Joe Williams is back. Stephen Phelan impressed us last season as he played more minutes than any other defensive back. At linebacker, Virginia has always had great one s leave, and better one s step in. This season should not be a disappointment with Wali Rainer, Jami h Rainer, Dillon Taylor, and Shannon Taylor. There are many top freshman that could be asked to fill in as well.
Defensive line is a question mark, but there are a few veterans to lead the way.
Tony Dingle is a monster on the line, and Maurice Anderson has much experience. If the younger players can follow their lead, than the defensive line will make plays. The depth and aggressive play at the linebacker position will make up for the line's inexperience. It is impossible for these pre-season publications to predict Virginia s standing, since they only rely on surface material to make their judgements. Let us hope that the Virginia football team takes this as an insult and an inspiration to set their sights on a new level of achievement, and shut down the views of the skeptics.