As we turn the corner into August, we continue looking at the Virginia Cavaliers, position by position. Tight ends have historically played a significant role in Virginia’s defense, until Bronco Mendenhall and company came in last year. The coaches have said that they intend to utilize the TEs more this year, so we may see a return to normalcy. Or we may not.
Last Year
The Hoos had just three tight ends on the roster last year, one of whom was converted quarterback Brendan Marshall. Though the depth chart each week listed a tight end, Virginia did not actually start a game with a TE on the field.