Miami’s offensive line has been pushing opponents’ defensive lines out of the way.

The No. 4 Hurricanes (3-0) currently rank 11th in Pro Football Focus’ run-blocking grade, forcing defenses out of the way when they want to run the ball. They will try to continue doing that when they face Florida (1-2) at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday.

“The physicality of the game and the ability to take over the game and really impose our will running football,” offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson said. “They’ve done a great job.”

Right tackle Francis Mauigoa has been Miami’s top-rated offensive lineman through three games, leading UM’s linemen with an 81.4 offensive grade from PFF and an 83.8 run-blocking grade. He also has the second-best marks for pass blocking (77.7).

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