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Noah Vaughn runs the ball during the 2024 Virginia football game against SMU at Scott Stadium.

Four crucial matchups to watch for Virginia football in 2026

Xander Tilock

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2 Hours Ago

Virginia wins its fifth consecutive national championship.

Which UVA programs are closest to a national championship?

Xander Tilock

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19 Hours Ago

The Virginia Cavaliers charge onto the field, carrying the American flag.

Fourth of July: Virginia’s best victories in the other original states

Xander Tilock

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Jul 4, 2026

The Virginia Cavaliers take the field, donning helmets with a red, white and blue V-Sabre.

Red, White and Hoos: Virginia football and military academies

Xander Tilock

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Jul 4, 2026

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Sep 20, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers defensive tackle Jason Hammond (91) and Stanford Cardinal offensive lineman Fisher Anderson (74) attempt to recover a fumble by Cardinal quarterback Ben Gulbranson (15) during the fourth quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Virginia's defense can't afford to rest in 2026

Steve DeShazo

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Jul 3, 2026

The Cavaliers walk, arm-in-arm before the 2026 spring game.

Three things you can guarantee about UVA football in 2026

Xander Tilock

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Jul 2, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; NC State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) looks to pass against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Ranking the 5 best quarterbacks Virginia will face in the 2026 season

Matt Wilson

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Jul 2, 2026

Michigan defensive back Brandyn Hillman (6) celebrates a play against Michigan State during the first half at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Which Virginia football players could become fan favorites in 2026?

Steve DeShazo

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Jul 1, 2026

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Ranking Virginia football's 3 deepest position groups heading into 2026

Matt Wilson

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Jul 1, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott looks on during a timeout against the Missouri Tigers during the second quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

What's next for Virginia football recruiting after a red-hot June?

Matt Wilson

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Jun 30, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Beau Pribula (9) rolls out to pass during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Way-too-early ACC quarterback rankings heading into the 2026 season: Where is Beau Pribula?

Matt Wilson

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Jun 29, 2026

Virginia has won all of its home games in Scott Stadium just once this century, in 2019.

For Virginia football, defending home turf is the top job

Steve DeShazo

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Jun 29, 2026

Virginia sacks North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez (7) Oct. 25, 2025 at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.

TILOCK: Virginia’s chief rival should be North Carolina, not Virginia Tech

Xander Tilock

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Jun 28, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz chats with Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott before the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

Virginia football and new NCAA eligibility rules — what changes?

Xander Tilock

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Jun 28, 2026

Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Beau Pribula (7) drops back in spring practice.

Every EA Sports College Football 27 rating for the Virginia Cavaliers

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Jun 28, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers defensive back Donavon Platt (28) carries the flag onto the field prior to the game against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

High, low or just right: Virginia’s top ranked players in EA College Football 27

Xander Tilock

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Jun 27, 2026

Virginia Cavaliers center Drake Metcalf (60), center, and other players, hold up the Ash Verlander Champions Trophy after the game of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Jacksonville. Fla. Virginia defeated Missouri 13-7.

Virginia football is shooting for rare sustained success

Steve DeShazo

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Jun 27, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Cavaliers mascot reacts in the first half against the Duke Blue Devils during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Cavaliers get a commitment from 2027 WR Prospect Markus Lee

Steve DeShazo

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Jun 26, 2026

Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Beau Pribula (7) evades the pass rush from defensive end Matthew Fobbs-White (16) at Virginia's Spring Game at Scott Stadium April 18.

Two Most Likely Heisman Trophy Contenders For Virginia in 2026

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Jun 26, 2026

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