Miami’s 2024 surge was theft-at-the-wire: the Hurricanes produced one of the nation’s most efficient offenses by EPA per play, yet three losses kept them from ACC glory and the playoff. Cam Ward’s exit opens the door for Carson Beck, who comes in with a 90.9 grade since 2023, hinting at upside if he can connect with a stronger pass-catching corps. The secondary’s improvement will be essential, as 2024 showed the weakness there could derail a top-tier offense. Miami counters with trenches that rank among the nation’s best, anchored by Mauigoa on the O-line and Bain on the edge, both potential top-15 NFL picks in 2026. The biggest question: will Beck have enough weapons to rebound and keep the Hurricanes as ACC contenders?