Miami, FL
Who is Rueben Bain Jr\ufeff? Miami Hurricanes draft prospect visits Bengals
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor at the NFL’s annual meetings
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor discussed a number of topics at the NFL’s annual meetings during the AFC head coach breakfast
2026 NFL draft prospects Jacob Rodriguez of Texas Tech and Rueben Bain Jr. of University of Miami visited the Cincinnati Bengals on April 10, according to NFL Network, along with fellow Miami Hurricanes edge Akheem Mesidor.
Nicknamed “Hurricane,” Bain is expected to be selected in the first round of the upcoming draft, and could be gone when the Bengals are scheduled to select at 10th overall.
Todd McShay has said he expects the Bengals to strongly consider Bain with the 10th pick. Yahoo! Sports’ Nate Tice has the Bengals taking Bain at No. 10.
“The Bengals go with the antithesis of their first-round selection from a year ago, trading the high-end tools and low-end production of Shemar Stewart with the top-end production and effort but lack of ideal length of Bain,” Tice wrote. “If Stewart taps into even a small portion of his talent and with Boye Mafe joining in free agency, the Bengals’ edge spots could be more impactful in a hurry and feel a lot different soon.”
What to know about Bain, who was a college teammate of Bengals offensive lineman Jalen Rivers for two seasons:
Bain played three seasons for the Hurricanes.
As a junior in 2025, Bain was named second-team Associated Press All-American, ACC defensive player of the year and first-team All-ACC.
Bain started all 16 games in his final season at Miami, recording 54 tackles and 15.5 tackles for loss with 9.5 sacks, an interception, a pass breakup and a forced fumble).
Bain earned the Ted Hendricks Award, given annually to college football’s top defensive end. He was a finalist for the Lott IMPACT Trophy, given to the nation’s top defender with Integrity, Maturity, Performance, Academics, Community, Tenacity.
As a sophomore in 2024, Bain was named honorable mention all-ACC. He started nine games, and missed four games because of an injury.
A freshman All-American, Bain was named third-team all-ACC and ACC defensive rookie of the year in his first season with the ‘Canes. He led the team that season with three forced fumbles, and tied for the team lead with 7.5 sacks.
Lance Zierlein’s NFL comparison for Bain is the Philadelphia Eagles’ Brandon Graham.
“Note taker, grudge holder and block destructor with a compact frame and defensive tackle play strength,” Zierlein wrote in Bain’s NFL.com draft profile. “Bain is ill-tempered with his take-ons, hitting blockers with heavy hand strikes. … Bain’s explosive power and toughness should translate, giving him a high floor as an NFL starter.”
Daniel Jeremiah compares Bain to former NFL linebacker Melvin Ingram.
A USA Today mock draft had Bain going ninth overall, to the Chiefs.
Interestingly, Bain visited Kansas City one day before his reported Cincinnati visit.
Bain has dismissed post-combine discussion of his arm length. At 30 7/8 inches, Bain’s arms are among the shortest in the class.
“I didn’t hear it until later in the year, but it kind of surprised me because I never heard it all my life,” Bain said at the combine. “I don’t give it the time of day, honestly.”
“Mike Tyson, he wasn’t the tallest guy, wasn’t the longest-limbed guy, but when you felt him, you felt him,” Bain told NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. “You kept your distance.”
Miami, FL
World Cup-inspired art exhibit transforms Miami’s Wynwood with interactive soccer experience
The world’s most popular sport is making its mark in Miami this summer — and not just inside the stadium.
As international soccer fans flock to South Florida for the FIFA Club World Cup, the Museum of Graffiti in Wynwood has unveiled “The Art of Futbol,” an interactive exhibition celebrating the connection between street art and the world’s game.
For years, Wynwood’s colorful murals have made the neighborhood one of Miami’s most recognizable cultural destinations. This summer, those artistic roots are being paired with soccer through an exhibit that invites visitors to do more than simply admire the artwork.
“You may not realize it at first, but graffiti and fútbol have a lot in common,” said David Harrah, an art consultant for the Museum of Graffiti. “Football is the sport of the world. It’s played all over the world and on the streets, really. Graffiti has that in its DNA as well. To have those two combined and elevate both makes a lot of sense.”
Harrah said the exhibition was designed to showcase the intersection of art, fashion and sports while creating a welcoming community space for visitors.
Guests can paint on an interactive mirrored wall, play custom foosball tables created by local Miami artists and even kick a soccer ball toward an interactive mural by local artist Tragic.
The exhibit has already attracted visitors from around the globe.
William Chavez, who traveled from Honduras for an Argentina match, said the museum became an unexpected highlight of his trip.
“We came from Honduras only visiting for the World Cup,” Chavez said. “I like the part where you kick the ball. Everything looks very good here. I like the place a lot, and the people are very friendly too.”
The Art of Futbol exhibit will remain on display through July 18, giving soccer fans and art lovers alike another way to experience the excitement surrounding the tournament in Miami.
Miami, FL
FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee lends a helping hand to people of Venezuela after deadly earthquakes
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee is lending a helping hand for the people of Venezuela in the wake of deadly back-to-back earthquakes at the end of June.
The committee joined CBS News Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) for the Hope 4 Venezuela relief campaign.
“I think we’ve exceeded more than $26,000 in individual donations up to this point,” FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee Chairman Rodney Barreto told CBS News Miami.
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee said it shares deep cultural and personal ties with Venezuela, with thousands of local families having roots, loved ones and communities directly impacted by the disaster.
“When we learned about the devastation in Venezuela, we knew we had to use this platform to help,’ said President and CEO of the FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee Alina T. Hudak.
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee said it sees the FIFA Fan Fest at Miami’s Bayfront Park as not only a celebration of the sport, but also an opportunity to serve the community.
“We have hundreds of thousands of people engaging with the Fan Festival, both in person and online,” Hudak continued. “If we can use that visibility to bring attention to an urgent humanitarian need, we have a responsibility to do that. This is about showing up for our neighbors when they need us most.”
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee said that as Miami continues to celebrate the World Cup, it’s continuing to demonstrate the power of community – standing together, supporting one another and leading with heart.
Miami, FL
Miami’s FIFA Fan Fest draws thousands to Bayfront Park to watch Team USA win World Cup match against Bosnia
Thousands of fans packed Bayfront Park in Miami for Fan Fest to watch Team USA advance in the World Cup, cheering through rain and celebrating the win together.
Despite a soggy start, the crowd stayed loud and energetic throughout the night.
“It’s been so fun! I mean I did have a little bit of a heart attack when we got red flagged but as long as we’re winning, it’s all good, it’s all good!” said Tania Rosales, a fan at the event.
Joe Martorana said the rain didn’t dampen the mood. “Oh it’s awesome man! I mean too bad it had to rain but everything looks great we’re having a great time,” he said.
Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
“It’s really blossomed in this country and especially South Florida, it’s amazing to see and it’s always fun to watch,” said Elisia Martorana.
Rosales said the sense of community stood out to her. “It’s so nice seeing everyone together treating each other with kindness, no matter what team wins whatever team loses, we’re still there to cheer each other on,” she said.
Fan Fest at Bayfront Park is free and open to the public through July 5.
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