UNDATED (AP) — Miami quarterback Darian Mensah was the overwhelming choice for first-team quarterback on The Associated Press midseason All-America team. UCLA led all teams with three players on the top unit. Eight players from the Southeastern Conference and seven each from the Atlantic Coast Conference and Big Ten are on the first team. The team is determined by a panel of media members who vote each week in the AP Top 25. Nine players who were on the AP preseason All-America first team also were voted to the midseason first team. Four other preseason first-team picks are on the second team.
UNDATED (AP) — The Atlantic Coast Conference has some exciting matchups this weekend. Florida State faces a tough challenge against third-ranked Miami on Saturday. The Hurricanes are on a roll, coming off a big win against Clemson, and are heavy favorites. Meanwhile, Wake Forest, now ranked 21st, takes on California. The Demon Deacons are aiming to maintain their strong position after a win over North Carolina State. North Carolina visits Duke, hoping to build on their victory against a Top 25 opponent. Key players to watch include Louisville's Isaac Brown and Cal's Jackson Brousseau, both coming off impressive performances.
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Florida State is struggling, while Miami remains undefeated. Florida State's coach faces job security questions, but Miami's coach recently got a contract extension. Over the last three years, Florida State has one of the worst records, while Miami has one of the best. Despite these differences, the rivalry between the two teams continues this weekend. Miami, ranked third, hosts unranked Florida State on Saturday night. Miami is a three-touchdown favorite. Miami has won six of the last nine meetings, but these games are often close. Miami's offense leads the country in points and yards per game, posing a big challenge for Florida State.
UNDATED (AP) — As the college football season nears the midpoint, Miami stands alone as the class of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The third-ranked Hurricanes are the only undefeated team in the ACC and the only school ranked in the top 20 of The Associated Press poll as they look to build on last season’s run to the national title game. The impressive start helped Miami clean up the midseason honors from the AP with coach Mario Cristobal, quarterback Darian Mensah and receiver Malachi Toney all winning awards.
DALLAS (AP) — SMU will start a Division I men’s lacrosse program that will begin play in the Atlantic Coast Conference in the spring of 2028. The Mustangs will be the sixth ACC program. That allows the conference to reach the threshold required for an automatic bid in the NCAA Tournament. All five current ACC programs have won at least one national championship since 2009 and all five qualified for the 2026 national tournament. SMU will be only the fourth Division I team west of the Mississippi River.
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami freshman golfer Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, has undergone surgery for a left wrist injury. She shared the news on social media, explaining that the injury occurred during her first tournament of the season. Kai Trump says she consulted with her family, coaches and athletic staff before deciding on surgery for her long-term health. Miami's golf team has had a strong season with two tournament wins and a runner-up finish. Kai Trump expressed determination to heal and return to the game she loves, emphasizing patience and gratitude for her journey.
