Last week, the Virginia football team squeaked out a 13-12 overtime win against Wyoming. Certainly, Hoo fans would like a less stressful outcome this time around when Western Michigan comes to town. With that mind, should the Cavaliers expect a less competitive game from the visiting Broncos? Not really. WMU should be just as fiesty as the Cowboys last week. The Sabre begins a new preview approach with a look at special teams and match-ups to watch plus the absolutes and desirables.

Special Teams – Inside The Numbers

WMU – Opponent	Stat	UVA – Opponent
25.7-12.2	Kickoff returns	21.8-17.7
0-24.7	Punt returns	11.14-9.2
31.9-24.1	Avg. Start/Kickoff	23-20.2
39.9-34.7	Punting Avg.	41.4-40.1
30.3-31.3	Net punting	38.5-31.9

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