A few months ago, the Miami Hurricanes defensive line was being discussed in the same conversations as those of elite college football programs around the country. Georgia, Clemson, Alabama and Pittsburgh have all created defensive juggernauts in recent years and heading into the 2020 season, Miami’s defensive line has been praised for its to strong transfer acquisitions, signings, and homegrown development.
However, with defensive end phenom Gregory Rousseau opting out of the season, there is plenty of skepticism surrounding how Miami will be able to compensate for the loss of the ACC’s leader in sacks and tackles for loss in 2019.