Miami football rumors: Hurricanes linked to 2027 No. 1 OT recruit after he bails on Texas A&M commitment

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The Miami (FL) football team is trying to regroup after suffering their first loss of the season on Saturday. Miami is now working the recruiting trail. The Hurricanes are in the mix for a five-star offensive lineman.

Offensive tackle Mark Matthews is getting linked to Miami, per Rivals, after pulling his commitment from Texas A&M. Matthews had been offered by Miami before he decided to commit to the Aggies.

“The 6-foot-5, 300-pound offensive lineman is regarded as one of the premier offensive tackle prospects in the country. He is a consensus top five prospect in the nation, and the top offensive lineman in multiple industry rankings,” USA Today reported.

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Matthews is from the state of Florida. He has received offers from multiple power 4 programs, including Alabama and Colorado. Matthews is considered a prospect with plenty of NFL potential.

Miami will have plenty of competition for Matthews’ services. The offensive tackle is considered by many as the top offensive lineman available for the 2027 recruiting class. He is being praised for his versatility.

“A multi-year starter at left tackle for St. Thomas Aquinas, Matthews has drawn national attention for his combination of size, athleticism and pass-protection ability. So far this year, he’s anchored an offensive line that’s averaging 9.5 yards per carry,” USA Today reported.

Miami’s 2027 recruiting class is already considered by some to be the top group in the country. The addition of Matthews would certainly add yet another promising player to the group.

The Hurricanes just lost to Notre Dame on Saturday. It ended the team’s bid for an undefeated season in 2026. Miami is hoping to reach the College Football Playoff again in 2026, after making the national championship game in 2025.

Miami next plays Duke on Saturday.

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