The transfer portal has not been super kind to Virginia through the first few days, but they got a big win today.
Linebacker Maddox Marcellus is going to re-sign with Virginia and withdraw from the transfer portal, giving the Cavaliers their biggest win of the transfer portal cycle. Marcellus had a great end to the season and emerged as one of the best defenders for UVA.
Virginia LB Maddox Marcellus (@MaddoxMarcellu3) has signed a new deal with Virginia and plans to withdraw from the portal, the @TheCarterlife35 tells @CBSSports. Big win for UVA, which keeps a productive LB on the roster. Posted 49 tackles, 2.5 TFLs, 1 INT and a 76 PFF grade. https://t.co/AsXYpTIgD1pic.twitter.com/1S1EPXrUOP
— Chris Hummer (@chris_hummer) January 6, 2026
This season, Marcellus totaled 49 tackles, 2.5 TFLs, 1 INT and a 76 PFF grade. He is going to be one of the top players on this UVA defense next season and getting him back is a huge win for Tony Elliott’s program.
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