Mike London and the Hoos had plenty to celebrate in the season-opening win.

Winning a season opener is a wonderful feeling as all of a sudden, hope becomes reality in “maybe we can do it” kind of way. But before we get ahead of ourselves – way, way ahead of ourselves – let’s focus on a solid win versus a solid team and just appreciate that. Fortunately, there is much to appreciate as “10 Things I Learned” kicks off for 2011.

1. 40-3. When the last game against an opponent ended with a 26-14 score, with UVa on the losing side of that score, you have to enjoy 40-3. Yes, perhaps you would have enjoyed 40-0 just a little bit more … but 40-3 against a very, very good FCS opponent will do. Yes, it will do very nicely.

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