Miami's offensive line coach Alex Mirabal continues to shine as one of the best in the country, even when he is questioned about where players are lining up on the offensive line.The Miami Hurricanes' offensive line is one of the newer groups the program has in the middle of the fall camp, but they have worked well on bringing the talent together. It starts with shuffling everyone around to understand where everyone is needed to play and keep it close. Now the Canes' offensive line brings in four new starters and one returning player. With the leadership of Mirabal and Mario Cristobal, the Hurricanes should have one of the top groups in the country again halfway through the season.Jackson CantwellNixa High School offensive tackle Jackson Cantwell, the No. 1 ranked high school football recruit for the class of 2026, takes the stage before announcing he will attend Miami to play football during a ceremony on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectThe prize position of the Miami Hurricanes this offseason out of the 2026 recruiting class prepares for his first season as another projected freshman starter. The last player to do it was Francis Mauigoa who went on to be a first round pick in this past years draft. However, for Cantwell, the goals is to play him everywhere so the best five can be on the field at all time. He has all the upside and has been going into the fire with the best since last season, and it has helped his growth moving forward. Samson OkunlolaJan 16, 2026; Miami Beach, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Samson Okunlola (63) arrives at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectArgueably, the most important piece to this puzzle for the Hurricanes is the former five-star tackle. Okunlola and Cantwell are battling it out for the left tackle position this season, but with some of the most experience in the group, he will be one of the key leaders up front. He played at key points during the Canes' National Championship appearance, appearing in 16 games and starting against Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, which also helped build the team's confidence for this season.Ryan Rodriguez Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Ryan Rodriguez (76) against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectOne of the oldest players on the roster and one of the key players who has built the trust of others around him in the locker room. Rodriguez is one of two remaining players from the Manny Diaz era, and now he is the projected starting center heading into this season. It is a position that he takes a lot of pride in along with his coaches who believe in him. “I think we’re really gelling," Rodriguez said. "A lot of reps, a lot of different looks, a lot of chemistry. Obviously, you’ve got to go through different looks, different practices, different periods, situations, and we’ve got some young guys, so they’ve got to experience a lot of things, but everyone’s stepping up to the plate. Everybody’s hungry to learn, and we’re all excited to keep getting better.”Matthew McCoyJan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Matthew McCoy (78) against the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectAnother key starter and rotational player entering this season comes from McCoy. The 6-foot-6 giant played key moments during the playoffs last season alongside Okunlola but was consistently on the field more. The redshirt senior started 15 of the 16 games the Hurricanes played, seeing the fifth -most snaps among offensive linemen. Moreover, this is a chance for him to solidify himself as a strong draft pick after this season, a role that most saw him projected for when he committed to the Hurricanes. Max BuchananJan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Max Buchanan (66) against the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectAs a freshman last season, Buchanan saw the field in fives games but made the most out of his opportunity. Moreover, this season he is battling it out with another player who would round out the starting five this season. However, don't be shocked if he is rotated in and out like others above him have been during their time at Miami. Rotational DepthFort Myers High School football player Joel Ervin signed to play at University of Miami on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. He is hugged by former coach, Sammy Sirriani Jr. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectBen Congdon, Jaden Wilkerson, Jamal Meriweather, Joel Ervin, and SJ AlofaituliThe rest of the Hurricanes' depth at o-line continues to be blue-chip prospects waiting for their turn. Furthermore, because of the question marks on who is going to be where, any one of these players can make that jump. Congdon and Buchanan will battle it out for the right side at either guard or tackle, while the rest look to take some time over others at center or guard. Full 2026 Miami Hurricanes Position Preview:Miami Hurricanes on SI will keep an updated position preview until fall camp starts in August.QuarterbacksCornerbacksRunning BacksSafetyLinebackers Wide ReceiversFollow all social media platforms to stay up to date with everything Miami Hurricanes-related: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and BlueSky.Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow