Breaking News: Miami hurricanes appoint Ray Lewis as their New coach

As of March 13, 2025, there is no official announcement regarding Ray Lewis being appointed as the head coach of the Miami Hurricanes football team. The current head coach is Mario Cristobal, who has been leading the team since December 2021. citeturn0search2

Ray Lewis, a University of Miami alumnus, is renowned for his illustrious football career. During his tenure with the Miami Hurricanes from 1993 to 1995, he earned first-team All-American and All-Big East honors. His exceptional performance led to his selection by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft. Over a 17-year career with the Ravens, Lewis became one of the most decorated linebackers in NFL history, earning two Defensive Player of the Year awards and a Super Bowl MVP. citeturn0search6

In recent years, Lewis has maintained a strong connection with the University of Miami. In 2017, he was inducted into the university’s Ring of Honor alongside other legends like Michael Irvin, Ed Reed, Warren Sapp, and Sean Taylor. citeturn0search4 Additionally, in 2020, Lewis expressed optimism about the direction of the Hurricanes under then-head coach Manny Diaz, highlighting a resurgence of the team’s “swagger.” citeturn0search0

While there is no current information about Ray Lewis taking on a coaching role with the Miami Hurricanes, the program has recently made notable additions to its coaching staff. In March 2025, the Hurricanes hired Damione Lewis, another former Miami standout, as the defensive tackles coach. Damione Lewis brings valuable experience from his previous coaching stint at Colorado and is expected to complement the existing defensive line coach, Jason Taylor. citeturn0search1

The Miami Hurricanes continue to build on their rich football legacy, with alumni like Ray Lewis playing pivotal roles in both the program’s history and its ongoing narrative.