The first SP+ rankings of the 2026 football season are here!

The first SP+ rankings of the 2026 college football season have been released, ranking teams based on efficiency and ability. The Miami Hurricanes are ranked 8th overall, with a schedule that includes games against Stanford, Wake Forest, and Clemson.
The first SP+ rankings of the 2026 college football season are out. The rankings are based on four factors: returning production, recent history, recent recruiting, and coaching change effects. The Miami Hurricanes are ranked 8th overall, with a schedule that includes games against Stanford, Wake Forest, and Clemson. Their first game is on the road at Stanford, followed by a home opener against FAMU. The Hurricanes then travel to Winston-Salem to face Wake Forest. They also have games against Central Michigan, Clemson, and Florida State. The team ends the season with three consecutive home games against Duke, Virginia Tech, and Boston College.
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