Football


Virginia’s Jelani Woods earns invite to NFL Combine

Virginia tight end Jelani Woods made such an impression on pro scouts during Shrine Bowl week that it earned him an invitation to the NFL Combine, March 1-7 in Indianapolis.


Driving to the Beach with Virginia Football’s Chris Slade

“The Jerry Ratcliffe Show” with Chris Graham welcomes all-time Virginia Football great Chris Slade, who talks with the guys about his first few weeks on the staff with new UVA football coach Tony Elliott.


Elliott announces additional coaching staff responsibilities

Fralin Family Head Football Coach Tony Elliott announced today additional titles and responsibilities for several members of his coaching staff.


Tony Elliott getting to know his assistant coaches

They say you really don’t get to know someone until you travel with them, and Virginia coach Tony Elliott is finding out all the peccadilloes of his staff as they make whistlestop recruiting visits around the region.


Elliott gets warm reception from state’s coaches

The first time Tony Elliott went recruiting taught him a valuable lesson that he’s never forgotten.


Bronco’s ranch is up for sale, signaling that he’s moving on

Exactly two months ago, Bronco Mendenhall told us that he needed to pause and figure out the next chapter in his life. It appears that the former Virginia football coach has figured things out.


Podcast: Which assistant coach does Tony Elliott not let drive?

“The Jerry Ratcliffe Show” welcomes Chris Graham to talk UVA football recruiting and the UVA hoops team as the ‘Hoos prepare to face ACC leader Miami.


Virginia Football adds 10 signees to 2022 recruiting class

Virginia football coach Tony Elliott announced Wednesday the addition of 10 student-athletes to National Letters of Intent or Grants in Aid for the 2022-2023 academic school year.


Elliott has covered the bases in whirlwind of transition

Tony Elliott’s head usually doesn’t hit the pillow until after midnight now that he has transitioned from assistant coach to head coach. The first 51 days of his evolution have been a whirlwind for Virginia’s new boss man.


Another offensive lineman commits to Virginia, amounting to eight new ones

Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong must be feeling pretty good these days about teammates having his back for the 2022 football season.


Nick Jackson signs with Hook Sports Marketing

Virginia football student-athlete Nick Jackson has signed a representation agreement with Hook Sports Marketing, a Charlottesville-based firm.


2022 Virginia Football schedule unveiled

The Atlantic Coast Conference released the 2022 football schedules today (Jan. 31). Virginia will open the season on Sept. 3 against Richmond as part of a 12-game slate.


Podcast: Tony Elliott presser wrap, UVA-Boston College preview

“The Jerry Ratcliffe Show” welcomes Chris Graham as the guys discuss Tony Elliott’s Monday press conference, and then turn their attention to Tuesday’s Virginia-Boston College ACC hoops showdown.


Podcast: Coach TJ on the job, UVA-Notre Dame hoops preview

“The Jerry Ratcliffe Show” welcomes Chris Graham, and the guys talk about UVA Football recruiting, and preview the Virginia-Notre Dame hoops clash on Saturday night.


Dartmouth transfer Flores latest to join crowded Virginia O-Line room

The latest UVA offensive line commitment is John Paul Flores, a 6-foot-5, 300-pound left tackle, a two-year transfer starter from Dartmouth. Flores, a second-team All-Ivy League lineman, has two years of eligibility remaining.


Virginia beats out BYU, Miami for massive Utah O-lineman ‘Snoop’ Amaama

When Tapuvae “Snoop” Amaama announced Wednesday night that he had committed to Virginia after an in-home visit from Tujague and new Cavalier head coach Tony Elliott, the O-Line position room suddenly swelled to 15.


Scattershooting: Chris Mack, Notre Dame, football recruiting and quick hitters …

Scattershooting around the ACC, while saying so long to Chris Mack. We hardly knew ya…


Virginia in the mix for dynamic All-MAC pass rusher

Virginia has entered the recruiting battle for Miami (Ohio) defensive end Kam Butler, who entered the transfer portal after starting three years for the RedHawks.


Virginia gains yet another O-Line commit from Fort Lauderdale center

Virginia’s football commitment spree continued Tuesday when 3-star center Dawson Alters of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., decommitted from Vanderbilt and committed to the Cavaliers.


Virginia places six on ACC All-Academic Football Team

Six Virginia football student-athletes were recognized as members of the 2021 Atlantic Coast Conference All-Academic Team.