# Veterans Lead Miami’s Young Defense | Miami Hurricanes Football News

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Podcast: [Miami Hurricanes Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/miami-hurricanes-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7565715)
Published: 2026-07-30T06:16:54+00:00
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The Miami Hurricanes are banking on a veteran-led linebacker corps to anchor their defense in 2026, despite fielding one of the youngest teams overall. With players like eighth-year senior Mohamed Toure and sixth-year senior Chase Smith finally healthy and ready to lead, the unit is poised for a breakout. Toure, a rising star after battling injuries, delivered 82 tackles and 2 sacks in the College Football Playoff and aims for his best season yet. Smith, a steady presence through coaching changes, had his most complete year yet with 31 tackles, 2 fumbles recovered, and 2 pass deflections. Depth is solid with rising junior Bobby Pruitt and healthy newcomers like Kamal Bonner, Kellen Wiley Jr., and Ezekiel Marcelin Jr. ready to contribute, while freshmen and walk-ons add energy and competition — a mix of experience and hunger that could make this linebacker unit the heart of Miami’s defense. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9d13b3dc6f575b3d

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