Miami star receiver Malachi Toney to have ankle surgery, out multiple weeks
The gist
Miami receiver Malachi Toney will have surgery on a high ankle sprain and miss multiple weeks.
His absence hits No. 1 Miami's offense and the Heisman race before Notre Dame.
How it unfolded
- Nov 4, 2026Toney rolled his ankle at Wednesday morning practice; Miami said he was undergoing further evaluation by the team's medical staff.
- Nov 4, 2026ESPN reported in the evening that Toney had a high ankle sprain requiring surgery, and USA TODAY Sports' John Brice confirmed he would miss an extended period.
- Nov 4, 2026On3's Pete Nakos and Brett McMurphy reported surgery this week, with McMurphy saying Thursday; the Hurricanes hoped to get him back by the postseason.
Key terms
- Heisman Trophy
- An annual award given since 1935 to the top player in American college football.
- receiving touchdowns
- An interception that is returned by the defending team into the opponent's end zone for a touchdown.
Source: Wikipedia