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ESPN ranks five Miami Hurricanes among top 100 college football players

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ESPN ranks five Miami Hurricanes among top 100 college football players
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ESPN has included five former Miami Hurricanes players in its top 100 college football players list, celebrating the program's legacy. Noteworthy selections include Bryant McKinnie at #78, Warren Sapp at #76, Russell Maryland at #67, Ray Lewis at #52, and Micheal Irvin at #47. These players exemplify the talent that has come from Miami over the past 45 years. Each contributed significantly to the team's success, with multiple national championships and individual accolades highlighting their careers.

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  • •Bryant McKinnie ranks #78, crucial to Miami's national championship.
  • •Warren Sapp, at #76, dominated the defense in 1994.
  • •Russell Maryland, #67, helped Miami win two national titles.
  • •Ray Lewis, #52, set a school record with 160 tackles in 1995.
  • •Micheal Irvin, #47, holds the record for 26 touchdown catches.
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ESPN named five former Miami Hurricanes to its top 100 list, honoring the program's rich winning legacy.

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