Demetrious Nicholson and the Hoos face a tough test with BYU in the opener.

The Virginia football team opens its season this weekend when it welcomes BYU to Scott Stadium. The game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. on ESPNU. What does the match-up have in store for the Cavaliers? TheSabre.com Editor Kris Wright provides a weekly “Watch List” so you know what wrinkles to expect from the opponent. Take a look.

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Under coach Bronco Mendenhall, BYU’s defense has been stout year in and year out. Last season, the Cougars ranked No. 3 in the nation in total defense by allowing just 266.1 yards per game. That’s part of a six-year trend that started in 2007 where BYU has ranked outside the top 30 in total defense just once (59th in 2008).

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