Cristobal rebuilt Miami football — now he wants the 2026 title

Mario Cristobal silenced his doubters by guiding the Miami Hurricanes to a lengthy College Football Playoff run in 2025, restoring the programme to elite status. The head coach now has his sights set on winning the national championship in 2026, believing the team is ready for the final step. Miami is widely regarded as a genuine title contender for the first time in years.