-game situation. Everything felt good and I felt comfortable again. It’s a really good feeling.”

2. The receivers stepped up

King and the rest of Miami’s quarterbacks had plenty of help Sunday from more than a few of their playmakers, including some of the newest faces in the Hurricanes receivers room.

Freshman Jacolby George had a big night, catching seven passes for 127 yards with a touchdown, while fellow freshman Romello Brinson had four catches for 73 yards.

Charleston Rambo, a transfer from Oklahoma, had one of the biggest plays of the night, a one-handed 27-yard touchdown grab that elicited plenty of cheering from the offense. He finished with 60 receiving yards on the night.

“It was spread out throughout a lot of numbers,” Diaz said of the receivers’ productivity. “Charleston Rambo had a touchdown catch, 60 yards receiving, a beautiful catch in the end zone. Jacolby George, [one of] the young guys, seven [catches] for 127 [yards] with a touchdown on a slant. Romello Brinson four [catches] for 73 [yards]. Good to see Pope, three [catches] for 56 [yards]. Brashard [Smith] had a couple catches for 30 [yards] as well and it wouldn’t be a scrimmage without [Xavier] Restrepo making five catches. The guy does it every time we scrimmage.”

Added King of the receivers, “I love those guys. They make plays every day in practice. To come out here in a real-game setting and see them make plays, it’s really encouraging. I’m proud of them. I’m happy for them.”

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Comments

[AeroCane]

Go Canes!
I hope manny and the team surprise me and Alabama and upset them!

[86Cane]

I hope manny and the team surprise me and Alabama and upset them!

Posted by: AeroCane | August 17, 2021 at 02:15 PM

Dear Sir,

If you had been paying attention during class you would already be aware of the fact that the score of the aforementioned sporting contest will be Miami 34 - Bama 13.

Due to the fact that either you have not been paying attention or that your reading comprehension skills appear to be somewhat lacking you will be required to write:

"Miami will beat Alabama 34-13"

10 times before the rooster crows.

Should you fail to complete your assignment you shall be summarily banned from the blog until full reparations have been made.

That is all. Class is dismissed.

[TonyCane]

Tony you got the #s.....curious what are we against winning record teams...what are we against ranked teams..since Coker.I know you know!

So I see mediocrity everywhere I look. Now maybe we are going to come out of this.....I would love it! I do not see a Bama win...hope I am way wrong...I do not want to see quitters or a embarrassment....but perhaps we tighten up vs UNC....maybe a 11-1...that would be very good for me....tell me I am going in the right direction...

you know the saying...Hope springs eternal..we must wait and see
Posted by: VA Cane | August 17, 2021 at 12:58 PM

vs RANKED TEAMS

2007 (0-4):
(L) 13-51 vs #05 Oklahoma
(L) 00-48 vs #23 Virginia
(L) 14-44 vs #10 Virginia Tech
(L) 14-28 vs $15 Boston College

2008 (0-1):
(L) 03-26 vs #05 Florida

2009 (3-2)
(W) 38-34 vs #18 Florida State
(W) 33-17 vs #14 Georgia Tech
(L) 07-31 vs #11 Virginia Tech
(W) 21-20 vs #08 Oklahoma
(L) 14-20 vs #24 Wisconsin

2010 (0-3):
(L) 24-36 vs #02 Ohio State
(L) 17-45 vs #23 Florida State
(L) 17-31 vs #14 Virginia Tech

2011 (2-1):
(W) 24-06 vs #17 Ohio State
(L) 35-38 vs #21 Virginia Tech
(W) 24-07 vs #20 Georgia Tech

2012 (0-3):
(L) 13-52 vs #21 Kansas State
(L) 03-41 vs #09 Notre Dame
(L) 20-33 vs #12 Florida State

2013 (1-2):
(W) 21-16 vs #12 Florida
(L) 14-41 vs #03 Florida State
(L) 09-36 vs #18 Louisville

2014 (0-3):
(L) 13-31 vs #25 Louisville
(L) 31-41 vs #24 Nebraska
(L) 26-30 vs #02 Florida State

2015 (1-3):
(L) 24-29 vs #12 Florida State
(L) 00-58 vs #06 Clemson
(W) 30-27 vs #22 Duke
(L) 21-59 vs #17 North Carolina

2016 (1-1):
(L) 19-20 vs #23 Florida State
(W) 31-14 vs #14 West Virginia

2017 (2-2):
(W) 28-10 vs #13 Virginia Tech
(W) 41-08 vs #03 Notre Dame
(L) 03-38 vs #01 Clemson
(L) 10-34 vs #06 Wisonsin

2018 (1-1):
(L) 17-33 vs #25 LSU
(W) 24-03 vs #24 Pittsburgh

2019 (1-1):
(L) 20-24 vs #08 Florida
(W) 17-09 vs #20 Virginia

2020 (1-2):
(W) 47-34 vs #18 Louisville
(L) 17-42 vs #01 Clemson
(L) 26-52 vs #20 North Carolina

[TonyCane]

At the same time however, let's look at Miami's blue chip ratio, overall # of blue chips, and record against ranked teams:

2007: 53%, 41 blue chips, 0-4 vs ranked teams
2008: 48%, 41 blue chips, 0-1 vs ranked teams
2009: 53%, 38 blue chips, 3-2 vs ranked teams
2010: 46%, 39 blue chips, 0-3 vs ranked teams
2011: 38%, 30 blue chips, 2-1 vs ranked teams
2012: 26%, 21 blue chips, 0-3 vs ranked teams
2013: 34%, 25 blue chips, 1-2 vs ranked teams
2014: 33%, 25 blue chips, 0-3 vs ranked teams
2015: 33%, 27 blue chips, 1-3 vs ranked teams
2016: 34%, 26 blue chips, 1-1 vs ranked teams
2017: 35%, 27 blue chips, 2-2 vs ranked teams
2018: 42%, 34 blue chips, 1-1 vs ranked teams
2019: 45%, 35 blue chips, 1-1 vs ranked teams
2020: 50%, 39 blue chips, 1-2 vs ranked teams
2021: 53%, 49 blue chips, TBD

Also important is overall roster size:

2007: 77 players
2008: 85 players
2009: 72 players
2010: 84 players
2011: 79 players
2012: 82 players
2013: 74 players
2014: 76 players
2015: 83 players
2016: 76 players
2017: 77 players
2018: 81 players
2019: 77 players
2020: 78 players
2021: 92 players

Not listed is the overall composition of the team...i.e. how is it weighted? We were very freshman heavy in 2012 for instance, and it manifested itself acutely in matchups against Kansas State and Notre Dame. 2021 will feature a largely veteran Hurricanes team. We return a tremendous amount of previous starters, particularly on offense.

[HerbieIbis]

Well coaching and development goes a long way, ahem☹

[TonyCane]

Well coaching and development goes a long way, ahem☹

Posted by: HerbieIbis | August 17, 2021 at 09:23 PM

They do. And I'm guardedly optimistic that this staff is the best one that we have had since Butch left. We'll see.

[58 Straight]

Posted by: TonyCane | August 17, 2021 at 07:50 PM

Great stats but that record ain't gonna get 'er done. But once we wipe the floor with Bama 34-13 we will have more leverage in recruiting.

That is all.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Good Stuff Tony

[toledocane]

TonyCane....excellent stats!

[58 Straight]

Well coaching and development goes a long way, ahem☹

Posted by: HerbieIbis | August 17, 2021 at 09:23 PM

Being outplayed is one thing.

Being outcoached is unfair to the players.

[58 Straight]

TonyCane For President!!!

[toledocane]

I'm on the 12-0 bus...please dear God don't f me....

[toledocane]

I really feel, if D'Eriq is good, we have a REAL shot at beating Bama with all their new players (QB...)

[CANEZILLA]

IS THE 12-0 BUS RUNNING THIS YEAR 86?

[MLALUMNI1970]

If you are going to “get” on a bus, the 12-0 bus is the best one. NO STOPS ALONG THE WAY.
I love my CANES

[58 Straight]

IS THE 12-0 BUS RUNNING THIS YEAR 86?

Posted by: CANEZILLA | August 18, 2021 at 09:10 AM

I am sorry to report that the 12% bus was sold for scrap metal after last season and is no more. Apparently we are now relegated to taking an Uber to 10-2?

[VA Cane]

Awesome TC....you are the best at the facts....that tells a lot. We can see why we are.....wondering.

But I am a Koolaid drinker.....wellll a Coors light drinker and think we can have a good year. If these coaches get as fired up as us....and the players respond....We can have a 11-1 10-2 finish...get to a good bowl...and win it.

I want to win dammit...and I will be watching, probably catch a game or 2.

TC for president...he knows what is going on in all things.....that old fart/young bimbo ticket in DC......like Sgt Schultz...."They know Nothingk!....IJS....

a special thanks to you vets out there....you never let the USA or The UM down....ever! Thank you!

[MLALUMNI1970]

I am curious what all of you think this year will bring. 12-0 11-1 10-2 9-3,or worse. You guys are the experts.
I would love to see the former Canes participate in a practice game, at Greentree Field, or whatever it is called. We have a yearly baseball game up here. The County Retirees vs. The County Elected Officials. Lots of fun.
September 4th is right around the corner! Play or Pray!

[CANEZILLA]

Best case will be 10-2, Real life we go 8-4

[AeroCane]

September 4th is right around the corner! Play or Pray!

Posted by: MLALUMNI1970 | August 18, 2021

Well we are going to play, and we better pray!
But as 86 says, ‘no worries - we win 34-13!’

[MLALUMNI1970]

Okay. We WIN 34 - 13. No problem. If 86 says so, then you can take it to the bank, house, store, or stadium.
Then why are we suppose to lose by 18 damn points??
I am scared all over again! And, at age 73, that is not a good thing.
PRAY AND PLAY.

[Mark from Atl]

Canes brethren!
been a crazy 365 days for all - glad Canes ball is back!
Hope everyone is doing well out there!

Glad we have D'Eriq King on this team - most important position and we got a real man for the job!

Tony - that stats are ridiculously truthful - we have not shown up for a while against top teams!

We'll see if they want this on Sept 4...or if they'd prefer to be on South Beach?

From Coaches all the way down to walk-ons...have some pride..who's got the fire?

God's blessings to you all and your families!
God's blessings to all our troops, police officers, fire dept, nurses, docs, teachers, nursing home care, etc!

Go Canes!

[MLAlumni1970]

I’ve got the fire! But, I am 73 years old, and a 1970 graduate, so what do I know. We never won shit when I was at the U. 1966 to 1970.

[Old Skool]

Former Player Rashaun Jones charged in the murder of Bryan Pata

[Old Skool]

Here's a link to the sad story: tinyurl.com/4vrny54x

[KYcane]

Skool

I just saw that as well

[86Cane]

God's blessings to you all and your families!
God's blessings to all our troops, police officers, fire dept, nurses, docs, teachers, nursing home care, etc!

Go Canes!

Posted by: Mark from Atl | August 19, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Well done Mark, well done.

Blessings to you and your family also.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Fry Reshaun Jones Ass! That Is All!

[VA Cane]

Fry Reshaun Jones Ass! That Is All!

agreed.....we could always toss him in KY Canes Dumpster Fire...however Tsully...its gonna be hotter where he is going one day!

Sad this happened...Pata was a good guy!

Great ending Mark....sad so many dont see how much we need these great people!!!!

[HerbieIbis]

I read a story about Pata and they went through all the potential suspects and they had mentioned one of them being a team mate but I had forgotten the name.
Hell, I just want to know why.
Probably over some chick.

[orange 'n green in the vein]

Well, now it makes even more sense why Coker was fired, literally have teammates taking literal shots at each other.

[DallasTX Cane]

Former player arrested, charged with 2006 murder of Miami Hurricanes star Bryan Pata
https://www.miamiherald.com/sports/college/acc/university-of-miami/article253589064.html

This’ll make U sick. Good to finally have progress solving it though

[MLALUMNI1970]

I HOPES THEY FRY HIS ASS. Over a girl, of course. What a waste of so many lives. I give kudos to the detectives who worked this case, for so many years. And I thank them, on behalf of all of U

[VA Cane]

Sounded like there were several issues; a girl both had dated, they had a fight and Pata wore him out, he supposedly told Pata he would shoot him in the head, Pata told his brother, who told him tell Clappy, but he never did...guy supposedly carried a 38 all the time...I dont remember the guy playing a whole lot...just another low point of our demise....BP was a good quiet guy....sad for his family....

Here in VA they have ended the Death Penalty....yea the Dems have finally won control, and want to help everybody..killers rapists pervs....they're people too ya know...right...dont know FL: law....but firing squad hanging electric chair...all would work...what a jerk!

[HerbieIbis]

I don't know about Pata being a quite guy. Dude seemed to be involved in a lot of shyt outside of football.

Nelson and Silvera out with injuries but should be ready by game time. Sounds to me, they are more than minor. Silvera is another Jordan, he's always hurt.

[VA Cane]

Not sure Herb, article said he was a quiet guy; never knew him so could be wrong per article sources. Nobody can say as we were not there; regardless nobody deserves to die like he did. Do not remember the arrested killer as a player, but he was right next to the banner in a picture of BP. Arrogance huh? At least his family can have some closure, although I do not see how. I worry about my 2 children and 3 granddaughters each day...and if anything ever went down from anothers hand....no trial except mine...cause Im gonna be judge jury and executioner regarding my babies. Pray for family God will decide the killers fate.

[86Cane]

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