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Virginia football will host seven home games in the 2026 season, including the Aug. 29 season opener with NC State. The game was originally scheduled to be played in Brazil.

Virginia's Matchup With NC State Will Stay At Week Zero Despite Relocation

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Nov 1, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Virginia Cavaliers linebacker Kam Robinson (5) reacts after sacking California Golden Bears quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele (not pictured) during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Way-too-early Virginia Football 2026 opponent preview: A California dream, tested at Scott Stadium

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Tennessee running back Peyton Lewis (2) moves the ball while guarded by New Mexico State safety Armahn Hale (2) during an NCAA college football game on November 15, 2025, in Knoxville, Tenn.

Five players who could put Virginia over the top in 2026

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Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott during the fourth quarter against the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

3 rising stars on Virginia football's coaching staff entering the 2026 season

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Jun 22, 2026

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Quarterback Chandler Morris (4), tight end Sage Ennis (0), linebacker James Jackson (1) and defensive lineman Jahmeer Carter (90), Virginia's captains, approach Missouri at midfield for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl coin toss, Dec. 27, 2025.

Constructing a Virginia football All-Star team in the Tony Elliott era

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Jun 22, 2026

Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) attempts to evade the Maryland pass rush Sept. 14, 2024 at Scott Stadium.

Five Future Non-Conference Opponents Virginia football should schedule

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Jun 21, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Daniel Kaelin (10) is sacked by Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive lineman Dallas Afalava (52) to fumble the ball for an overturn during the first half at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Way-too-early UVA 2026 opponent preview: Penultimate road trip to Wake Forest on Halloween

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Jun 20, 2026

Will Bettridge locks his eyes between the uprights.

One-on-one with Virginia Cavaliers Kicker Will Bettridge

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Jun 20, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Virginia Cavaliers win is shown on the scoreboard after defeating the Missouri Tigers at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

Three reasons to be optimistic about Virginia's 2027 football recruiting class

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Jun 20, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) is tackled while running the ball on a fourth down by Virginia Cavaliers safety Ethan Minter (30) and Cavaliers safety Devin Neal (27) in the first quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Virginia Football gets new projected win total — Over/Under prediction plus confidence level

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Jun 20, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, N.C.; Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard (20) runs the ball while defended by Virginia Cavaliers safety Devin Neal Jr. (27) during the second half during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Way-too-early 2026 opponent preview: Virginia and Duke, primetime 10 months in the making

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Jun 19, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott looks on from the field prior to the game against the William & Mary Tribe at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

3-star CB Sa Rex commits to Virginia, spurns Penn State and Northwestern

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Jun 19, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2), running back Sedrick Alexander (28) and offensive lineman Jordan White (53) celebrate a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images

Virginia, Vanderbilt announce future two-game football series

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Jun 19, 2026

Nov 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Virginia Cavaliers cornerback Jam Jackson (9) and safety Corey Thomas Jr. (right) celebrate an interception by Thomas against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The overlooked position group that could define Virginia's defense in 2026

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Jun 19, 2026

Will Bettridge salutes the home crowd after taking down Washington State.

Will Bettridge, Ted Lasso and the embodiment of a Virginia football player

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Jun 19, 2026

Belton-Honea Path (BHP) (12-1) took on Mountain View Prep (12-0) in the South Carolina High School AAA semifinal at Hillcrest High School on Dec. 6, 2024. Belton-Honea Path won the game 30-22. Belton-Honea Path High sophomore Tajeh Watson-Martin (5) with the ball.

UVA football is officially trending for two 2027 wide receiver targets

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Jun 18, 2026

Belton-Honea Path High junior Tajeh Watson-Martin (5) runs for a touchdown near Westside High senior Jacob Lewis (11) during the second quarter at Belton-Honea Path High in Honea Path, S.C. Friday September 12, 2025. Belton-Honea Path High won 42-6, improving to 4-0.

Three Star WR Prospect Tajeh Watson is Virginia's latest 2027 football commitment

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Jun 18, 2026

Running back Solomon Beebe (28) runs the ball as linebacker Myles Brown (13) defends at Virginia's Spring Game, April 16.

June tier rankings and projections for 2026 ACC football: Virginia should contend

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Jun 18, 2026

Notes and observations from the first week of Virginia football fall camp practices, including quotes from UVA head coach Tony Elliott and offensive coordinator Des Kitchings.

3 reasons why Virginia can beat the ACC’s best teams (again) in 2026

Matt Wilson

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Jun 18, 2026

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