Coach Randy Shannon insists there will not be a quarterback controversy at Miami this season, but if not his words, his actions have the potential to lead to one.

As the Hurricanes began to put the final touches on preparations for their season opener against Charleston Southern, Shannon announced that redshirt freshman Robert Marve had won the starting job, but he wouldn't be playing in the first game.

Marve will serve a one-game suspension as the result of an incident last October in which he reportedly broke a car mirror and then briefly tried to elude police before stopping and giving himself up. He was charged with two misdemeanors.

Thus, freshman Jacory Harris will get the starting nod, and Cannon Smith, another newcomer, will be his backup for the one...

Shannon hopes suspensions not an issue for Miami (AP)
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:51:07 PDT-Miami coach Randy Shannon abhors distractions, which he loosely defines as any negative issue that can invade the psyche of his team. And his decision to suspend seven players, including starting quarterback Robert Marve, for Thursday's opener against Charleston Southern would seem to qualify as a distraction.

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Michael Cunningham: Hurricanes won't suffer for Shannon's poor timing
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Blackman Blaze football season preview
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Miller Lite Evokes Classic Positioning
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Tenn. LB Likes Three
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:18:43 GMT-Greg King, Scout.com three-star strongside linebacker from Memphis-Melrose, (Tenn.), has trimmed a list of schools to three including two out-of-state programs. King talked about the 2008 season and time-frame for a decision.

Are The Cardinals Finally Playoff Bound?
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:46:05 GMT-The Cardinals ended training camp with a full-fledged quarterback controversy and one very irritated Pro Bowl receiver. Despite that, the overall mood was optimistic because players and coaches are confident they have the talent to win and contend for a playoff spot. Most people know about the offensive talent.

Shannon talks about team
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:48:16 GMT-Head coach Randy Shannon sat down with the media and discussed his team's quarterback situation, opening in Dolphin Stadium, the receiver situation, injuries, and much more. Read on to see what he's saying.

Upperclassman Making Noise
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:46:08 GMT-In a series of topics that will be covered over the next few days leading up to Miami's season opener, the writers of CanesTime.com will be talking UM football. Our second topic is discussing which upperclassman will make some serious noise this season. We'd love to hear your answers as well, so please feel free to add your comments!

Recruiting Blog: 8/28
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:46:01 GMT-CanesTime.com's Mike Bakas takes a look at some hot recruiting topics of late and analyzes them. Read on for the details.