On paper, Friday’s game between Virginia and Norfolk State was a typical blowout. The Cavaliers have superior talent and simply bulldozed their way past an FCS team. But within said blowout, there exists deeper narratives and developments.
Virginia’s coaches were constantly observing their backups Friday, and experimenting. One of those developments was particularly interesting.
Perhaps the best choice by Elliott (and offensive coordinator Des Kitchings) was to get Xay Davis more involved. The second-year running back from Richmond has steadily seen his opportunities increase — and he has maximized them…