Miami vs. Florida: 3 Things 2 Watch 4
Kickoff between Miami and Florida is here. Before the Hurricanes kickoff against Florida in Ben Hill Griffen from the SEC, CanesToday shares 3 Things 2 Watch 4.
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
TV: ABC
Line: Miami -2.5
Take the crowd out there game early
One of the biggest factors in today’s game that the Hurricanes have to do is quiet the Swamp early and I mean EARLY. If the Hurricanes receive first the Canes have to drive down the Gator’s throat to get a touchdown or at least a field goal, we can not let the Gators and their rowdy crowd stay in this game till late 3rd quarter.
Run the damn ball
Cam Ward’s announcement of his commitment to Miami has sent excitement throughout the ACC. As an experienced quarterback, Ward is joining forces with a roster of experienced wide receivers, raising expectations for an explosive season. It is widely anticipated that Shannon Dawson, a standout receiver, will unleash his signature “Air Raid” play, making the field a spectacle. However, the focus often overlooks Damien Martinez, who is poised to revolutionize defenses nationwide.
The question remains: What strategies will Miami employ? Will they continue to execute quick, dust-filled drives, or will they opt for a more strategic approach, launching deep passes downfield? The answer could be a combination of both. Mario Cristobal, a strategic thinker, is eager to achieve success without compromising on his goals.
In the previous season, the Florida Gators’ defensive running game was ranked among the most ineffective in the league, placing them at the bottom of the SEC. Consequently, the Hurricanes are compelled to rely on their running game, as they possess a scary lineup including Damien Martinez, Mark Fletcher, Ajay Allen, Jordan Lyle, and Chris Johnson Jr, all capable of contributing to the team’s offensive efforts in this game.
Miami hired Matt Merritt as their new running back coach. With him, the team improved, ranking third in the American Athletic Conference and setting a new record for total yards in 2023. They’re keeping their physical style but are also changing to better fit their players’ strengths.
Make Florida run the ball
The Florida Gators is a run-first team offense however with Montrell Johnson expecting to be out for today’s game, he was their leading rusher last season I want to see the Canes’ defense really make the Gators’ offense run the ball and go up against this Hurricanes defensive line.
Trinton is the owner of CanesToday. He writes for all sports, with a focus on football and recruiting, he is a freshman in high school and wants to graduate from the University of Miami
