Nearing the end of the 2016 CFB season, award lists have been coming out this week. On Wednesday, Miami Hurricanes Defensive Coordinator was announced as a nominee for the Broyles Award.
Diaz is one of 40 CFB assistants nominated for the prestigious award. You can see the entire list of nominees here.
A Miami native, Diaz has rejuvenated the Canes’ defense. Historically bad for years under the previous coaching staff and former DC Mark D’Onofrio, Miami has had an incredible turn around in just 10 months under Diaz.
Miami’s defense has better stats across the board this year, from yards allowed per game, to points allowed, to tackles for loss, to.