UVa hopes that Mikell Simpson plays like he did during 2007’s 9-win season.

When you look at the running back position on Virginia’s roster, you’ll find plenty of familiar names. Mikell Simpson and Rashawn Jackson , for example, have been filling roles on the offense for the past two seasons or more. Torrey Mack and Keith Payne , meanwhile, created a steady buzz on the recruiting trail. Regardless of which name you pick, however, UVa’s running backs have a lot of promising skills and the potential to be a key element in this season’s offense.

Running backs coach Wayne Lineburg thinks his group’s versatility should be a big asset in 2009.

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