In the offseason, Miami made one of the biggest moves in college football by securing former Georgia quarterback Carson Beck for a reported $4 million NIL deal. Beck, a Jacksonville native and former four-star recruit, brings a ton of experience to the Hurricanes as they aim to build upon their 10-3 season.
Beck's decision to transfer to Miami came after a notable tenure at Georgia, where he compiled a 24–3 record as a starter and threw for 7,912 yards and 58 touchdowns over his career. His 2024 season was cut short due to a UCL injury sustained during the SEC Championship game, leading him to reconsider his initial declaration for the NFL Draft and instead opt for another season to help his draft stock. The overall feeling around Beck was that while he had his good moments, there were too many question marks — 12 interceptions last season — for him to go to the NFL.
While Beck is looking to follow the path of No. 1 overall pick, and former one-year Miami transfer QB Cam Ward in 2025, concerns have been raised regarding his maturity and off-field conduct. Former Georgia quarterback Aaron Murray highlighted potential red flags in an interview with On3's The Hard Count. He cited instances of locker room disconnect and distractions stemming from social media activity and personal relationships. Murray emphasized the importance of focus and leadership from the QB, especially given Beck's role as a high-profile transfer and the expectations coming from a substantial NIL deal.
Beck was involved in public breakup and also had cars stolen from his home in the spring. Murray's concerns are valid but as the summer passes, the stories around Beck will become more football-related and the outside noise should fade.
Despite the off-field discussions, Beck has shown promising signs in his recovery from injury. Reports indicate that he has resumed throwing and is actively participating in team activities. Miami appears to be well-positioned for a run at an ACC Championship and a potential College Football Playoff berth.