Dontayvion Wicks
Virginia's Nick Johnson (6) and James Jackson (7) celebrate after the team's win over Georgia Tech in an NCAA college football game Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Armstrong just good enough in Virginia's win over Jackets

By George Henry Oct. 20, 2022 11:22 PM EDT

Georgia Tech linebacker Charlie Thomas (1) intercepts a pass intended for Pittsburgh tight end Karter Johnson (8) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Georgia Tech won 26-21. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Cavaliers, Jackets face off in matchup of low-scoring teams

By The Associated Press Oct. 19, 2022 03:34 PM EDT

Louisville's Brock Domann throws pass during an NCAA college football game against Virginia in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. (Mike Kropf/The Daily Progress via AP)
NASCAR Cup Series at Charlotte

Oct. 08, 2022 03:37 PM EDT

Virginia students cheer for their team during a game against Old Dominion in Charlottesville, Va., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (Mike Kropf/The Daily Progress via AP)
Virginia rallies in final minute to beat Old Dominion, 16-14

By Hank Kurz Jr. Sep. 17, 2022 06:03 PM EDT

Virginia's wide receiver Lavel Davis Jr.(1), left, runs the ball for a touchdown with Dontayvion Wicks(3) against Richmond during the first half of the NCAA college football game at University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Va., on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (Daniel Sangjib Min/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Davis Cup

Sep. 03, 2022 04:03 PM EDT

FILE - Virginia running back Mike Hollins takes a break during NCAA college football practice Wednesday Aug. 3, 2022, in Charlottesville, Va. Virginia starts their season against Richmond on Sept. 3. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)
New Virginia coach Tony Elliott building around talented QB

By Hank Kurz Jr. Aug. 17, 2022 06:18 PM EDT

Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett celebrates after their win against Wake Forest in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Pickett, No. 13 Pitt headline AP All-ACC honors for 2021

By Aaron Beard Dec. 06, 2021 11:40 AM EST

Virginia head coach Bronco Mendenhall, left, talks with Virginia Tech head coach J.C. Price prior to the start of an NCAA college football game Saturday Nov 27, 2021, in Charlottesville, Va. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Virginia Tech at Virginia 11/27/2021

Nov. 27, 2021 03:27 PM EST

Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) scrambles as BYU defensive lineman Atunaisa Mahe (62) is blocked during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/George Frey)
Allgeier's 5 TDs power No. 25 BYU past Virginia 66-49

By John Coon Oct. 31, 2021 02:17 AM EDT

Virginia Cavaliers head coach Bronco Mendenhall watches the game from the sidelines during the second half of a NCAA college football game against Miami, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
No. 25 BYU takes on former coach Bronco Mendenhall, Virginia

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 04:38 PM EDT

Virginia head coach Bronco Mendenhall reacts to a play against Georgia Techduring an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, in Charlottesville, Va. (Andrew Shurtleff/The Daily Progress via AP)
Armstrong's six TDs lift Virginia past Yellow Jackets, 48-40

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 23, 2021 11:52 PM EDT

Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) scrambles out of the pocket during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Duke at Scott Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Charlottesville, Va. (AP Photo/Mike Caudill)
Yellow Jackets look to end losing streak vs surging Virginia

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 21, 2021 11:14 AM EDT

Duke quarterback Gunnar Holmberg (12) runs with the ball during the second quarter of the team's NCAA football game against Virginia on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Charlottesville, Va. (AP Photo/Mike Caudill)
Duke at Virginia 10/16/2021

Oct. 16, 2021 07:41 PM EDT

Armstrong, Cavaliers roll over hapless Duke, 48-0

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 16, 2021 04:02 PM EDT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Brennan Armstrong threw for two first-half touchdowns and ran for another and Virginia scored on all six possessions before...

Virginia Cavaliers head coach Bronco Mendenhall watches the game from the sidelines during the second half of a NCAA college football game against Miami, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Virginia back home, looks to mirror its fortunes on the road

By Hank Kurz Jr. Oct. 14, 2021 06:07 PM EDT

Virginia Cavaliers running back Mike Hollins (7) runs ahead of Miami Hurricanes safety James Williams for a touchdown during the first half of a NCAA college football game, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Virginia escapes at Miami, hanging on to win 30-28

By Tim Reynolds Sep. 30, 2021 11:27 PM EDT

Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Jahfari Harvey (12) sacks Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) during the first half of a NCAA college football game, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Virginia at Miami (FL) 9/30/2021

Sep. 30, 2021 08:35 PM EDT

Virginia running back Mike Hollins (7) runs the ball against Wake Forest during an NCAA college football game Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, in Charlottesville, Va. (Erin Edgerton/The Daily Progress via AP)
Hartman, Demon Deacons easily handle Virginia, 37-17

By Hank Kurz Jr. Sep. 24, 2021 10:55 PM EDT

North Carolina defensive back Don Chapman (2) and teammates tackle Virginia running back Mike Hollins (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Howell, Chandler, Downs help No. 21 UNC beat Virginia 59-39

By Aaron Beard Sep. 18, 2021 11:23 PM EDT

North Carolina coach Mack Brown, left, and Virginia coach Bronco Mendenhall speak prior to an NCAA college football game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Virginia at North Carolina 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 08:03 PM EDT