2007 University of Miami Football Players

Biography One of the nation's most sought-after defenders...Recruited as a linebacker but could eventually play defensive end...Relentless player who patterns his play after former Hurricane Ray Lewis...Punishing linebacker who has great work habits...As a senior in 2006, played in only four games. . . more

Enrolled at UM in January 2007...Mr. Football in Tennessee as a senior in 2005...Spent fall 2006 at Milford Prep and led the team in rushing with 1,327 yards and 15 touchdowns in eight games, averaging 12.5 yards per carry (missed two games with neck and hamstring injuries)...Beat out fellow top. . . more

CAREER: One of college football's best freshmen offensive linemen in 2006 and could be a future All-American...Smart and savvy blocker who earned a starting job before his first collegiate game...Started 12 games as a true freshman, playing both right and left tackle...Has not allowed a sack in his. . . more

CAREER: One of the nation's best true freshmen running backs in 2006 might be the next great back in UM history...Has earned comparisons to his cousin, Edgerrin James...Fine inside-the-tackles runner who proved that he could also get outside and take it the distance...After breaking onto the scene. . . more

Natural wide receiver from a small private high school...Has vision and moves to score any time he gets the ball...Very fast player who can leap and catch the ball...Cousin of former Hurricanes running back Dyral McMillan...As a senior in 2006, played mostly wingback in his school's Wing-T offense. . . more

Junior college transfer who hails from Homestead and was destined to be a Hurricane because his first name is pronounced "Cane"...Literally came out of nowhere to emerge as a top JUCO prospect...Did not play high school football because he had to take care of his sister while his mother. . . more

The best wide receiver coming out of Broward County in 2007 and one of the more physically impressive wideouts in the state...Selected the Class 6A-4A Broward County Male Athlete of the Year by the Miami Herald...All-Broward County selection who has a knack for coming up with the big play...Helped. . . more

CAREER: Redshirt freshman who enters fall practice as a strong contender at both placekicker and punter...All-State kicker in high school could possibly handle both duties, as well as kickoffs...One of the nation's top high school placekickers in 2004 and 2005...Sports administration major. 2006. . . more

Dominating lineman who was a 2006 recruit and took summer classes at UM before learning that he would have to re-take two high school English classes, because of this he did not play football in 2006...Has great natural athletic ability...Has speed to go with long arms and quick feet...Did not. . . more

CAREER: Tall, tough and rangy cornerback who has played in 20 games with eight starts in his first two seasons...Has career totals of 41 tackles and 12 pass breakups...Has two career interceptions, both against North Carolina (one in 2005 and one in 2006)...True freshman in 2005 who saw increased. . . more

CAREER: True freshman in 2006 who broke onto the scene quickly and was named honorable mention All-America by The Sporting News...Playmaker who had the most receptions by a Miami true freshman since Reggie Wayne in 1997...Most-sought-after wide receiver recruit in the state of Florida in 2006. . . more

CAREER: Talented athlete who has the most games played and starts of any returning linebacker...In 2006, reclaimed his starting job at strongside linebacker after being sidelined with an injury in 2005...Started at weakside linebacker most of the 2004 season and started the 2005 opener at. . . more

Quick ball-chasing defensive lineman who has loads of upside potential as a pass rusher...Has athleticism, speed and aggressiveness...As a senior in 2006, made 60 tackles, four sacks and four forced fumbles...As a junior had seven sacks, and in a two-game span against Miami Beach and Northwestern. . . more

CAREER: Instinctive linebacker who is being groomed for a major role in 2007...Has been compared to former UM All-American Dan Morgan, and wears the same jersey number...Expected to be a big-play performer from the strongside linebacker position...Played in nine games as a true freshman in. . . more

Son of former Hurricane Kenny Berry (1987-89)...Played running back in high school but will be a defensive back in college...Speedy player played at Suncoast High School his first three years, then transferred to Glades Central...As a senior in 2006, rushed for 1,080 yards and 19. . . more

CAREER: Experienced and quick possession receiver and kick returner who was on his way to his finest season before suffering a knee injury in last season's third game...Received a medical hardship waiver and will be 100 percent this season...Took over at flanker in 2006, filling the role Roscoe. . . more

Extremely fast defensive back with height, speed, athleticism and toughness...Finished his senior season in 2006 with 56 tackles and seven interceptions (one returned for a touchdown)...Also caught 21 passes for 417 yards...As a junior had 12 passes broken up, four interceptions and returned two. . . more

CAREER: Talented young player who could be the team's tight end of the future...Big receiver who can stay on the line and block defensive linemen or split wide and run deep...Skilled pass catcher who will be counted upon in 2007 along with Chris Zellner and DajLeon Farr...Accounting major. 2006. . . more

CAREER: Quick and athletic interior lineman has been compared to a young Warren Sapp...Impressed the coaching staff in spring practice and will push for playing time as a backup defensive tackle this season...Explosive off the ball...Undeclared major. 2006 (REDSHIRT): Practiced on the scout team. . . more

Perimeter speed back who can return kickoffs and punts, line up in the slot, catch the ball out of the backfield and run from scrimmage...All-purpose player who has breakaway speed...Is patient, reads blocks and has a second gear...Selected Miss Dandy Dozen, meaning he was one of the top 12 players. . . more

CAREER: Underrated third-year safety who enters 2007 as a starter alongside Kenny Phillips...Intelligent and productive player who saw plenty of action in the team's nickel and dime defenses most of the 2005 season and then started nine games in 2006...In two seasons, has started 11 games and has. . . more

Extremely fast running back who was a four-year starter...Play-maker who possesses quick feet and an explosive ability to get downfield...Is excellent at returning punts and kickoffs...Catches the ball well out of the backfield...Two-time District MVP and All-State honoree...As a senior in 2006,. . . more

Biography CAREER: Talented athlete who saw a good amount of playing time as a true freshman in 2005 and again in 2006 until suffering a leg injury...Has seen action in 10 games in two seasons...One of the top defensive prospects in the state and considered the best player ever to come out of Naples. . . more

CAREER: Quick defensive end who has a non-stop motor...Was redshirted as a freshman but is being counted upon by the coaching staff to push for playing time in 2007...Education major 2006 (REDSHIRT): Redshirted as a freshman...Missed his first season while rehabilitating a shoulder. . . more

CAREER: Returning starter at defensive tackle...Stocky run defender who has played in 28 games with eight starts over three seasons...Has career totals of 56 tackles, five tackles for loss, eight QB pressures, 5.5 sacks, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries...Productive veteran started eight. . . more

CAREER: One of the nation's most talented safeties three years ago who has been injury-prone since then...Will miss the entire 2007 season because of a torn left ACL suffered in late April (underwent reconstructive surgery on April 23)...Has played in 18 games, but only seven of them the last two. . . more

CAREER: Speedy and versatile player who sees action at both cornerback and as a kick returner...Is the nephew of former Hurricanes cornerback Kelly Jennings...Has the speed to play man-to-man coverage but is also physical enough to play against strong receivers...Shifty on both punt and kickoff. . . more

CAREER: Young offensive lineman who received valuable playing time in 2006 and started the regular-season finale...Huge player who has lots of potential and can play both tackle positions and could also play guard...Will compete for more playing time this season...Earned comparisons to a former. . . more

CAREER: Talented sophomore defensive lineman with unlimited potential...Pass-rushing end who caught the eye of the coaches as a member of the scout team in 2005... Relentless pass rusher who worked into the rotation at defensive end as a redshirt freshman in 2006...Is difficult to block, has a. . . more

CAREER: One of the nation's top-rated tight end recruits in 2005 and is ready to make his mark in 2007...Pass-catching tight end is one of three tight ends competing for the starting job this season...Has played in 18 games over his first two seasons, making two starts...All-around athlete who was. . . more

CAREER: Most experienced member of the offensive line and honorable mention All-ACC honoree in 2006...Has started 18 of 29 games played over the last three seasons...Starting right guard in 2006 might get a look at center for 2007...Steady and underrated player who gained valuable playing time by. . . more

CAREER: Promising player takes over as the starting left defensive end in 2007... Considered by the coaching staff to be ready for a breakout season...Was a starter early in the 2006 season before suffering an injury and then playing in the rotation the remainder of the year...In two seasons, has. . . more

CAREER: Courageous cornerback returns for his sixth season with the Hurricanes... Returned to action in 2006 after missing nearly all of the 2004 and 2005 seasons because of two different injuries...Recipient of the 2006 Brian Piccolo Award as the most courageous player in the Atlantic Coast. . . more

Stellar high school player with size and athleticism...Can be an outstanding kick returner...As a senior in 2006, caught 32 passes for more than 400 yards with six touchdowns...On defense, had four forced fumbles and one interception...Also returned three kicks for touchdowns...As a junior, caught. . . more

CAREER: Extremely talented wide receiver who had a break-out season in 2006, leading the team's wide receivers in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns...Is ready to finish his UM career with a great season...Nationally-ranked track performer gained the confidence needed be a star on the. . . more

CAREER: Extremely talented lineman who started at left tackle in 2006 and has been moved to right tackle this season...Nation's most highly sought-after offensive line recruit in 2005 has all the tools to be one of the top tackles in college football...Has started seven of 17 games played over two. . . more

Florida's Mr. Football in 2006 and a member of the Parade All-America team...Pro-style quarterback who also can run...Has good mobility, a quick release and can throw on the run...Set Florida state single-season records in 2006, breaking Tim Tebow's marks for passing yards (4,380) and touchdowns. . . more

CAREER: Extremely talented young player who switched from defensive back to wide receiver just before the start of his true freshman season in 2006...Now as a sophomore, shows unlimited potential as a wide receiver and as a kick returner...Has excellent speed and is very competitive...Undeclared. . . more

CAREER: Backup defensive lineman who can play both end and tackle and is a valuable reserve player...Small but impressive player on the 2003 scout team who saw his first playing time in 2004...In three seasons, has played in 28 games...Has career totals of 17 tackles (nine solo), one tackle for. . . more

CAREER: Rising star at middle linebacker who was named third-team Freshman All-America in 2006...Local star from Coral Gables High who reminds people of former UM standout Jonathan Vilma, who hailed from the same high school...Talented sophomore finished the 2006 season as the starter at middle. . . more

CAREER: Talented lineman who will compete for a starting job at center or guard this season...Team's backup center and reserve guard in 2006 who suffered a torn ACL late in the season...Extremely talented offensive lineman redshirted as a true freshman in 2005...Has exceptional speed for an. . . more

CAREER: Wide-body defensive tackle who could move into the starting lineup this season...Could develop into one of the top run-stopping interior linemen in Miami history...Has played in 19 games over two seasons, making two starts...Saw plenty of action as a true freshman in 2005, especially in. . . more

CAREER: Senior running back who was the starting tailback at the beginning of the 2006 season...Lost his starting job to Javarris James but still provides valuable contribution as a key reserve...Took over as the starter in 2005 when Tyrone Moss was injured in the eighth game...Cited by UM coaches. . . more

CAREER: Big-play sophomore who was the team's nickel back most of his true freshman season in 2006...Cover corner who has a nose for the ball...Talented athlete will compete for a starting job in 2007...Miami native who came in and beat out two other freshman recruits for playing time on. . . more

CAREER: Versatile lineman who can play both guard and offensive tackle on either side of the line...Proved to be extremely valuable in 2006, making six starts at both left tackle and right tackle...Fine pass protector with long arms...Liberal arts and sociology major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Had his best. . . more

CAREER: Versatile junior saw valuable playing time at tight end, H-back and fullback in 2006...Was moved to tight end during spring practice in 2005 after starting his UM career as a defensive end, then turned into an H-back and fullback in 2006...In two seasons has played in 21 games, with eight. . . more

CAREER: Talented reserve tailback and special teams performer...Elusive and quick runner who rushed for 109 yards against Florida A&M in 2006...Moved up to No. 2 tailback early in the 2005 season and spent most of 2006 as the team's No. 4 tailback...Did not see action as a freshman in 2004 and. . . more

CAREER: Talented defensive tackle who is ready to work his way into the starting lineup...Plays the pass very well from his interior position and is solid in run support...Suffered two injuries in 2005 that slowed his development before he rebounded in 2006...Rangy player has good mobility and. . . more

CAREER: Underrated senior linebacker who has been a steady member of the linebacking unit the last three seasons...Can play all three linebacker positions and is a fixture in the nickel defense and on special teams...In three years has made 109 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 12 QB. . . more

Highly touted offensive lineman with speed, quickness and great strength...Powerful player who can knock defensive linemen off the ball...Played tackle in high school but is projected as a center...His college coach says Gunn reminds him of Dave Rimington, who is also from Omaha...Attended the same. . . more

CAREER: Sophomore pass-rushing interior defensive lineman who played end and tackle in high school...Moved to defensive tackle on the college level...Relentless player who has shown exceptional agility and gets leverage against blockers...Sat out the 2004 season and enrolled at Miami in January. . . more

CAREER: Young offensive lineman with tons of upside...A diamond-in-the-rough who is seen by the coaching staff as a future starter on the offensive line...Has raw ability but has the physical abilities to be a fine collegiate lineman...Can play both tackle and guard...Redshirted as a freshman but. . . more

CAREER: Incredibly talented athlete who switched from tight end to defensive line midway through his freshman season, and is moving back to tight end this year...Is expected to compete for playing time this season...Highly recruited athlete originally signed with UM in 2005...Enrolled in January. . . more

CAREER: Experienced and intelligent player who has started 13 of 29 games played over the last three seasons...Tall and rangy player took over a starting role at middle linebacker late in the 2004 season but missed much of 2006 due to injuries...Unknown player as a true freshman in 2004 who came on. . . more

CAREER: Talented sophomore defensive back who proved to be a solid special teams player and reserve defensive back as a true freshman in 2006...Versatile defender can play both cornerback and safety...Raw talent with great physical ability...Undeclared major. 2006 (FRESHMAN): Played in 12 games as. . . more

Versatile offensive lineman who has tremendous upside...Sleeper is very athletic with good feet...His high school team won back-to-back state championships when he was a sophomore and junior, and the team lost in the first round of the playoffs in 2006, finishing with a 5-6 record...Started as a. . . more

CAREER: Extremely versatile player who can play any position along the offensive line...Highly touted recruit came to Miami as a guard and pushed strong for the starting center job in 2005, then ended the year as the backup right tackle...Was redshirted as a freshman in 2004, saw action in six. . . more

CAREER: Versatile unsung reserve who is a standout on special teams and is a fixture in the goal-line and short-yardage defense...Tough defender has played in 34 games over the last three seasons and started the 2006 regular-season finale...Started his UM career as a linebacker as a redshirt. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on placekicker who is the son of team physician Dr. John Uribe...Biology major. 2006 (FRESHMAN): Competed in a tryout in the summer and earned a role as a non-scholarship placekicker, working on the scout team all season. HIGH SCHOOL: Played soccer for four seasons...Three-year. . . more

Biography CAREER: Huge senior offensive lineman who started at left guard in 2006...Fine run blocker who can be a standout as a pulling guard or on trap plays...Has played in 32 games, with 14 starts...Can also play offensive tackle...Graduated in December 2006 with a degree in psychology and is. . . more

CAREER: Junior walk-on who joined the team in time for spring practice in 2006...Attended Scottsdale (Ariz.) CC...In 2004 was the backup quarterback on the No. 5-ranked team in the country that finished with a 9-2 record...Sports administration major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Practiced as a member of the. . . more

CAREER: Former high school star hockey player walked-on to the football team in fall 2005 as a wide receiver...Enrolled at UM and discovered there was no ice hockey...He was interested in participating in athletics, and football was his first choice...Has played soccer, basketball, ice and roller. . . more

Biography CAREER: Tall and talented reserve cornerback who has played in 10 games over the last three years, mostly on special teams...Highly recruited athlete suffered a torn ACL in his right knee and missed the entire 2005 season...Received a medical redshirt...Played in three games as a freshman. . . more

CAREER: Big run-plugging defensive tackle who hails from the same high school as former UM All-American Ed Reed...Redshirted as a freshman in 2006 but is expected to push for playing time this year...Former basketball player with quick moves...A force in the middle who can be an impact pass. . . more

CAREER: Non-scholarship player who never played football until trying out at Miami...Motion pictures major. 2006 (FRESHMAN): Did not play, practicing as a member of the scout team...Tried out in August during training camp. HIGH SCHOOL: School did not have a football team until after he. . . more

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One of the best two-way linemen in the nation in 2006...Dominating interior defensive lineman who was recruited by nearly every major school...Is a true force in the middle of the line...Explosive athlete with tremendous strength but is also quick off the ball...Very athletic for his size...Can. . . more

CAREER: Talented reserve offensive lineman who has played in 26 games over the past three seasons...Can play both guard and tackle...Solid blocker, with great size, quick feet, impressive strength and a good attitude...Excellent blocker in run support and pass protection...Graduated in May 2007. . . more

Biography Rising talent who could be a real sleeper...Fast and tough player who has been compared by his high school coach to USC's Dwayne Jarrett...Aggressive as a receiver...Exceptional athlete who played just one season at Simpsonville, appearing in just four games because of broken. . . more

CAREER: Non-scholarship defensive back who impressed the coaching staff with his work in spring practice...Biology major. 2006 (FRESHMAN): Did not see any playing action, practicing as a member of the scout team. HIGH SCHOOL: Star player who was selected to the South Bend All-Area team and won. . . more

CAREER: Former star soccer player who transferred to UM after two years at Florida State (one playing football)...Will compete with Matt Bosher for jobs as both the punter and placekicker this season...Was a walk-on punter at FSU in 2004 and did not play sports in 2005...Worked with renowned. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on kicker in 2004 who served as the backup punter behind Brian Monroe for three seasons...Can handle punting duties and kickoffs...Finance major. 2006 (JUNIOR): Played in one game, serving as the holder for placekicks late in the game. 2005 (SOPHOMORE):Did not see any game. . . more

CAREER: Rangy young reserve linebacker who was redshirted as a freshman in 2005 and played in six games as a true freshman in 2006...Standout on special teams...Graduated high school early and enrolled at UM for spring semester 2005...Quick and versatile player who was a year ahead of his class. . . more

All-around athlete who can play any secondary position and also return kicks. Hard-nosed player who graduated in December and enrolled at UM in January. Cover cornerback with intelligence. Can also return punts and kickoffs...As a senior in 2006, played quarterback and passed for 1,324 yards and 10. . . more

CAREER: Intelligent and talented linebacker who is a mainstay on special teams...Has played in seven games in each of his first two seasons for 14 games total...Called a tackling machine as a linebacker in high school...English major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Played in seven games, all on special. . . more

CAREER: Backup fullback and special teams player...Walk-on who joined the team in 2006 spring practice...Transfer from Florida International was a redshirt at Central Florida in 2003...Finance major. 2006 (JUNIOR): Reserve fullback played in one game, seeing action on special teams at. . . more

CAREER: Talented developmental athlete who is being groomed at wide receiver...Sleeper who was redshirted as a freshman in 2006 and spent most of the season rehabbing a torn ACL...Psychology major. 2006 (REDSHIRT): Did not play as a redshirt freshman...Suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. . . more

CAREER: Junior running back...Impressed UM coaches in spring practice in 2005 when he got a chance to play with other players out with injuries and showed his abilities...Versatile all-around athlete who could play running back, defensive back or receiver...Liberal arts and criminology major. 2006. . . more

CAREER: A non-scholarship player who has been a reserve placekicker the last three seasons...Redshirted as a true freshman in 2003...Has a strong and accurate leg, as well as excellent work ethic in the weight room and conditioning drills...Graduated in May 2007 with a degree in sports. . . more

CAREER: Enormous offensive lineman who has unlimited potential and fine athleticism for a player his size...Nicknamed "The Bahamian Giant" and "Big Bahama"...Played just two years of high school football in the U.S. after moving from the Bahamas...Biggest player on the team both height and. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on reserve quarterback...Miami native who works with the scout teams...Entrepreneurship major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Walked-on the team in the summer and was considered the team's No. 5 quarterback...Did not see any action. HIGH SCHOOL: Played quarterback and free safety...Selected. . . more

The brother of Hurricanes star defensive end Calais Campbell...Has two other older brothers who have played D-1 football and another in junior college...Talented two-way player in high school...Physical player who has very good instincts and has been compared to a Ronnie Lott-type of safety...As a. . . more

CAREER: Bruising fullback who has tailback skills and is competing for a starting role this year...Talented athlete can run, catch and block...Redshirted as a freshman in 2005 and played in three games in 2006...Has great size and quickness to create mismatches with a defense...Has been compared to. . . more

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CAREER: Versatile athlete who switched from defensive back to wide receiver in summer 2006...A non-scholarship athlete who played his way onto the depth chart at strong safety in 2004...One of the fastest players on the team...Has shown excellent work ethic in the weight room and practice. . . more

CAREER: Hard-working player who can play a variety of positions...Moved back to center during spring practice but can also play guard, H-back and fullback...Has been the team's long snapper for punts the last two seasons and can snap for placekicks...Moved from the offensive line to H-back/fullback. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on guard who joined the team in 2004 but has not seen any playing time...Motion pictures major. 2006 (JUNIOR):Did not play, practicing with the scout team all season. 2005 (SOPHOMORE): Did not see any game action, but practiced as a member of the scout team. 2004 (FRESHMAN): Did not. . . more

CAREER: Non-scholarship quarterback who heads into his third season as a reserve...Entrepreneurship major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Reserve who did not play...Spent the season as the team's No. 4 quarterback. 2005 (FRESHMAN): Walk-on who practiced with the scout team but did not see any game action. HIGH. . . more

CAREER: A big and fast receiver who moved into the rotation in 2006...Has seen action in 23 games with three starts over the last two years, making seven receptions...Played in all 12 games as a redshirt freshman in 2005, catching two passes, then caught five more passes in 11 games played in. . . more

CAREER: Talented, mobile and athletic quarterback who is competing with Kyle Wright for the starting job in 2007...Started the final four games of 2006 and led the team to two victories...Took over in the 10th game when Wright was injured...In two seasons, has completed 74 of 139 passes (53.2. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on player who joined the team during training camp after a tryout...Business management major. 2006 (SOPHOMORE): Did not play, practicing as a member of the scout team all season. HIGH SCHOOL: Career was plagued by injuries for his first two years (dislocated shoulder and. . . more

CAREER: Extremely talented runner who gets a chance this year to show his abilities...Native of Alaska was redshirted as a true freshman in 2006 but promises to contend for playing time...Played in Anchorage until moving to Tampa for his senior season of high school...Reminds some observers of a. . . more

CAREER: Highly regarded quarterback who can still be one of the great passers at Miami, but is competing with Kirby Freeman for the starting job in 2007...The nation's most highly recruited quarterback coming out of high school in 2003 had a very good season in 2005, his first as a starter...Has a. . . more

Biography Young defensive tackle who has yet to see any playing time...Redshirted as a freshman in 2005 and did not play in 2006...Widebody interior lineman who can clog the middle but also put pressure on opposing quarterbacks...Strong, agile and quick off the ball...Late developing player who is. . . more

CAREER: Walk-on student-athlete who was the team's No. 3 quarterback in 2006...Is the team's holder for placekicks, and gives some stability this year since he will be working with a new placekicker...Last year he won a preseason battle for the No. 3 quarterback job behind Kyle Wright and Kirby. . . more

CAREER: Tall and versatile sophomore who gained valuable experience blocking on the placekicking unit in 2006...Versatile player who can play center, guard or tackle...Will compete for more playing time this year, with hopes of moving into the starting lineup down the road...Smart, hard-working. . . more

Non-scholarship player who transferred from Solano Junior College after a very successful career at De La Salle High School, one of the premier prep football programs in the country (the same school as former Hurricanes star D.J. Williams)...Two-year starter at Solano J.C., where he had career. . . more

Biography CAREER: Talented snapper who has been the team's short snapper for extra points and field goals since early in the 2005 season...Can also snap for punts...Former high school lacrosse player was a walk-on during spring practice two years ago and impressed the coaches with his snapping. . . more

CAREER: Freshman walk-on who joined the team during spring practice in 2006...Chemistry major. 2006 (FRESHMAN): Did not play, practicing as a member of the scout team all season. HIGH SCHOOL: Played high school football for four years as a safety and wide receiver...Team captain...Coached by Nick. . . more