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Carson Beck has officially entered his Miami era, but not without controversy. The former Georgia quarterback, who transferred to the Hurricanes this offseason, is still working his way back from a torn UCL in his throwing arm-a setback that ended his final season with the Bulldogs just before the College Football Playoff.
Miami clearly believes in the 23-year-old. The school offered a reported $4 million NIL package to lure Beck to Coral Gables, hoping he can fill the void left by Cam Ward, now bound for the NFL. But this week, that investment drew fresh scrutiny.
The quarterback posted a short clip on Instagram showing him throwing again for the first time since surgery. The video-just a single -was enough to send social media into a frenzy. Some fans saw promise. Others saw a red flag.
Social Media Reacts: "Where's the Zip?" vs. "Progress Is Progress"
Within hours, the comment sections filled up. "Not much velocity on that," one wrote. Another added, "Still looks like he's favoring the arm." Skepticism spread fast, especially considering Miami didn't let Beck participate in its spring game and he's yet to throw in a team setting.
But not all the was negative. Others praised Beck for sharing his progress and staying transparent about his rehab. "He's on track, and that's what matters," one fan posted. Head coach Mario Cristobal tried to cool the debate earlier this week, telling The Athletic, "He's ahead of schedule, and we expect him to be ready."
Beck had options this offseason-including staying at Georgia-but instead chose a fresh start and a clear path to QB1. Of course, that path also comes with pressure. Miami's opener is against Notre Dame, and fans aren't exactly known for their patience.
The Hurricanes are betting big that Beck can return to form. At Georgia, he flashed elite traits, leading the SEC in ing yards and posting a 13-1 record in 2023. But his final season saw a dip in production and a career-high in interceptions. The injury only added more questions to a resume that was once sparkling.
For now, there's no real answer-just one throw, a few seconds of footage, and a fanbase split between cautious optimism and worry. Beck has three months to change that narrative. Whether the arm holds up or not, Miami's gamble is officially underway.