The reports connecting Diaz to Temple broke on Monday night. Diaz oversaw the Miami defense that led the nation in tackles for loss and pass defense and finished second in total defense this season. Diaz is arguably as essential to the success of the Miami football program in the future as Head Coach Mark Richt is.
The timing of Diaz’s decision could also impact the future of the Miami football program. The early signing date for National Letters of Intent is December 19. With eight days remaining until the early National Signing Day, losing Diaz would be a big blow to what is a good group of commits on the defensive side of the ball for Miami.