By Jerry Ratcliffe

Tony Elliott
Photo: UVA Athletics

Virginia coach Tony Elliott makes no secrets about wanting to build his team from the inside out and rule the trenches on both sides of the line of scrimmage.

The Cavaliers might just have the most veteran offense line in Power 4 football heading into this season with the return of several multi-year starters in addition to a couple of players who missed last season with injuries.

It’s no wonder that former Tennessee running back Peyton Lewis felt great about transferring to Virginia when he took a look at the offensive line.

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