By Jerry Ratcliffe

Photo Credit: UVA Athletics

There were a lot of knocks on Beau Pribula after his season at Missouri. Critics questioned his arm strength, his accuracy, his decision making because of interceptions, and said he was more of a running quarterback than a passer.

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Lots Of Luck Trying To Run The Football Against Virginia’s Defense

UVA has been difficult to run against for most of last season and two games into the ‘26 campaign, ranking No. 35 nationally in rush defense after two games.

Wahoos Face Another Dual-Threat QB In West Virginia’s Hawkins

Every week it seems Virginia is facing yet another mobile quarterback and this week is no different when the Cavaliers take on West Virginia in Charlotte on Saturday night (7:30, ACC Network).