Virginia Football Defensive Position Battles To Watch

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Chico Bennett Jr. will be in the mix at the Bandit position for Virginia. ~ Photo courtesy of Jim Daves/Virginia Athletics Media Relations

Virginia football fall camp officially will start on Wednesday, and we have an idea as to what the offense is capable of. What held the Cavaliers back last season was the defense. With some returning faces, some youth, and new coaches, UVA is trying to shift the narrative.

New defensive coordinator John Rudzinski already started that work, but preseason practice will pick up the pace.

Let’s take a look at position battles that could shake up the defense.

What Will the Bandit Position Look Like For Virginia?

The Bandit position will be asked to do multiple jobs. Not only will these players be rushing off the edge, but they will be tasked with going back into coverage. With this new look, UVA’s defense could get consistent pressure and throw off opposing offenses. The question is who will be the main guy in that role?

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