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Perkins-McCutcheon connection leads Rams over Chargers 29-22
Read full article: Perkins-McCutcheon connection leads Rams over Chargers 29-22Third-string quarterback Bryce Perkins threw a pair of touchdown passes to Lance McCutcheon and the Los Angeles Rams held off the Los Angeles Chargers 29-22 in a preseason game in which most of the starters for both teams did not play.
Jared Goff to start for Rams in Green Bay; Wolford inactive
Read full article: Jared Goff to start for Rams in Green Bay; Wolford inactiveThey're in complete accord this week, however: Goff is the best choice to lead the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs. Goff will start the Rams' postseason game at Green Bay on Saturday, while John Wolford will be inactive one week after incurring a neck injury, McVay announced Thursday. After Goff had surgery on his broken right thumb Dec. 28, Wolford got the Rams' last two starts โ even though Goff thought he was ready to play last week. McVay instead decided early in the week that Wolford would start, although he didn't announce his decision until shortly before kickoff. โI was extremely excited to have that chance in a big game up in Seattle,โ Wolford said.
McVay: Rams expect Aaron Donald to play vs Packers
Read full article: McVay: Rams expect Aaron Donald to play vs Packers(AP Photo/Scott Eklund)LOS ANGELES โ All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald is expected to play for the Rams on Saturday in Green Bay after injuring his ribs in Los Angeles' playoff victory at Seattle. McVay said he doesn't expect to name a starting quarterback this week for the Rams' showdown with the top-seeded Packers (12-4), preferring to wait until game day for the second straight week. Donald left the game and went to the locker room, but eventually returned to watch the Rams' win from the sideline. โWe'll be smart with him throughout the week,โ McVay said. Rams left guard David Edwards also left with Achilles tendinitis.
Jared Goff to miss Rams' season finale after thumb surgery
Read full article: Jared Goff to miss Rams' season finale after thumb surgeryLos Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)LOS ANGELES โ Jared Goff will miss the Los Angeles Rams' season finale against the Arizona Cardinals after undergoing surgery on his right thumb. Goff could return a week later if the Rams make the playoffs, coach Sean McVay said Monday night. Los Angeles will clinch a playoff spot with a victory, or if the Chicago Bears lose to Green Bay. Goff played the rest of the game with the injury, but had surgery to insert screws in his thumb on Monday.
Virginia defense ready to โhold the fortโ while offense re-tools
Read full article: Virginia defense ready to โhold the fortโ while offense re-toolsCharlottesville, VA. โ In 2019 Bryce Perkins served as the spark to the Cavaliers flame, a dynamic game changer for the offense. But the defense brought the heat as well, ranking third in the conference in sacks. Zane Zandier returns as one of the Cavaliers leaders having โbrought the boomโ in 2019 with a team leading 108 tackles. I learned a lot last year and had to come back and get a lot stronger and get ready for this season,โ Jackson says. The Cavaliers open the season at Lane Stadium when the take on the Virginia Tech Hokies for the Commonwealth Cup on September 19th at 7:30 p.m.
UVA prepares for QB transition from Perkins to Armstrong
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UVA prepares for QB transition from Perkins to Armstrong
Read full article: UVA prepares for QB transition from Perkins to ArmstrongCharlottesville, Va. โ Cavalier signal caller Bryce Perkins set the bar to all new heights for his heir apparent, re-writing the schoolโs record book. โBryce - I learned a lot," heir-apparent quarterback Brennan Armstrong said. The 6โฒ2โณ 220-pound redshirt sophomore Brennan Armstrong is a dual-threat lefty quarterback out of football rich state of Ohio. I think our team I think our team will see that eventually," Armstrong said. Armstrong appeared in 11 games over the past two seasons, but has three seasons of eligibility left--to try and reach the milestones Perkins left behind.
Hokies LB Ashby, CB Farley named to AP All-ACC team
Read full article: Hokies LB Ashby, CB Farley named to AP All-ACC teamRALEIGH, NC โ Third-ranked Clemson once again dominated the Associated Press All-Atlantic Coast Conference teams and individual awards released Tuesday. Led by unanimous selections Travis Etienne at running back and Isaiah Simmons at linebacker, eight Tigers made the first team. Clemson earned its fifth straight berth in the College Football Playoff a day after routing Virginia in the league title game. Etienne repeated as the offensive player of the year while Simmons was chosen as the defensive player of the year. Louisville coach Scott Satterfield is the coach of the year while North Carolina freshman quarterback Sam Howell is the newcomer of the year.
Perkins, Taulapapa lead Virginia past Georgia Tech, 33-28
Read full article: Perkins, Taulapapa lead Virginia past Georgia Tech, 33-28CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - Bryce Perkins loves that new playmakers are emerging for Virginia, making their best playmaker - Perkins himself - even more effective. The senior quarterback threw for one touchdown and ran for another as the Cavaliers shut down Georgia Tech after halftime in a 33-28 victory Saturday. Perkins hit Joe Reed for a 9-yard touchdown and scored on a 3-yard run, giving Virginia a 24-21 lead just before halftime. The Cavaliers touchdown came on a four-play drive that included a 43-yard run by Perkins from midfield. UP NEXTGeorgia Tech begins a three-game homestand to close the regular season against Virginia Tech next Saturday.
Perkins has 5 TDs, leads Virginia past North Carolina 38-31
Read full article: Perkins has 5 TDs, leads Virginia past North Carolina 38-31CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) - Bryce Perkins amassed 490 total yards and accounted for five touchdowns to help Virginia beat North Carolina 38-31 on Saturday night. The Tar Heels twice had a chance to tie the game late in the fourth quarter. Howell was 15 of 29 for 353 yards and four touchdowns for North Carolina (4-5, 3-3). North Carolina: It was another day at the office for the Tar Heels, who have played perhaps college football's most drama-filled season. North Carolina: The Tar Heels play at Pittsburgh, whom they've beaten six consecutive times, in a Thursday night game on Nov. 14.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Can Virginia solve road woes in 1st-place showdown?
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Can Virginia solve road woes in 1st-place showdown?Next up for the Cavaliers is a road game at North Carolina, which is tied with Virginia on top of the Coastal standings with 3-2 league records. If Virginia can solve its recent road woes and get this win, it will have tiebreakers over North Carolina and Pittsburgh, which is tied with Virginia Tech for third with 2-2 league records. This is only going to be the third meeting all-time between Virginia Tech and Notre Dame, with each team winning once. Franklin County stunned Lord Botetourt with 21 points in the second quarter and took a 21-19 lead into the fourth quarter before Lord Botetourt kicked a field goal to take a 22-21 lead. Lord Botetourt is now 8-0.
Perkins, defense lead Virginia in 48-14 rout of Duke
Read full article: Perkins, defense lead Virginia in 48-14 rout of DukeCHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - OCTOBER 19: Bryce Perkins #3 of the Virginia Cavaliers rushes away from Brandon Hill #32 of the Duke Blue Devils in the first half during a game at Scott Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Charlottesville, Virginia. Bryce Perkins ran for three touchdowns and Wayne Taulapapa ran for two as the Cavaliers rolled, 48-14, their fifth consecutive victory against the Blue Devils. It was the first time the Blue Devils crossed midfield all game. Virginia: The Cavaliers caught a break in the first half when Perkins dove over the pile for the end zone and fumbled. UP NEXTThe Blue Devils are on the road again, facing North Carolina on Saturday.
Miami holds off No. 20 Virginia 17-9 for 1st ACC win
Read full article: Miami holds off No. 20 Virginia 17-9 for 1st ACC winPat Bethel blocked a field goal for Miami and K.J. Brian Delaney made three field goals for the Cavaliers, who were looking for their first 3-0 ACC start since 2007. Virginia has managed only 12 points - all off field goals - in its last six quarters. Virginia got inside the Miami 30 on six separate possessions, and came away with only the three field goals. "What changed today is that the team that made the plays in the fourth quarter was the Miami Hurricanes," Diaz said.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Is Justin Fuente on hot seat after historic loss?
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Is Justin Fuente on hot seat after historic loss?Hot seat getting hotter for FuenteFor those curious, the figure to buy out Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente's contract is $15 million after this year and $12.5 million following the 2020 season. Those are becoming increasingly important numbers to grasp for a Virginia Tech fan base that has gotten more and more irate. The low point came on Friday, when the Hokies suffered a 45-10 loss at home to Duke, the worst home loss for Virginia Tech since 1974. Notre Dame registered eight sacks in the game, two of them being particularly harmful to Virginia. Two plays later, Notre Dame scored to take a 21-17 lead.
Sack-happy No. 10 Notre Dame beats No. 18 Virginia 35-20
Read full article: Sack-happy No. 10 Notre Dame beats No. 18 Virginia 35-20Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly, who challenged his team and coaches after the loss to the Bulldogs, liked what he saw. Thanks to the sacks, Notre Dame held Virginia to 4 yards rushing. Notre Dame: Virginia came into the game ranking No. Notre Dame did fumble the ball once as punt returner Chris Finke muffed one in the third quarter. With this 900th victory, Notre Dame is one of eight schools at the plateau, led by Michigan's 957.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Old Dominion nearly does it again
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Old Dominion nearly does it againBryce Perkins #3 of the Virginia Cavaliers scrambles away from Keion White #6 of the Old Dominion Monarchs. Old Dominion nearly pulls off another stunnerA year after a historic upset over Virginia Tech, Old Dominion nearly pulled off another shocker by winning at Virginia on Saturday. Still, it was another valiant performance by Old Dominion, which hopes to take the same energy it showed in Charlottesville into the start of Conference USA play against East Carolina on Saturday. Showdown set for VirginiaPerhaps one reason for Virginia's slow start against Old Dominion was that the Cavaliers were looking ahead to one of their biggest games in years. Long prep winning streak snappedIt was quite a run for the Roanoke Catholic football team, which had a 34-game winning streak heading into a game at unbeaten North Cross on Friday.
No. 25 Virginia barely hangs on, beats Seminoles 31-24
Read full article: No. 25 Virginia barely hangs on, beats Seminoles 31-2425 Cavaliers handed Florida State another gut-wrenching defeat. "Anyone that was in the stadium today witnessed an amazing football game," Virginia coach Bronco Mendenhall said. The Cavaliers (3-0, 2-0 ACC) stopped Florida State on the next three plays, and Bryce Perkins led Virginia down the field. With the game tied at 17, Blackman hit Tamorrion Terry for 17 yards on third-and-10 from the FSU 25, and the Seminoles went up-tempo. Florida State has been outscored 52-21 in the fourth quarter.
Perkins, Reed pace Virginia in rout of William & Mary, 52-17
Read full article: Perkins, Reed pace Virginia in rout of William & Mary, 52-17William & Mary (1-1) got its only points against Virginia's first team after recovering a muffed punt at the Cavaliers' 13 yard-line in the second quarter. "If there is a time to have those, now was the time," coach Bronco Mendenhall said of Perkins' miscues. The Cavaliers also scored on Nick Grant's 85-yard interception return and freshman Mike Hollins' 9-yard run on his first college attempt. MILESTONESThe game was the first for Virginia since they beat Duke 49-28 in 1989 that the Cavs did not have to punt. Virginia: The Cavaliers play the second of three consecutive home games, hosting Florida State.
Cavaliers ride Perkins, defense to 30-14 win over Pitt
Read full article: Cavaliers ride Perkins, defense to 30-14 win over PittBryce Perkins threw for 181 yards and two touchdowns and the Cavaliers took advantage of a series of Pittsburgh miscues in a 30-14 victory on Saturday night. Perkins also ran for 44 yards and Virginia's defense knocked around Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett, who had an uneven night operating new offensive coordinator Mark Whipple's more pass-heavy attack for the first time. Pitt never came close to getting back in it, not with Pickett under heavy duress on nearly every snap. THE TAKEAWAYVirginia: The defense - and not Perkins - might be the biggest reason for optimism in Charlottesville. Pitt: The Panthers hired Whipple to reinvigorate a passing game that was one of the least effective in the FBS last season.
AP releases first Top 25 football poll, UVA receives more votes than Virginia Tech
Read full article: AP releases first Top 25 football poll, UVA receives more votes than Virginia TechQuarterback Bryce Perkins #3 of the Virginia Cavaliers carries the ball against the Virginia Tech Hokies in the second half at Lane Stadium on November 23, 2018 in Blacksburg, Virginia. Atop the list are the Clemson Tigers, who neither UVA or Virginia Tech has to play in the regular season. UVA received 44 votes, while Virginia Tech received 12. 25, received 141 votes. Click here to view the full Top 25 poll.
Virginia Cavaliers ready to meet expectations in 2019
Read full article: Virginia Cavaliers ready to meet expectations in 2019ROANOKE, Va. - The Virginia Cavaliers have been moving in an upward trajectory under fourth-year coach Bronco Mendenhall, and there's lots of excitement and high expectations for the Cavaliers in 2019 -- and for good reason. Even with just a few practices under their belts, the Cavaliers attitude and confidence are in alignment. "Our team is confident and our attitude is, I think, really positive and our leadership has emerged," said Mendenhall. Virginia opens the season on the road at Pittsburgh on Aug. 31. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
UVA after Coastal championship, Tech regrouping after shaky 2018
Read full article: UVA after Coastal championship, Tech regrouping after shaky 2018CHARLOTTE, Va. - Day two of the ACC Kickoff showcased the seven Coastal Division teams on Thursday. Virginia finished 8-5 last season but the catch is they're the only team in the Coastal who has never won a division championship. We have as good of a chance as anyone on our side of the division to win this league." "Everybody believes that we can win the Coastal, and everybody should think that. "Thats the biggest thing for us and thats something weve drilled all offseason."
UVA gets redemption over Richmond in season opener
Read full article: UVA gets redemption over Richmond in season openerUsing a pick six and a field goal, Richmond grabbed a 10-7 advantage with 6:26 left to play in the first quarter. UVA totaled 520 yards on offense, with 333 rushing yards. UVA quarterback Bryce Perkins (Queen Creek, Arizona) threw for 181 yards and had 104 yards rushing with two passing and two rushing touchdowns. WHERE IT TURNEDVirginia's momentum shifted after Perkins ran for a 22-yard touchdown with 1:38 to go in the first quarter to take a 14-10 lead. The Cavaliers closed out the half with a 28-10 lead after Ellis scored on a 10-yard run.