The CBS Sports Power Rankings have Miami as one of the top five college football teams after their impressive performance in the first two weeks. They jumped seven spots in the rankings due to struggles from other top teams and their own strong showing. Miami’s defense has been excellent, and their offense, led by quarterback Cam Ward, has been one of the best in the country.

The Hurricanes have a favorable schedule for the rest of the season, with only a few ranked opponents. CBS Sports analyst Brandon Marcello is even higher on Miami than other major polls, praising Ward’s performance and predicting a successful season. Ward is currently a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy and has been a key factor in Miami’s early success.