DeChane Cameron (born c. 1969) is a former American football quarterback who played collegiately for the University of Miami Hurricanes and professionally in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He is best known for leading the Miami Hurricanes to an undefeated season and a national championship in 1991.
Early Life and College Career Cameron attended the University of Miami, where he became a prominent figure in their highly successful football program under coach Dennis Erickson. After redshirting, he served as a backup before earning the starting quarterback position.
- 1991 National Championship Season: Cameron's most notable achievement came in the 1991 season. As the starting quarterback, he led the Hurricanes to an undefeated 12-0 record, culminating in a Sugar Bowl victory over Alabama, which secured the consensus national championship for Miami. During that season, he completed 136 of 231 passes for 2,254 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. His leadership and ability to manage the game were crucial to the team's success, despite sharing some snaps with backup Gino Torretta.
Professional Career Following his successful college career, Cameron pursued a professional football career, primarily in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He spent time with several CFL teams, though he did not achieve the same level of prominence as in his college days. His CFL career included stints with teams such as the Sacramento Gold Miners.
Legacy DeChane Cameron is remembered in University of Miami football history as the quarterback who guided one of the program's most dominant teams to a national title. His performance in 1991 solidified his place in the pantheon of Miami Hurricanes quarterbacks.