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Miami DE Akheem Mesidor To Wear Elbow Brace In Title Game, Says D Line Ready to Pressure Heisman QB Fernando Mendoza
- Mesidor will play in the title game with a custom elbow brace to guard the injured elbow.
- Miami intends to pressure Mendoza and force him to make mistakes by stopping the run on early downs.
- Mesidor credits defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman for the team’s recent improvements.
- Mesidor says the team remains 1-0 focused and downplays the moment as the game nears.
- Mesidor highlights the 2026 jersey patch as a reminder of the moment for the players.
- Mesidor emphasizes stopping the run on early downs to force third downs and unleash the pass rush.
- Mesidor describes the title game as a culmination of a long journey spanning multiple programs.
- Mesidor credits Cristobal’s leadership for keeping the team focused despite distractions.
- Mesidor notes the home-field advantage and Greentree practice as beneficial ahead of the title game.
- Mesidor highlights the hall-of-fame figures like Ray Lewis and Michael Irvin as mentors, while noting the team remains the 2025 Miami Hurricanes.
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