The Rundown Take
Three straight weeks. That's how long the Miami Hurricanes have been ranked No. 1 in the AP poll, and U Talk wants to know if you think the voters got it right. In this quick new episode, LMJ steps in front of the camera to start a conversation the whole Canes fan base will have an opinion on: are the 'Canes really the best team in the country?
This episode also kicks off something new for U Talk. LMJ says the show is putting out so much content that it's adding a new kind of segment. These aren't just game breakdowns. They're conversations about everything around the game. The AP poll is the first topic, and it's a good one to start with.
The timing makes it interesting. Miami kept the top spot right after a close, close game against North Carolina. That's the kind of result that makes people argue. One side says a win is a win and an unbeaten team at No. 1 has earned it. The other side says a close call against North Carolina should have voters asking questions. LMJ puts the question to you instead of answering it for you.
LMJ pulls up the newly released AP rankings on screen so you can see them for yourself. Miami is at No. 1. Georgia is right behind at No. 2, Utah is at No. 3 and UCLA is at No. 5. The big takeaway: the country's last three unbeaten teams are all in the top five. So Miami isn't just holding the top spot. It's one of the last few teams still perfect, and there isn't much room to slip.
LMJ is upfront about what this video is. It's short at 4:43. It's not a lecture. It's a quick check on what the fan base thinks, meant to get Hurricanes fans and fans of other teams talking. If you've argued about the rankings in a group chat, at work or in the comments, this one is for you.
Why watch? If you're a Canes fan, this is your chance to weigh in while Miami sits at No. 1. If you think the 'Canes are overrated after the North Carolina game, here's your chance to say so. If you think the poll got it exactly right, back your team. Either way, it's an easy watch, under five minutes, and it marks the start of a new conversation series on U Talk.
So here's the question one more time: did the AP get it right? Watch the episode, see the rankings and leave your take in the comments. The U is No. 1 for a third straight week. Tell us if they deserve it.
The Facts
- Episode: DO YOU AGREE WITH THE CANES #1 RANKING?
- Aired: 2026-11-02 · Runtime: 4:43