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Miami adds transfer defensive back Omar Thornton from Boston College

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Miami adds transfer defensive back Omar Thornton from Boston College
Summary

The Miami Hurricanes have signed defensive back Omar Thornton, a transfer from Boston College. Thornton recorded 8 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 1 interception, and 4 forced fumbles in the 2025 season. He joins Miami to bolster their defensive lineup, succeeding Tampa Bay Buccaneers DB Keionte Scott. Scott's impact in Miami during the previous season included notable statistics such as 13 tackles for loss and 5 sacks. Thornton, a four-star recruit from American Heritage in Florida, will look to enhance Miami's defense as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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  • •Omar Thornton transferred to Miami from Boston College.
  • •In 2025, Thornton recorded 8 TFLs, 2 sacks, and 1 interception.
  • •Thornton was a four-star prospect and played at American Heritage.
  • •Keionte Scott had a strong season at Miami before moving to the NFL.
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  • 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Storm Cellar: Miami has found their new KEIONTE SCOTT in OMAR THORNTON
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Miami has found their new Keionte Scott in Omar Thornton. The Boston College transfer will be a huge addition for Miami

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