Interior Linemen Could Be Key In 2008

Zak Stair is one of the linemen up for increased playing time in 2008.

Most of the talk surrounding Virginia’s spring camp has been on whether Peter Lalich can step in and fill the shoes of quarterback Jameel Sewell , who left the team in January for academic reasons. But a more critical issue might be the trio of interior blockers that will be part of the offensive line charged with protecting Virginia’s quarterbacks in 2008.

With the return of all-conference candidates Will Barker and Eugene Monroe at the tackle spots, the Virginia offensive line looks pretty strong on the edge. The question this season is on the interior where the Cavaliers must replace center Jordy Lipsey and guards Branden Albert and Ian-Yates Cunningham .

According to Coach Al Groh these are not uncharted waters for the Hoos.

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