Spotlight COLLEGE FOOTBALL Virginia WRs showed potential during spring, but 'new and unproven' group still has work to do GREG MADIA The Daily Progress Apr 21, 2026 Apr 21, 2026 Updated Apr 21, 2026 0 × Virginia wide receiver TyLyric Coleman discusses his spring with the Cavaliers and goals for the season. 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Virginia football's running back depth was on full display during annual spring game Virginia football's depth at running back was on full display during the Cavaliers' annual spring game on Saturday at Scott Stadium, with Peyt…
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