Miami Favored to Win ACC in 2026

Miami enters the 2026 season as the ACC's heavy favorite after an impressive 13-3 campaign that included a run to the National Championship Game. The Hurricanes' roster looks strong with key players returning, including quarterback Darian Mensah who transferred from Duke and Malachi Toney, who finished fifth in the country in receiving yards as a true freshman.

Duke won the ACC in 2025 despite finishing 9-5, but Miami's odds of -140 make them the clear frontrunners. SMU follows at +650, with Louisville at +850 and Clemson at +1400. Miami will look to build on their breakout season under Mario Cristobal and capture their first ACC championship since 2017. noplasticplease.life