Miami's Mark Fletcher Jr. Defies NFL Draft Rumors, Returns for 2026 Season
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Miami Hurricanes star running back Mark Fletcher Jr. stunned the college football world by announcing his decision to return for the 2026 season, just eight days before the team's College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against Ohio State. The junior, who has been weighing his options for the NFL draft, cited his love for the team, the organization, and the culture as the reasons behind his decision. Fletcher, who has been in remarkable form this season, rushed for a career-high 172 yards in Miami's 10-3 upset of Texas A&M in the first round of the playoffs. With 857 yards and 10 touchdowns already this season, he is just 22 yards away from becoming the 11th player in Miami history to reach 2,000 career rushing yards. The 22-year-old's impressive performance has seen him rise to No. 13 on the rushing-yardage list, just three yards ahead of NFL legend Frank Gore. Fletcher's return is a significant boost for the Hurricanes, who will be looking to make a deep run in the playoffs. When asked about his decision, Fletcher emphasized the importance of consistency, saying, 'I'm just doing my job to the best of my ability.' He also highlighted his focus on improving his second-level speed and blocking skills. With Fletcher back in the fold, Miami fans can look forward to more exciting performances from the talented running back. The team's chances of success in the 2026 season have just received a major boost, and college football fans will be eagerly watching to see how Fletcher and the Hurricanes fare in the playoffs.
