Max Buchanan is Miami’s rising mauler at guard, built to bully and move
Buchanan arrived at Miami as a four-star interior offensive line prospect and immediately flashed the athletic, aggressive style that fits the Hurricanes’ line culture. In his debut collegiate season, he appeared in five games as a reserve, and spring buzz in 2026 has pointed to a real step forward, with multiple reports labeling him a breakout candidate and noting competition for a starting guard role. Why care? He’s the kind of big, nasty, quick-footed lineman who can upgrade both pass protection and run game physicality — a strong fit for a team that wants tone-setting trench play.
