Virginia QB Anthony Colandrea to start opener vs. Richmond
Nov 25, 2023; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) scrambles from Virginia Tech Hokies defensive lineman Cole Nelson (17) during the first quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports Virginia sophomore Anthony Colandrea was named as the team's starting quarterback for its season opener next week against visiting Richmond.
Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott made the announcement Saturday with Colandrea getting the nod over senior Tony Muskett for the game at Charlottesville, Va.
Colandrea set single-season freshman records for completions (154), passing yards (1,958) and total offense (2,183) while starting six of the eight games in which he played for Virginia last season. He also threw 13 touchdown passes against nine interceptions.
Muskett transferred from Monmouth to Virginia last season and completed 63.3 percent of his passes for 1,031 yards with six touchdowns and five interceptions.
--Field Level Media
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