The Hurricanes lost several key defensive linemen, but they return standout players like Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor.

Miami added one defensive lineman in the portal: defensive tackle David Blay Jr. Blay was a strong defender at Louisiana Tech, racking up 46 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks last season.

Miami added one defensive lineman in the portal: defensive tackle David Blay Jr. Blay was a strong defender at Louisiana Tech, racking up 46 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks last season.