The Miami Hurricanes have made a significant move in their 2026 recruiting class by securing a commitment from offensive tackle Joel Ervin, a 6-foot-6, 300-pound prospect from Fort Myers, Florida. Ervin, previously committed to Louisville, announced his decision to join the Hurricanes on March 29, 2025, stating, “I’m home. Shutting down my recruitment.” ([Canes Warning][1])
Ervin is considered a three-star recruit and is ranked as the No. 100 player in Florida and the No. 60 offensive tackle nationally. His commitment adds to Miami’s growing list of offensive line recruits for the 2026 class, which already includes four-star tackle Ben Congdon from Ohio and three-star lineman JJ Sparks. ([Canes Warning][1], [info360sports.com][2])
Miami’s emphasis on strengthening its offensive line is evident, with head coach Mario Cristobal and offensive line coach Alex Mirabal leading the charge. The Hurricanes aim to build a formidable offensive line that can compete at the highest levels of college football. Ervin’s commitment signifies the program’s continued efforts to recruit top-tier talent and develop future NFL prospects.([Canes Warning][3])
As Miami continues to build its 2026 recruiting class, the addition of Joel Ervin underscores the program’s commitment to fortifying its offensive line and positioning itself for success in the coming years.