The latest injury news on a key Hurricanes player who’s been out nearly all season

Miami Herald · Jordan McPherson · 2026-11-02 20:53 UTC

Miami Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal gives the latest injury update on OJ Frederique Jr., who hasn’t played since UM’s season opener against Stanford.

Don’t expect OJ Frederique Jr. to return to the field for the top-ranked Miami Hurricanes any time soon.

Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal, speaking Monday ahead of Miami’s marquee game against the No. 4 Notre Dame Fighting Irish, said it will “still be a while” before Frederique returns to game action after getting hurt on the opening drive of Miami’s season opener against Stanford on Sept. 4.

“Still looking at the latter portion of the season and maybe beyond if we’re fortunate enough to extend our season,” Cristobal said.

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