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Miami Locks In Coordinators Shannon Dawson and Corey Hetherman on Multi-Year Extensions

The extensions signal Miami’s push for stability during a quarterback transition.

Jan 17, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson talks to the media during media day for the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Miami Beach Convention Center. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that Miami reached new multi-year deals with offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson and defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman.
  • Dawson coordinated the nation’s No. 1 scoring and total offense in 2024 and tutored Cam Ward, who became the No. 1 overall draft pick.
  • In his first season, Hetherman led a defensive rise to No. 5 nationally in scoring defense from No. 70 the prior year.
  • The moves bolster continuity after recent departures of position coaches to NFL teams, including the Cardinals, Bills, and Chargers.
  • With Carson Beck entering the draft, Miami is expected to turn to Darian Mensah at quarterback in a familiar scheme.