NCAA clears QB Tate Martell to play immediately for Hurricanes

CORAL GABLES, Fla. – The Miami Hurricanes and quarterback Tate Martell received good news from the NCAA Tuesday.

On the first day of Miami's spring practice, the NCAA cleared the Ohio State transfer to play immediately instead of sitting out a year.

Martell decided to join Miami this offseason after a coaching change at Ohio State. He has three years of eligibility remaining.

"We would like to thank the NCAA, as well as Ohio State University, for their assistance and support throughout the waiver process," Miami athletic director Blake James said. "We look forward to seeing Tate compete for the Hurricanes this season."

Martell is expected to compete with N'Kosi Perry and Jarren Williams for the starting quarterback job.

Miami opens against the Florida Gators on Aug. 24 in Orlando.