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Locked On Canes - Daily Podcast On Miami Hurricanes Football & Basketball

Locked On Podcast Network, Alex Donno
Miami Hurricanes
Darian Mensah
College Football Playoff
Transfer Portal
Mario Cristobal
Indiana Hoosiers
Ole Miss Rebels
Carson Beck
Ohio State Buckeyes
NCAA
ACC Football
Malachi Toney
Texas A&M
Duke University
ACC
Fiesta Bowl
National Championship
Jackson Cantwell
Mark Matthews
Recruiting

Locked On Canes podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Miami Hurricanes. Hosted by Alex Donno, the Locked On Canes podcast provides your daily Hurricanes fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Miami Hurricanes and the “U”. From the thunde... more

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ACC football recruiting faces a shock as North Carolina stalls under Bill Belichick—no four-star recruits and uncertainty swirling around the program’s direction. Is Belichick’s NFL pedigree enough, or are systemic issues holding the Tar Heels back f... more

Miami Hurricanes surge into national spotlight as Mario Cristobal earns a top-10 head coach ranking and Miami secures a preseason top-7 spot. Can Miami’s bold roster upgrades and recruiting wins signal a new college football powerhouse in the making?... more

Miami Hurricanes ramp up recruiting drama as Mario Cristobal sets sights on flipping top prospects like five-star edge rusher Jaiden Bryant (LSU commit) and Ohio State commit D.J. Jacobs. Can Miami outmaneuver SEC powerhouses for elite talent while h... more

Miami Hurricanes baseball face a daunting road to Omaha, starting with a high-stakes Gainesville Regional showdown. Can the Canes conquer the Florida Gators and overcome a tough bracket featuring Troy, Rider, and a resurgent UF squad loaded with MLB ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Ariz
Miami Hurricanes analyst with media and player representation experience
Miami Hurricanes coverage, former sports agent
Episode: MONEY TALK: Miami Hurricanes Pursue Eli Woodard, Await A.J. Randle, and DOMINATE Recruiting?
EJ Holland
Covers Miami Recruiting for Rivals On3 at CaneSport.com
Rivals On3 / CaneSport
Episode: INSIDER: Miami Hurricanes Work On Additional BLUE CHIP Recruiting Battles After Massive FLIPS
Anthony Hamlet
Dr. Anthony Hamlet, aka Hambone
Palm Beach County School Board candidate
Episode: CULTURE SHIFT: Miami Hurricanes HUNGER for 2026 - Mario Cristobal Details Roster Accountability
Jake Crain
Host of Crain & Cone; analyst on transfer portal and play callers
Crain & Cone, On 3 Sports
Episode: CURSE OR BLESSING: Miami Hurricanes Face High Expectations, Will Darian Mensah LEAD Them Higher?
Don Solinger
Legendary former Miami Hurricanes running backs coach
University of Miami
Episode: SURGE: Miami Hurricanes Backfield ELEVATES—Mark Fletcher, Jordan Lyle Spotlighted as ELITE
Jim Gries
Co-host of Locked On Canes post-casts and Dolphins post-casts
Locked On Canes / CZs post-casts
Episode: REVEALED: Anti-Miami Hurricanes BIAS Rocked NFL Draft—Why Did Rueben Bain Jr. DROP?
Booker Pickett Sr.
Former Miami Hurricane, father of Booker Pickett Jr. and Canon Pickett
Miami Hurricanes
Episode: UNVEILED: Mario Cristobal SECURES Elite Family Line – Pickett Dynasty RISES At The U?
Sean Tatum
Four-star interior offensive lineman from John Carroll High School (Fort Pierce, FL)
University of Miami
Episode: BREAKING: Miami Hurricanes Beat Florida & Tennessee To Land 4-Star IOL SEAN TATUM!
Mountaineer Paul
Mountaineer Paul, Locked On West Virginia host
West Virginia University / Locked On West Virginia
Episode: UPDATE: Alex Donno’s Depth Chart FLAWED? Jordan Lyle and J.J. Dunnigan SNUBBED?—Fans OUTRAGED!

Host

Alex Donno
Host of the Hurricanes-focused daily show, known for objective analysis, deep knowledge of Hurricanes history and current program.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 595 ratings
  • Coaching wish list!

    Pleeeeease promote JT to d coordinator and bring in Pat Sartain to coach DB’s!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Go Canes!!!
    United States3 months ago
  • Best information on my U

    Thank you kindly for working so hard to deliver breaking news immediately Alex. Your episodes are loaded with stats and educated criticism/praise based on facts! I highly recommend this podcast to anyone that is looking for a “complete” and accurate breakdown on our Canes. Ohhhhh C A N E S …. CANES!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiamiPiper
    United States7 months ago
  • 3-5 stars depending who is doing the show

    When Alex Donno runs this show, 5 stars easily. However, after game nights, his substitute is horrible. Can't even listen to him. There is no educated analysis and he just keeps saying the same lame things over and over

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    HershelJ
    United States8 months ago
  • RIP

    And God bless Charlie Kirk. Rest in peace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StevefromMiami
    United States9 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Thanks for bringing it all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DevildogET
    United States9 months ago

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Guests and hosts are repeatedly commended for candid, informed commentary and loyalty to Canes fans.
Fans call Alex Donno a must-listen who delivers on recruiting and game-day insights.
Audience appreciates daily updates and on-the-ground reporting, with strong feedback on show consistency and production quality.
Listeners praise timely, in-depth Canes coverage with data-driven analysis.

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#118
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#210
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Apple Podcasts
#86
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#47
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#50
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#202
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INSIDER: Miami Hurricanes Work On Additional BLUE CHIP Recruiting Battles After Massive FLIPS
Q: What happened to Donte Wright and Ai'King Hall in the recent recruiting cycles?
Donte Wright flipped from Oregon to Miami thanks to a combination of elite talent, strong relationships (especially with Will Harris and Mario Cristobal), and Miami allocating resources to land an elite corner. Ai'King Hall also flipped from Oregon, aided by similar relationship-building and recruitment strategy, though the process had surprise elements in timing.
CULTURE SHIFT: Miami Hurricanes HUNGER for 2026 - Mario Cristobal Details Roster Accountability
Q: What has to happen this year for the Hurricanes to get over the hump and reach a championship-level performance?
Key elements include translating elite quarterback play into consistent championship-level performances, dominating the trenches on both offense and defense, maintaining and leveraging defensive identity, and ensuring depth provides continuous competition and resilience. There is also emphasis on finishing games, avoiding fourth-quarter lulls, and sustaining recruiting momentum to translate into wins.
ALL-IN: Miami Hurricanes PUSH for Ezekiel Ayangbile as Hayden Lowe’s Progress IMPRESSES Fans
Q: What is the status of the Ezekiel Ayangbile recruitment?
The host suggests that all signs point toward Ayangbile choosing Miami today, likely donning the Miami hat during the Rivals YouTube announcement, though previous pivots have created some caution.
EVOLUTION: Miami Hurricanes Must DOMINATE—Mario Cristobal’s In-Game Progress & New Era Culture
Q: What part of Mario Cristobal's coaching do you think he needs to improve on for the upcoming 2026 season?
We see improvement across in-game decision making, end-game management, and accountability, but the coaches acknowledge that continued growth, greater consistency in closing out games, and maintaining elite levels of execution are essential to convert potential into championships.
BOLD: Kirk Herbstreit NAMES Miami Hurricanes as National Title Frontrunners, Stuns College Football
Q: Besides Notre Dame, which games do you think could be trap games for Miami this season?
Wake Forest on a Friday night was raised as a potential trap, but overall the hosts see tough ACC matchups as likely tough tests, including Clemson at Death Valley and Notre Dame, with cautious optimism about Miami's ability to handle travel and time zone changes.

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The show centers on Miami Hurricanes coverage, with a strong emphasis on recruiting, NIL narratives, and roster dynamics. Episodes frequently feature insider analysis, long-form interviews, and practical takes on visit norms, dollar-driven recruiting optics, and spring-ball takeaways, often anchored by veteran insiders and former players. A notable strength is the combination of deep industry knowledge, on-the-ground reporting, and a candor about how recruiting momentum, coaching changes, and media narratives shape the program's trajectory. The format routinely blends analysis with sponsor reads and guest insights, making it a go-to for listeners who want immediate, opinionated coverage of the Hurricanes' current and future rosters and perf... more

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