Through the Smoke: A Miami Hurricanes football podcast

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Previewing No. 1 Miami vs. Pitt and the latest recruiting juice Oct 22, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia breaks down the commitment of LB Aston Whiteside, who flipped from Texas A&M, the departure of DT commit DeMarco Jenkins, and his thoughts on the matchup between No. 1 Miami and Pitt on Saturday.

(1:45) Intro

(5:45) Aston Whiteside's commitment

(7:00) DeMarco Jenkins flips to SMU

(10:00) What's next for Miami at defensive tackle?

(13:45) Recruits visiting for Miami vs. Pitt

(20:00) Pitt vs. Miami Preview

(36:00) Score Prediction

The latest recruiting buzz as No. 1 Miami sets up another big visit weekend Oct 20, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia has the latest on Miami's recruiting efforts in the Class of 2027 and 2028 as the No. 1-ranked Hurricanes look to build on momentum and add premium talent to its class.

The latest on 5-star EDGE DJ Jacobs, 5-star OL Mark Matthews, 5-star WR Brysen Wright, and more.

(1:45) Intro

(4:15) The latest on Brysen Wright

(12:00) Flip Buzz

(17:00) Texas A&M commit Mark Matthews

(20:00) Miami working to get IOL Jatori Williams back in the class

(25:00) The latest on 2028 targets who visited for Florida State

(36:00) More elite 2028 prospects visiting for Pittsburgh

Miami escapes rival Florida State 43-35 in 2OT Oct 18, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia breaks down Miami's 43-35 double overtime win over rival Florida State live from Hard Rock Stadium

(1:45) Intro

(3:00) Survive and Advance

(6:00) Miami's defensive woes

(12:00) Miami's offensive performance

(16:00) Recruiting Roundup

Miami vs. Florida State Preview Oct 16, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia and CBSSports' Bud Elliot break down the Miami vs. Florida State game on Saturday night at Hard Rock Stadium.

(1:45) Intro

(5:00) Breaking down Florida State's Offense

(12:00) Breaking down Florida State's defense

(17:00) Three things I want to see from Miami

(25:00) Matchup I like the most from Miami

(28:00) Bud Elliot Joins the Show

(31:00) What does this game represent for FSU?

(38:00) Is there a matchup advantage for FSU?

(42:00) How does this game impact Mike Norvell's future?

Miami is hosting elite recruits for its marquee matchup against rival Florida State on Saturday night Oct 13, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia shares the latest on where Miami stands within the College Football landscape. Also, the latest on Miami recruiting, with a prime-time game against Florida State coming up.

(1:45) Intro

(4:00) Injury Updates

(7:30) ACC Landscape

(11:00) College Football Playoff Contenders

(22:00) The latest on Miami flip targets

(29:00) Five most important offensive prospects visiting for FSU

(34:00) Five most important defensive prospects visiting for FSU

The latest on Miami recruiting with 247Sports insider Zach Blostein Oct 07, 2026

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247Sports recruiting insider Zach Blostein joins InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia to discuss the latest on top Miami targets.

(1:45) Intro

(5:00) Injury Updates

(8:00) Bye Week Recruiting Updates

(14:00) Zach Blostein talks Mark Matthews and Za'Kari Johnson

(24:00) Blostein Shares Thoughts on Miami

(28:00) Blostein Breaks Down Elite 2028 Targets for Miami

(45:00) South Florida Targets in 2028

(55:00) What's Different About the 2028 Cycle

Miami looks like one of the best teams in the country heading into the bye week Oct 06, 2026

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InsideTheU's Gaby Urrutia breaks down Miami at the break

(1:45) Final thoughts on Miami's 41-13 win over Clemson

(22:00) Where Miami stands entering the bye week

(41:00) ACC Tiers

(56:00) Closing Thoughts

Instant Reaction: Miami dominates Clemson 41-13 in Death Valley Oct 04, 2026

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(1:45) - Intro

(4:45) - How Miami Controlled the Game

(7:15) - Miami Navigates Key Injuries in the Win

(15:00) - Miami's Offense

(21:00) - Miami's Defense

Game Preview: Miami vs. Clemson Oct 01, 2026

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It is time to preview Miami’s match-up against ACC foe Clemson.

The No. 4 Hurricanes will travel to Clemson for a primetime match-up against one of the top programs in the ACC.

InsideTheU’s David Lake and Gaby Urrutia preview the match-up from all the angles.

Enjoy the show.

It is time to preview Miami’s match-up against ACC foe Clemson.

The No. 4 Hurricanes will travel to Clemson for a primetime match-up against one of the top programs in the ACC.

InsideTheU’s David Lake and Gaby Urrutia preview the match-up from all the angles.

Enjoy the show.

Show Rundown

(1:45) - A look at who Clemson is in 2026

(7:00) - Clemson's Stat Profile in 2026

(9:08) - Clemson's Personnel

(28:16) - Talking Points: What coverage will Clemson play?

(33:43) - Talking Points: Miami needs to start fast

(38:17) - Talking Points: Third down will be key

(43:42) - Match-ups to watch

(49:51) - Game predictions

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QB Darian Mensah and OL Ben Congdon impress against Central Michigan Sep 29, 2026

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It is time to review the 52-3 win over Central Michigan after rewatching the game.

Quarterback Darian Mensah continues to dazzle, the offensive line got an injection of talent with Ben Congdon getting inserted into the rotation, and defensive end Marquise Lightfoot brought violence to the defense.

InsideTheU's David Lake and Gaby Urrutia touch on all these topics and more on the latest edition of Through The Smoke.

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(3:00) - Miami plays its freshman.

(12:34) - Reviewing CMU Win: QB Darian Mensah dazzles.

(23:06) - Reviewing CMU Win: Changes on the offensive line were encouraging.

(30:36) - Reviewing CMU Win: RB Javian Mallory impressed in RB2 role.

(33:22) - Reviewing CMU Win: Marquise Lightfoot is blossoming.

(38:18) - Discussing the ACC race after one month of the season

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