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Hurricanes offensive line ready for ‘big test’ vs. Alabama after becoming more athletic, bigger

The Miami Hurricanes didn’t need to make significant external additions to their offensive line to feel like the unit improved.

They simply needed to get healthier and make a few internal changes not only with the hopes a bigger and more athletic offensive line would give the rushing attack a boost after last season’s inconsistent outings, but also give UM a better chance of winning the line-of-scrimmage battle against Alabama’s front seven on Saturday.

“We’ve got the guys all really in their best positions,” offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee said. “Looking back last year, [with the run game] that’s where we struggled with, internally.