Miami has another early reason to stay locked in on Asher Ghioto.
The five-star edge rusher from Jacksonville Bolles shared a Miami-themed “Just Work” graphic on his Instagram Story this week, a small but clear nod to a program that has already made him a priority. For the Hurricanes, it was the latest sign that they’re firmly in the conversation for one of the top players in the 2028 class.
Ghioto has already spent time around Miami’s staff and, in particular, has built a strong relationship with defensive line coach Jason Taylor. That connection has helped keep the Hurricanes in the mix while the recruitment is still in its early stages and nearly every major program has gotten involved.
Miami got a spring visit from Ghioto, and he returned to Coral Gables in June for the Hurricanes’ annual Legends Camp.
At 6-foot-5 and 240 pounds, Ghioto brings the kind of size and production that makes him one of the most sought-after prospects in the country. Rivals ranks him as the No. 8 player nationally, the No. 2 edge rusher and the No. 3 player in Florida in the 2028 class. His Rivals Industry Ranking has him at No. 7 overall and No. 2 at the position.
The production backs up the hype. In his sophomore season in 2025, Ghioto piled up 84 tackles, 35 tackles for loss and 23 sacks in 15 games. He also forced a fumble, recovered a fumble and added an interception.
Miami also has a recent pitch that matters here: elite edge rushers can turn into first-round NFL talent in Coral Gables. Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor both just became first-round picks after their college careers.
Florida, Florida State, Miami, Notre Dame and several other schools are still involved. Rivals’ Recruiting Prediction Machine currently gives Florida the best odds, with Florida State next. But with this one still very early, there’s plenty of time for the picture to change.
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