A year ago, the Miami Hurricanes landed a top-10 recruiting class that included several players who had the chance to make a significant impact shortly after their arrivals in Coral Gables.
On Wednesday, things were markedly different, with the Hurricanes — who struggled offensively during a 7-5 regular season and lost defensive coordinator Manny Diaz to Temple — signing just 14 players while watching several of their top targets choose other programs.
Here’s a look at where Miami’s 2019 recruiting class stands after the first day of the Early Signing Period.
IMPACT PLAYERS
Jeremiah Payton, 6-1, 186, WR, Neptune Beach/Fletcher: The top-rated recruit in Miami’s class, Payton is an Under Armour All-American and consensus four-star prospect who is rated the No.