Miami Hurricanes Reach Seven NFL Draft Selections, Highest Since 2017

The Miami Hurricanes had their most successful NFL Draft since 2017, with seven players selected in the 2025 draft, tying them for sixth-most among all college programs. Quarterback Cam Ward headlined the group, becoming the first Miami player selected No. 1 overall since 1991, after a record-setting season and earning Heisman finalist honors. Tight end Elijah Arroyo was chosen 50th overall by the Seattle Seahawks following a breakout, injury-free year, while offensive lineman Jalen Rivers, linebacker Francisco Mauigoa, edge rusher Tyler Baron, kicker Andres Borregales, and running back Damien Martinez rounded out Miami's draftees. The Hurricanes' strong draft performance underscores head coach Mario Cristobal's success in upgrading the team's talent and signals a return to national prominence, as Miami also led the ACC in draft picks. Several Miami players, such as Mauigoa, are already projected as potential high picks for the 2026 NFL Draft, suggesting continued success. Miami's result places them alongside football powerhouses like Alabama, LSU, Florida, and Michigan, and highlights the program’s growing pipeline to the NFL.