They say when it rains, it pours. But down in Coral Gables, it ain’t just raining—it’s a full-blown storm of talent flooding into Mario Cristobal’s house. The Hurricanes’ head coach just might’ve pulled off the biggest flex of this transfer portal cycle, landing not one, not two, but THREE game-changing prospects in a span of days. And while folks were still catching their breath from that news, Cristobal threw another wrench into the mix—a juicy update on his new golden boy, Carson Beck. Let’s just say things are heating up in South Florida.

So here’s the scoop. First up—David Stone, the former five-star behemoth from Oklahoma, hits the transfer portal like a wrecking ball. Stone’s name alone has folks in Coral Gables foaming at the mouth. Why? Because Miami has been on his radar since his IMG Academy days. This ain’t no rebound fling either—Stone called the Canes a “family favorite” back in 2023. And now, with Miami looking a little thin on the D-line, Stone’s entry into the portal might just be divine timing. At 6’3″, 313 pounds, with SEC-ready size and a chip on his shoulder, Stone is the type of player who can make an offense rethink its entire game plan. Sure, he only played 88 snaps last year, but he’s been grinding. Oklahoma’s HC Brent Venables literally said he was their most improved DT this offseason. That’s not small talk.

Then, like clockwork, Cristobal’s second jackpot pops up—Kansas State’s Noah King, a four-star freshman safety who’s already packing his bags for a visit to The U this Monday. King hasn’t even touched a college field yet, but his tape? Certified fire. This DB’s got sixth-sense vision, hips like a corner, and hits like a linebacker. He was the 26th-ranked corner in the 2025 class, and you know what that means? He’s still moldable. King entering the portal this early tells you one thing—he ain’t about waiting in line. And Miami? Cristobal knows how to build a secondary, and King might be the next one-up.

And just when you thought it was a wrap….third jackpot lands.

Boise State’s Braxton Fely, fresh off a dominant 2024 campaign, says he’s pulling up to Miami for a visit. Now, Fely isn’t just any old interior lineman. This man had 30 QB pressures last year, more than any DT in the Mountain West. Let that sink in. He’s 6’1″, 297 pounds of pure muscle and motor. All-Mountain West, all heart, and the type of player who makes offensive coordinators lose sleep. Coming out of high school, Fely was mad underrated. But after 1,200+ career snaps and a sack resume that’s screaming NFL potential, Cristobal sees the perfect fit. Fely already stopped by Cal, but the buzz says Miami’s still in the lead. And with Cristobal’s O-line roots, the Hurricanes feel like the perfect place for him to wreak havoc.

Mario Cristobal gives a major update on Carson Beck’s injury return

Now, while the fans were tripping over the triple win from the portal, Cristobal casually dropped another bombshell—Carson Beck is just about ready to roll. After missing spring ball due to elbow surgery, Beck’s return was up in the air for a minute. But guess what? Cristobal says the former Georgia QB is locked and loaded for player-led practices starting next week. “The good part is, as you know, our PLP – player-led practices [are] coming up,” he said. “He’s going to be fully cleared for all of those, so he will have the opportunity to have about 16 of those before we even head into fall camp.”

Translation? Beck’s been cooking mentally, soaking up the playbook, and now it’s time to unleash him. The Hurricanes didn’t bring him in to chill on the sideline—they brought him in to lead. And with the NIL bag secure and the rehab clocked in full, Beck could be back slinging the rock by Monday. Cristobal added, “The physical part begins on Monday, so we’re excited for that.”

Miami had a crazy 2024 season with Cam Ward. They literally had one of the best seasons since 2001. With Cam Ward off to the NFL, they needed a veteran QB with a good track record and some offensive pieces to keep that rhythm and momentum going. And now, with Beck nearly healthy and surrounded by a wave of incoming talent, the Canes might be sitting on something special.

Look, this portal game is wild. One day you’re losing talent, the next you’re hitting the lotto. But Cristobal? He’s been playing chess while others are stuck on checkers and tampers. The triple portal pull plus the Beck news ain’t just luck—it’s strategy, execution, and knowing when to strike. The U is up to something, hopefully a playoff run. And if you are not watching, you might miss the rebirth of a beast down in South Beach.