Miami's Darian Mensah Lands ACC Preseason Player of the Year Honors
Summary
Darian Mensah, Miami Hurricanes' quarterback, was named the 2026 ACC Preseason Player of the Year. Last season, he led the ACC in passing yards and touchdowns while playing for Duke.Key Facts
- Darian Mensah started college at Tulane before playing for Duke last season.
- Mensah led the ACC with 3,973 passing yards and 34 passing touchdowns in 14 games.
- He was named the 2026 ACC Preseason Player of the Year.
- Mensah was also selected for the 2026 All-ACC Preseason Team along with several Miami teammates.
- Miami players honored include running back Mark Fletcher Jr., wide receiver Malachi Toney, offensive guard Samson Okunlola, defensive tackle Ahmad Moten Sr., linebacker Mohamed Toure, and safety Bryce Fitzgerald.
- Miami was picked as the favorite to win the ACC championship in 2026.
- In 2025, Miami reached the College Football Playoff national championship game and lost to Indiana.
- Miami’s 2026 season starts on September 4 against Stanford.
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