NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade
Miami Hurricanes football team begins preseason training with new quarterback
The Miami Hurricanes football team officially began their preseason media day on Monday, marking the start of preparations for the upcoming season. The team is integrating new quarterback Darian Mensah following the departure of Carson Beck to the NFL draft.
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The team is preparing for the upcoming college football season with high expectations to compete for the title and a national championship.
Key Facts
- The Miami Hurricanes held their media day on Monday to begin the new season.
- Darian Mensah is the new starting quarterback for the team.
- Former quarterback Carson Beck has declared for the NFL draft.
- Darian Mensah is the preseason favorite to win the Heisman Trophy.
- The team is projected to compete for the ACC title and a return to the College Football Playoff.
- Damon Wilson II has transferred to the Miami Hurricanes from Missouri.
- The team returns to practice on Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Who's Mentioned
organizationMiami Hurricanes“College football team based in Coral Gables, Florida.”personAhmad Moten“Defensive lineman for the Miami Hurricanes.”personMark Fletcher Jr.“Running back for the Miami Hurricanes.”personDamon Wilson II“Defensive lineman who transferred to Miami from Missouri.”personFernando Mendoza“Heisman-winner and player for the Indiana Hoosiers.”personMalachi Toney“Wide receiver for the Miami Hurricanes.”personCarson Beck“Former Miami Hurricanes quarterback who declared for the NFL draft.”personDarian Mensah“New quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes.”personCooper Barkate“Wide receiver for the Miami Hurricanes.”