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Miami's Corey Hetherman Named Broyles Award Finalist

12/10/2025

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Corey Hetherman, Miami's defensive coordinator, has been named a finalist for the Broyles Award, with the ceremony scheduled for February 12-13, 2026, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
His leadership has transformed Miami's defense, which ranks sixth nationally in points allowed per game and first in the ACC.
Head coach Mario Cristobal praised Hetherman's communication and schematic understanding, noting significant improvements in tackling and block destruction.

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Corey Hetherman, Miami's defensive coordinator, has been named a finalist for the Broyles Award, with the ceremony scheduled for February 12-13, 2026, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
His leadership has transformed Miami's defense, which ranks sixth nationally in points allowed per game and first in the ACC.
Head coach Mario Cristobal praised Hetherman's communication and schematic understanding, noting significant improvements in tackling and block destruction.