Q&A With Zak Stair

Zak Stair is listed as the starter at left guard for UVa.

Throughout his career as a Cavalier, senior Zak Stair has faced a multitude of challenges, battled for playing time all over the offensive line, and filled a variety of positions in different capacities. Tackle, guard, center? He’s played them all, missing only the right guard slot along the way.

This year is no different, bringing another position switch and a whole new set of challenges. Following Brandon Albert’s departure to the NFL, Stair was moved to left guard and perhaps his biggest challenge yet – replacing a first round draft pick – is ahead.

Stair is one of the most versatile linemen in the program and has repeatedly been referred to by the coaching staff as a smart player. While he doesn’t have much experience at the left guard spot, Stair does have three years experience going up against the likes of Chris Long at practice.

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