Cam Ward has gone to the top of the 2025 QB class. Gone are the days when teams were looking at Shedeur Sanders before Cam. A potential top 5 pick, Mario Cristobal’s QB1 during the 2024 season literally carried the team on his shoulders. While the Miami Hurricanes failed to enter the playoffs, it didn’t affect Ward’s stock. And why would it? It’s not a joke to amass over 4300+ passing yards and 39 TDs during the course of a season. Just a semi-competitive defense, and Miami could have won it all. That’s how good Ward is.It’s one thing to be good; it’s another to know that you’re good. A belief in thy self, a sort of confidence that your detractors can mistake for arrogance. So, it wasn’t surprising when Cam Ward declared to NFL teams. “If you don’t draft me, that’s your fault! You’ve got to remember you’re the same team that’s got to play me for the rest of my career, and I’ll remember that.”The statement raised feathers, with some NFL vets like Cam Newton advising Cam to refrain from some pronouncements. I mean, if his career takes off, people may deem it a Mamba mentality. However, at the same time, it can also chase him all his career. Just last year, we had 2024 No. 1 pick Caleb Williams make similar pronouncements, even texting his Punter that his services won’t be needed that much. As we all saw, the Bears needed their Punter a lot. However, not everyone was against what Cam Ward said. Who’d understand his QB better than Cristobal.Miami coach Mario Cristobal shared his thoughts on Cam Ward, describing him as an “alpha” with tons of energy and enthusiasm. “He’s the right kind of alpha where yeah, he’ll light up the place, but he’ll also galvanize everybody around him,” Cristobal said.NCAA, College League, USA Football: Miami at Syracuse Nov 30, 2024 Syracuse, New York, USA Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward 1 drops back to pass against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Syracuse JMA Wireless Dome New York USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xRichxBarnesx 20241130_gma_ai8_0199Cristobal attributed the team’s success to the hard work of the players and the program’s focus on development. “We’ve been working really hard to bring Miami back to where it’s supposed to be, and we’re getting there,” he said in a recent episode of ESPN College Football Youtube Channel. With 10 combine invites this year, it’s clear that the Miami football program is on the rise. Cristobal is excited about the future, especially with players like Carson Beck, who will be the team’s quarterback next year.As we look ahead to the future of Miami football, another key storyline is emerging.Cam Ward’s combine conundrum: will he participate?As the NFL Scouting Combine approaches, all eyes are on top prospects like Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward. Ward is widely considered one of the best available players in this year’s draft, and many predict he’ll be selected first overall. With a stellar college career under his belt, including a remarkable season with the Hurricanes in 2025, Ward has already proven himself as an elite signal-caller. His impressive stats—305 completions on 454 passes (67.2%) for 4313 yards, 39 touchdowns, and just seven picks—make a strong case for him to go first in the draft.But will Ward participate in the physical components of the combine, or will he opt out like some of his fellow top prospects, including Shedeur Sanders? A strong performance at the combine could be just what Ward needs to separate himself from the pack and solidify his position as the top pick. With experts split on who will go first—Ward, Sanders, or Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter – the combine could be a crucial factor in determining the draft order.The post NFL Gets Clear Message from Cam Ward’s Former Head Coach After Miami Star’s Ambiguous Combine Call appeared first on EssentiallySports.